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9780522882216 02 02 0522882218 03 9780522882216 14 19780522882213 15 9780522882216 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Book of Hours</TitleText> 01 268808170 1 A01 Nam Le Le, Nam Nam Le The Monthly, The Paris Review, Poetry, The American Poetry Review, Bomb, Conjunctions, Boston Review, Lana Turner and Tin House. His short story collection The Boat received numerous major international awards, including the Australian Prime Minister’s Literary Award, the Melbourne Prize for Literature, the PEN/Malamud Award, the Dylan Thomas Prize and the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award. The Boat has been republished as a modern classic and is widely translated, anthologised and taught. Nam Le lives in Melbourne.]]> 2 A01 Chloe Hooper Hooper, Chloe Chloe Hooper The Arsonist: A Mind on Fire. The Tall Man: Death and Life on Palm Island won the Victorian, New South Wales, West Australian and Queensland Premiers’ Literary Awards, as well as the John Button Prize for Political Writing, and a Ned Kelly Award for crime writing. She is also the author of two acclaimed novels, A Child’s Book of True Crime and The Engagement. She lives in Melbourne with her partner and her two sons.]]> 3 A01 Emily Floyd Floyd, Emily Emily Floyd 01 eng 272 00 272 03 LCO005000 10 ART042000 10 LCO000000 20 contemporary; australian; art; arts; literature; literary; anthology; essays; essay; writer; author; artist; creativity; creative; nonfiction; culture; cultural; critique; commentary; storytelling; modern; reflection; identity; narrative; visual art; australian art; contemporary literature; alexis wright; chloe hooper; nam le; vincent namatjira; claire britton; emily floyd; anna krein; tjungkara ken; sarah holland-batt; maria tumarkin; shakhidharan; brook andrew; hiromi tang 93 AB 93 DSB 01 01 01 02 What does it mean to be alive now?

How should we best spend our days?

Book of Hours is a stunning timepiece crafted by some of Australia's foremost writers and artists.

It is a meditation on the light and dark of a single day and a provocation on the urgencies of our times. How much time do we have left? And how is our current moment connected to the past and future?

Co-edited by Emily Floyd, Chloe Hooper and Nam Le, this book-as-object features contributions from writers Anna Krien, Sarah Holland-Batt, S Shakthidharan and Maria Tumarkin, alongside artists Vincent Namatjira OAM, Clare Britton, Hiromi Tango, Tjungkara Ken, Brook Andrew and Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran.

By turns sacred, secular, contemplative, profane, subversive and personal, Book of Hours marks this Australian era for those now and in the future.

]]> 13 02 Emily Floyd has held a distinct position in the field of contemporary art over the past 25 years and has completed over twenty public art commissions in Australia and internationally. She is a fellow of the Australia Council of the Arts and a Sidney Myer Fellow.

Nam Le is the author of The Boat, On David Malouf and 36 Ways of Writing a Vietnamese Poem. His writing has won numerous honours, been republished in modern classics series, and is widely translated, anthologised and taught.

Chloe Hooper is the author of The Tall Man, The Arsonist and Bedtime Story along with two acclaimed novels. Her most recent book is The Mushroom Tapes, co-written with Helen Garner and Sarah Krasnostein.

]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/dd8076a9-ae03-40af-b57c-b44900272246 01 Miegunyah Press SIMN037 Miegunyah Press 01 01 Miegunyah Press SIMN037 Melbourne University Publishing 02 20261201 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 9.843 in 01 250 mm 02 7.48 in 02 190 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261201 02 89.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 89.99 0.00 20260707 02 99.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 99.99 0.00 20260707 Melbourne University Publishing AU 01 20261201 9780826350619 02 02 0826350615 03 9780826350619 14 19780826350616 15 9780826350619 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Latest Word from 1540</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Latest Word from 1540</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>People, Places, and Portrayals of the Coronado Expedition</Subtitle> 01 241066482 1 B01 Richard Flint Flint, Richard Richard Flint Richard Flint and Shirley Cushing Flint are also the editors of The Coronado Expedition: From the Distance of 460 Years.They live in Villanueva, New Mexico.]]> 2 B01 Shirley Cushing Flint Flint, Shirley Cushing Shirley Cushing Flint Richard Flint and Shirley Cushing Flint are also the editors of The Coronado Expedition: From the Distance of 460 Years.They live in Villanueva, New Mexico.]]> Richard Flint 01 eng 520 00 520 03 HIS036130 HB 2.1 10 HIS028040 10 HIS016000 20 Spanish conquest of Mexico; history of New Spain; Francisco Vázquez de Coronado; genocide in the Americas; colonialism and environment 93 NH 01 02 This book examines the environmental and cultural impact of the Coronado expedition while also placing it in the context of what was happening in Mexico as Spain expanded west and north of Mexico City.

Winner of the TOMFRA Award, sponsored by the Texas Old Missions and Forts Restoration Association and presented by the Texas Catholic Historical Society

Between 1539 and 1542, some two thousand people under Spanish leadership, mostly Indians from central and western Mexico, made an armed reconnaissance of a place they knew by the name Tierra Nueva, now the American Southwest. They intended to seize control of the people who lived there, in places called Cíbola, Marata, Totonteac, Tiguex, Tusayan, and Quivira. The expedition eventually failed and most of those who survived returned to Nueva España disillusioned and heavily in debt. They left in their wake dislocation and destruction, and their disruptive presence set the stage for further friction when the Spaniards next entered the region.

This book examines the environmental and cultural impact of the Coronado expedition while also placing it in the context of what was happening in Mexico as Spain expanded west and north of Mexico City. Including multidisciplinary studies by archaeologists, historians, and others, the volume gives a much fuller biographical account of the actual members of the expedition as well as a clearer understanding of how and where this large assemblage moved each day.]]> 13 02 Richard Flint and Shirley Cushing Flint are also the editors of The Coronado Expedition: From the Distance of 460 Years.They live in Villanueva, New Mexico.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/825ac5b1-f0ce-4f97-b95e-b3ef0035ac1e 01 UNM Press SIMN199 UNM Press 01 01 UNM Press SIMN199 University of New Mexico Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1.5 in 03 38.1 mm 08 1.086 lb 08 17.376 oz 08 492.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 79.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 02 89.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 89.99 0.00 20260910 University of New Mexico Press AU 01 20270112 9780826370044 02 02 0826370047 03 9780826370044 14 19780826370041 15 9780826370044 11 BB Hardback Diálogos Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Maternal Judgments</TitleText> <Subtitle>Women, Children, and Smallpox Vaccination in Spain and Its Empire</Subtitle> 01 264986884 1 A01 Allyson M. Poska Poska, Allyson M. Allyson M. Poska Allyson M. Poska is a professor emerita of history at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Her most recent book is Gendered Crossings: Women and Migration in the Spanish Empire, which was awarded the Best Book Prize from the Society for the Study of Early Modern Women.]]> Allyson Poska 01 eng 248 00 248 03 HIS033000 HB 2.1 10 MED039000 10 HIS058000 20 Royal Vaccination Expedition; COVID-19 pandemic; smallpox; cowpox; antivaxxers; Colonial Latin American history; Gender and Sexuality in Latin America; history of medicine; history of empire; compulsory vaccination; history of vaccination 93 NH 01 02 Maternal Judgments examines the role of race and gender in the responses to the world’s first vaccination campaign, helmed by the Spanish Crown in the early nineteenth century.

In 1796 the English physician Edward Jenner promoted the use of cowpox to provide immunity against smallpox, making it the first vaccine in human history. Soon after, the Spanish monarchy extended the vaccine to its global empire. Using mostly orphaned boys as carriers, the Royal Philanthropic Expedition transported the vaccine from Spain to the Americas and the Philippines. At the same time, the king opened vaccination rooms across Spain, and individual doctors sought the vaccine from other sources. As the Crown decided not to make vaccination compulsory, the success of this multifaceted vaccination campaign relied on convincing mothers to have themselves, their children, and their dependents vaccinated.

Maternal Judgments follows the vaccination campaign around the globe, examining the gendered strategies used to persuade women of all races and classes of the safety and efficacy of the vaccine and the complicated responses of the women who were some of the first mothers in history to decide whether to have their children vaccinated.]]> 13 02 Allyson M. Poska is a professor emerita of history at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Her most recent book is Gendered Crossings: Women and Migration in the Spanish Empire, which was awarded the Best Book Prize from the Society for the Study of Early Modern Women.]]> 08 02 Martha Few, author of For All of Humanity: Mesoamerican and Colonial Medicine in Enlightenment Guatemala 08 02 Maternal Judgments introduces readers to some of the unknown, unsung women who labored on behalf of cowpox vaccine in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Spain and Spanish America. Hailing from every caste and class background, these women were mothers, caretakers, promoters, and occasionally practitioners of a novel preventive technique. Considering the importance of women as healers in the early modern world, we need more such approaches to public health in a global perspective. In the hands of Allyson Poska, their stories illuminate worlds beyond, including the experiences of single women in Spain and female transatlantic migration. In short, Maternal Judgments stands to make contributions to the study of women and gender, the history of medicine and the Spanish Empire, and histories of childhood, as the book thoughtfully unfolds the roles that children played as carriers of the vaccine lymph in their bodies.”]]> Paul Ramírez, author of Enlightened Immunity: Mexico’s Experiments with Disease Prevention in the Age of Reason 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0c93c02d-019c-4a8a-b3f2-b3ea0033d16b 01 UNM Press SIMN199 UNM Press 01 01 UNM Press SIMN199 University of New Mexico Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.875 in 03 22.225 mm 08 0.964 lb 08 15.424 oz 08 437.26 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 185.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 185.00 0.00 20260910 02 200.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 200.00 0.00 20260910 University of New Mexico Press AU 01 20270112 9780826370051 02 02 0826370055 03 9780826370051 14 19780826370058 15 9780826370051 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Diálogos Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Maternal Judgments</TitleText> <Subtitle>Women, Children, and Smallpox Vaccination in Spain and Its Empire</Subtitle> 01 264986884 1 A01 Allyson M. Poska Poska, Allyson M. Allyson M. Poska Allyson M. Poska is a professor emerita of history at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Her most recent book is Gendered Crossings: Women and Migration in the Spanish Empire, which was awarded the Best Book Prize from the Society for the Study of Early Modern Women.]]> Allyson Poska 01 eng 248 00 248 03 HIS033000 HB 2.1 10 MED039000 10 HIS058000 20 Royal Vaccination Expedition; COVID-19 pandemic; smallpox; cowpox; antivaxxers; Colonial Latin American history; Gender and Sexuality in Latin America; history of medicine; history of empire; compulsory vaccination; history of vaccination 93 NH 01 02 Maternal Judgments examines the role of race and gender in the responses to the world’s first vaccination campaign, helmed by the Spanish Crown in the early nineteenth century.

In 1796 the English physician Edward Jenner promoted the use of cowpox to provide immunity against smallpox, making it the first vaccine in human history. Soon after, the Spanish monarchy extended the vaccine to its global empire. Using mostly orphaned boys as carriers, the Royal Philanthropic Expedition transported the vaccine from Spain to the Americas and the Philippines. At the same time, the king opened vaccination rooms across Spain, and individual doctors sought the vaccine from other sources. As the Crown decided not to make vaccination compulsory, the success of this multifaceted vaccination campaign relied on convincing mothers to have themselves, their children, and their dependents vaccinated.

Maternal Judgments follows the vaccination campaign around the globe, examining the gendered strategies used to persuade women of all races and classes of the safety and efficacy of the vaccine and the complicated responses of the women who were some of the first mothers in history to decide whether to have their children vaccinated.]]> 13 02 Allyson M. Poska is a professor emerita of history at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Her most recent book is Gendered Crossings: Women and Migration in the Spanish Empire, which was awarded the Best Book Prize from the Society for the Study of Early Modern Women.]]> 08 02 Martha Few, author of For All of Humanity: Mesoamerican and Colonial Medicine in Enlightenment Guatemala 08 02 Maternal Judgments introduces readers to some of the unknown, unsung women who labored on behalf of cowpox vaccine in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Spain and Spanish America. Hailing from every caste and class background, these women were mothers, caretakers, promoters, and occasionally practitioners of a novel preventive technique. Considering the importance of women as healers in the early modern world, we need more such approaches to public health in a global perspective. In the hands of Allyson Poska, their stories illuminate worlds beyond, including the experiences of single women in Spain and female transatlantic migration. In short, Maternal Judgments stands to make contributions to the study of women and gender, the history of medicine and the Spanish Empire, and histories of childhood, as the book thoughtfully unfolds the roles that children played as carriers of the vaccine lymph in their bodies.”]]> Paul Ramírez, author of Enlightened Immunity: Mexico’s Experiments with Disease Prevention in the Age of Reason 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9aee8630-fc3f-4496-a18b-b3ea0033d5b2 01 UNM Press SIMN199 UNM Press 01 01 UNM Press SIMN199 University of New Mexico Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.875 in 03 22.225 mm 08 0.518 lb 08 8.288 oz 08 234.96 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 University of New Mexico Press AU 01 20270112 9780826370198 02 02 0826370195 03 9780826370198 14 19780826370195 15 9780826370198 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Nuclear Reactions</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Ongoing Politics of a Radioactive Waste Site</Subtitle> 01 241831177 1 A01 Chuck McCutcheon McCutcheon, Chuck Chuck McCutcheon Chuck McCutcheon is a writer and editor in Washington, DC, and a former reporter for the Albuquerque Journal. He has written books on climate change, Congress, and political jargon.]]> Chuck McCutcheon REV Revised 01 eng 320 00 320 03 HIS027030 HB 2.1 10 HIS036130 10 HIS036070 20 nuclear waste disposal; WIPP history; nuclear New Mexico; Waste Isolation Pilot Plant; USDOE; atomic history; Department of Energy controversies; transuranic waste 93 NH 01 01 01 02 The authoritative history of the most ambitious (and perhaps most controversial) nuclear waste repository in the United States, now in an updated edition covering twenty-five years of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant’s operation.

Before the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant received its first shipment in 1999, the facility had been actively planned for a quarter century and essentially completed for years, but it was plagued by over a decade of delays and has remained controversial since its opening. More than twenty-five years later, this new edition of the history of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant lays out the problems and conflicts behind those delays and controversies and how they continue to widen the gulf between America’s ability to create sophisticated weapons and its ability to show it can clean up after them.]]> 13 02 Chuck McCutcheon is a writer and editor in Washington, DC, and a former reporter for the Albuquerque Journal. He has written books on climate change, Congress, and political jargon.]]> 08 02 Dallas Morning News 08 02 New Mexico Historical Review 08 02 Southwest BookViews 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4e39e102-218c-452d-aeb7-b3ea0033ed2c 01 UNM Press SIMN199 UNM Press 01 01 UNM Press SIMN199 University of New Mexico Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.668 lb 08 10.688 oz 08 303 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 University of New Mexico Press AU 01 20270112 9780826370327 02 02 0826370322 03 9780826370327 14 19780826370324 15 9780826370327 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>A Reader's Guide to New Mexico Literature</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>A</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Reader's Guide to New Mexico Literature</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Classic to Contemporary</Subtitle> 01 264987417 1 A01 Baker H. Morrow Morrow, Baker H. Baker H. Morrow Baker H. Morrow is the author or editor of many books, including Best Plants for New Mexico Gardens and Landscapes and the coedited Canyon Gardens: The Ancient Pueblo Landscapes of the American Southwest (both published by UNM Press). A practicing landscape architect in Albuquerque for more than fifty years, he is the founder of and a professor of practice in the landscape architecture program at the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of New Mexico.]]> 2 A01 V. B. Price Price, V. B. V. B. Price V. B. Price is a poet, human rights and environmental columnist, editor, reporter, and teacher. Price’s poetry and prose have been published in more than seventy national and international publications since 1962. He is the author of numerous books, including The Orphaned Land: New Mexico’s Environment Since the Manhattan Project.]]> Baker Morrow 01 eng 296 00 296 03 LIT007000 DNF 2.1 10 LIT012000 10 LIT023000 20 New Mexican literary traditions; Borderlands literature; Rudulfo Anaya; Native American literature; Lew Wallace in New Mexico; Ben Hur; The Laughing Horse; William A Keleher; New Mexico Territorial history; We Fed Them Cactus; Death Comes for the Archbishop; Leslie Marmon Silko; Ceremony; Laguna Pueblo; Taos Pueblo; Reis López Tijerina; the University of New Mexico Press; the University of New Mexico; Diné writers; Jake Skeets; Eyes Bottle Dark with a Mouthful of Flowers; Paula Gunn Allen; The Woman Who Owned Shadows; DH Lawrence; Mabel Dodge Luhan; George RR Martin 93 DB 01 01 01 02 The first-ever reference guide to New Mexico’s diverse literary history that includes significant New Mexican authors, periods, genres, publishers, themes, and books (as well as some of their characters).

A Reader's Guide to New Mexico Literature is an essential introduction to one of the most distinctive literary traditions in the United States, tracing New Mexico’s rich literary tradition from Pueblo and Athabascan origin stories, through early Spanish exploration narratives and nineteenth-century Anglo American accounts, noting the vital contributions of contemporary Black, Indigenous, and multicultural writers who have helped to shape New Mexico’s literary landscape.

From Don Diego de Vargas’s remarkable epistolary memoirs and Lew Wallace’s Ben-Hur, written in Santa Fe, to the genre-defining works of Tony Hillerman, Jack Williamson, Lois Duncan, and Leslie Marmon Silko, this guide surveys a tradition rich in fiction, poetry, history, drama, mystery, science fiction, and nature writing. It highlights Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winners alongside influential regional voices, demonstrating how New Mexico’s singular landscape and cultures have inspired writers across centuries.

Organized alphabetically and designed for accessibility, A Reader's Guide to New Mexico Literature is an indispensable reference for readers seeking a clear, informed overview of New Mexico’s enduring literary legacy.]]> 13 02 Baker H. Morrow is the author or editor of many books, including Best Plants for New Mexico Gardens and Landscapes and the coedited Canyon Gardens: The Ancient Pueblo Landscapes of the American Southwest (both published by UNM Press). A practicing landscape architect in Albuquerque for more than fifty years, he is the founder of and a professor of practice in the landscape architecture program at the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of New Mexico.

V. B. Price is a poet, human rights and environmental columnist, editor, reporter, and teacher. Price’s poetry and prose have been published in more than seventy national and international publications since 1962. He is the author of numerous books, including The Orphaned Land: New Mexico’s Environment Since the Manhattan Project.]]> 08 02 The New Yorker, once worked at the Las Vegas Optic? Did you know that Henry Roth, the great Jewish author of Call It Sleep, lived for many years in a mobile home in Albuquerque’s North Valley? Do you have any other questions about New Mexico writers and their work? Baker Morrow and V. B. Price have answers. Their loving collection of mini-biographies and -histories belongs in the library of any reader of New Mexico’s vast and surprising literature.”]]> Beth Hadas, former director of the University of New Mexico Press 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b95347be-5598-43c0-bc6f-b3ef0035b944 01 UNM Press SIMN199 UNM Press 01 01 UNM Press SIMN199 University of New Mexico Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.618 lb 08 9.888 oz 08 280.32 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 University of New Mexico Press AU 01 20270112 9780999275801 02 02 0999275801 03 9780999275801 14 19780999275808 15 9780999275801 11 BB Hardback How to Draw Cool Stuff 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>How to Draw Cool Stuff: A Drawing Guide for Teachers and Students</TitleText> 01 272228506 1 A01 Catherine Holmes Holmes, Catherine Catherine Holmes 01 eng 254 00 254 03 ART034000 10 ART033000 10 ART016010 20 how to draw; shading; how to draw for kids ages 8-12; how to draw for kids; how to draw for kids 6-8; how to draw book; how to draw books; how to draw manga; how to draw anime; how to draw animals; how to draw book for kids; how to draw anatomy; how to draw cute; how to draw beautiful; how to draw adorable; how to draw birds; how to draw cats; how to draw cartoons; how to draw trees; drawing; art; shading books; art book; art books; illustration; how to draw guide; drawing techniques; creative drawings; easy drawings; learning to draw; learn to draw; drawing guides; art education; drawing books; sketching; pencil drawing; pen drawing; fun drawing; drawing basics; drawing for beginners; art therapy; art books for teachers; drawing books for teachers; drawing books for kids; drawing exercises; drawing tutorials; step-by-step drawing; beginner artists; art for students; drawing lessons; self-taught art; artistic skills; drawing shapes; drawing for adults; art hobbyists; drawing practice; figure drawing; nature drawing; drawing animals; cartoon drawing; art for children; drawing portraits; realistic drawing; art instruction; art learning; drawing tips; artistic development; visual art; art guide; art project ideas; art creativity; drawing concepts; art instruction book; teaching art; art classroom; educational drawing; drawing workshop; art inspiration; drawing for relaxation; creative art projects; art curriculum; art techniques; drawing landscapes; drawing people; art exercises; hand-drawn; artistic expression; art studies; school art projects; art for beginners; drawing fundamentals; art class resources; holiday art; art exploration; art ideas; drawing creativity; drawing challenge; art for hobbyists; detailed drawing; art for therapy; drawing tools; art materials; drawing methods; artistic journey; creative skill development; art for self-learning; art and design; artistic vision; drawing perspective; art for all ages; art and illustration; drawing characters; art gift ideas; art appreciation; artistic practice 01 01 01 02 Unlock your artistic potential and discover the joy of drawing with 'How to Draw Cool Stuff', a guide for artists of all ages and skill levels

How to Draw Cool Stuff shows simple step-by-step illustrations that make it easy for anyone to draw cool stuff with precision and confidence.

These pages will guide you through the basic principles of illustration by concentrating on easy-to-learn shapes that build into complex drawings. With the step-by-step guidelines provided, anything can become easy to draw. This book contains a series of fun, hands-on exercises that will help you see line, shape, space and other elements in everyday objects and turn them into detailed works of art in just a few simple steps. The exercises in this book will help train your brain so you can visualize ordinary objects in a different manner, allowing you to see through the eyes of an artist.

From photorealistic faces to holiday themes and tattoo drawings, How to Draw Cool Stuff makes drawing easier than you would think and more fun than you ever imagined! Now is the time to learn how to draw the subjects and scenes you've always dreamt of drawing. How to Draw Cool Stuff is suitable for artists of any age benefiting everyone from teachers and students to self-learners and hobbyists.

How to Draw Cool Stuff will help you realize your artistic potential and expose you to the pure joy of drawing!]]> 01 Library Tales Publishing SIMO981 Library Tales Publishing 01 01 Library Tales Publishing SIMO981 Library Tales Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11 in 01 279.4 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 08 1.649 lb 08 26.384 oz 08 747.97 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Library Tales Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781398515048 02 02 1398515043 03 9781398515048 14 19781398515045 15 9781398515048 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Lightning Girl</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Lightning Girl</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>the BRAND NEW thriller from the author of THE RULE OF THREE</Subtitle> 01 189863046 1 A01 Sam Ripley Ripley, Sam Sam Ripley 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC000000 FA 2.1 20 psychological thriller; thrillers; thriller books; psychological thrillers paperback; thriller books paperback; crime thrillers and mystery kindle store; psychological thrillers kindle books; crime thriller books; suspense; murder mystery; murder mystery books; mystery; mystery books; murder books; contemporary horror; the rule of three 01 01 01 02 A twenty year old mystery. A teenage girl struck by lightning and the righting of past wrongs.

‘Just wait until I tell you all about what lightning can do . . .’

Some called her the lightning girl. The one who survived the storm. I called her my best friend.

Everyone remembers the day Gen was struck by lightning. Few remember what really happened after she disappeared, leaving behind a town full of secrets.

Now I’m back, and the whispers about that summer are haunting me again. I can see the truth taunting me in the shadows. I need answers.

Someone out there knows what happened to the girl who vanished.

Someone wants those secrets to stay buried.

Whatever it takes.

Praise for Sam Ripley and The Rule of Three:

‘The Rule of Three is a completely original, nuanced, one-sitting read that blew me away. Whip-smart dialogue, characters that haunt your dreams and a plot you might just die for. I loved it’ CHRIS WHITAKER

‘The Rule of Three absolutely blew me away. An incredibly intense and original creepy page-turner that made me keep turning the pages in a desperate need to finish it and find out the answers! Utterly paranoia-inducing and brilliant. I loved it. It came for me and now it will come for you!' SARAH PINBOROUGH

'Ingenious, creepy and compelling. Sam Ripley is an exciting new voice in the field of chilling thrillers' ALEX NORTH

'How rare it is to devour a new thriller with a truly new premise told in a truly new way. In The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has achieved the near impossible, blending innovative storytelling with fresh, surprising characters fighting for their lives against the very narrative we are racing to read and keep up with. This twisty, dark delight plumbs our all-too-human paranoias and proclivities, upending our expectations of what a thriller can be' GREGG HURWITZ

'The Rule of three is an excellent, twisty thriller that keeps you glued to the page right the way through. Definitely my kind of book!' SIMON KERNICK

'With The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has delivered a perfectly crafted nightmare. Taut, deliciously sinister, witty and original. I couldn’t get enough of all the creepy twists and turns' CAZ FREAR

‘The Rule of Three is a sinister tale that deftly blends paranoia, conspiracy and a rash of mysterious deaths to create a dizzying and gripping thriller. The story sucked me in from page one and I was caught up in this just-one-more-chapter read until I raced to the conclusion – making sure to read in a well-lit room at all times!’ ROD REYNOLDS

'Ingenious and compelling in equal measure' KEVIN WIGNALL

'A thrilling concept told in a gripping, unique voice' CLAIRE MCGOWAN

]]> 13 02 Sam Ripley is a pseudonym for a bestselling thriller author from the United Kingdom who has sold over a million copies internationally.]]> 08 02 Praise for Sam Ripley
‘The Rule of Three is a completely original, nuanced, one-sitting read that blew me away. Whip-smart dialogue, characters that haunt your dreams and a plot you might just die for. I loved it’ CHRIS WHITAKER

‘The Rule of Three absolutely blew me away. An incredibly intense and original creepy page-turner that made me keep turning the pages in a desperate need to finish it and find out the answers! Utterly paranoia-inducing and brilliant. I loved it. It came for me and now it will come for you!' SARAH PINBOROUGH

'Ingenious, creepy and compelling. Sam Ripley is an exciting new voice in the field of chilling thrillers' ALEX NORTH

'How rare it is to devour a new thriller with a truly new premise told in a truly new way. In The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has achieved the near impossible, blending innovative storytelling with fresh, surprising characters fighting for their lives against the very narrative we are racing to read and keep up with. This twisty, dark delight plumbs our all-too-human paranoias and proclivities, upending our expectations of what a thriller can be' GREGG HURWITZ

'The Rule of Three is an excellent, twisty thriller that keeps you glued to the page right the way through. Definitely my kind of book!' SIMON KERNICK

'With The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has delivered a perfectly crafted nightmare. Taut, deliciously sinister, witty and original. I couldn’t get enough of all the creepy twists and turns' CAZ FREAR

‘The Rule of Three is a sinister tale that deftly blends paranoia, conspiracy and a rash of mysterious deaths to create a dizzying and gripping thriller. The story sucked me in from page one and I was caught up in this just-one-more-chapter read until I raced to the conclusion – making sure to read in a well-lit room at all times!’ ROD REYNOLDS

'Ingenious and compelling in equal measure' KEVIN WIGNALL

'A thrilling concept told in a gripping, unique voice' CLAIRE MCGOWAN]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/64dfa45f-d9d7-4cec-9623-b34f00235f2f 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.827 in 03 21 mm 06 15 9781398515017 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398532427 02 02 1398532428 03 9781398532427 14 19781398532424 15 9781398532427 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Crackpot Compendium</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Crackpot Compendium</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A mind-boggling and fascinating A-Z of history's most eccentric thinkers</Subtitle> 01 215395641 1 A01 Edward Brooke-Hitching Brooke-Hitching, Edward Edward Brooke-Hitching The Phantom Atlas (2016), The Golden Atlas (2018), The Sky Atlas (2019), The Madman's Library (2020) and The Devil's Atlas (2021), all of which have been translated into numerous languages; he is also the author of Fox Tossing, Octopus Wrestling and Other Forgotten Sports (2015). He is a writer for the BBC series QI. A fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and an incurable cartophile, he lives surrounded by dusty heaps of old maps and books in Berkshire. ]]> 01 eng 384 00 384 03 HIS037000 HBG 2.1 20 trivia; facts; fun science; weird science book; funny history books; weird facts; books for history buffs; pub quiz books; strange history facts; true stories; bizarre true stories; unusual historical figures; obscure history book; eccentric inventors; bizarre inventions history; quirky nonfiction books; unbelievable history stories; pseudoscience; mad inventors; strange experiments history; conspiracy; hoaxes; scams; paranormal; weird theories; mad inventions; unexplained mysteries; aliens; cults; occult; fringe history; funny gift books for men; quirky gift books; books for curious minds; humorous nonfiction UK; trivia and odd facts book; weird and wonderful facts; books like Horrible Histories for adults; unusual gift books UK; fascinating facts book; toilet reading book funny; books like QI; books like Ripley’s Believe It or Not; books like Schott’s Miscellany; books like Atlas Obscura; history trivia books UK; weird world history; popular history books; cultural history nonfiction; humorous history books; entertaining nonfiction; reference and trivia books; strange but true stories; 93 WH 93 WZG 01 01 01 02 A truly mind-boggling and fascinating A-Z of history’s most eccentric thinkers.

Filled to bursting with jaw-droppingly strange episodes from history, The Crackpot Compendium is a riotous tour of crackpot inventors, false prophets, quacks and pseudo-scientists, con-artists and impostors, and hundreds of other truly ‘outside-the-box’ thinkers.

Discover stories of dinosaur espionage, earthquake-predicting plants and leech barometers, cat pianos and canine translation devices, immortal adventurers, cities spotted on the Moon and aliens living on the Sun. This colossal collection travels the world and across the millennia to take in telepathic Soviet circus clowns, Scottish abominable snowmen, Welsh prophets, ancient Chinese test pilots, invisible African mountains, and the aviator known as ‘Wrong Way’ Corrigan who accidentally flew backwards across the Atlantic.

If you have ever wondered how to build a pigeon death-ray, start a snake cult with a hand-puppet, interrogate a houseplant or perform psychic surgery, The Crackpot Compendium will provide the answers (while also probably leaving you with a few new questions.)]]> 13 02 The Phantom Atlas (2016), The Golden Atlas (2018), The Sky Atlas (2019), The Madman's Library (2020) and The Devil's Atlas (2021), all of which have been translated into numerous languages; he is also the author of Fox Tossing, Octopus Wrestling and Other Forgotten Sports (2015). He is a writer for the BBC series QI. A fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and an incurable cartophile, he lives surrounded by dusty heaps of old maps and books in Berkshire.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c479ab75-8c33-43d3-a872-b3e600356436 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.315 in 02 135 mm 03 1.024 in 03 26 mm 27 15 9781398532434 06 15 9781398532441 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 35.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398532984 02 02 1398532983 03 9781398532984 14 19781398532981 15 9781398532984 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Nightfaring</TitleText> <Subtitle>In Search of the Disappearing Darkness</Subtitle> 01 215145496 1 A01 Megan Eaves-Egenes Eaves-Egenes, Megan Megan Eaves-Egenes Megan Eaves-Egenes is a travel writer and advocate for sustainable travel and dark skies. From 2013 to 2019 she was Lonely Planet’s North and Central Asia Destination Editor. She has written numerous guidebooks, including to China and South Korea, and her journalism has appeared in the Independent, BBC, The Times, CNN, Culture Trip, TimeOut and others.

In 2019, Megan founded DarkSky London, an advocacy group committed to reducing light pollution and protecting the natural night in the British capital. Since 2021, she has served as Editor of Nightscape, DarkSky’s quarterly members’ magazine. Originally from New Mexico, she has lived all over the world – from China to Prague to Ireland – and has called London home for the last 14 years.

]]> 01 eng 288 00 288 03 TRV026020 WTLP 2.1 10 NAT033000 10 TRV010000 10 BIO026000 10 NAT011000 10 SCI034000 12 BM 12 RNP 12 RNKH 12 RNB 12 PGG 12 HBG 12 W 20 Night sky, dark skies, light pollution, night travel writing, nature writing, environmental nonfiction, dark sky preservation, global travel memoir, mythology of the stars, human connection to nature, wilderness exploration, climate and environment, science and society, healing through nature, wonder and discovery, contemporary nonfiction, debut authors, travel memoir, memoir, nature writing about darkness, dark sky sanctuaries, books about the night, caroline eden, shafik meghji, laura pashby 93 WTLC 93 RNB 93 RNPG 93 DNC 93 NHT 01 01 01 02 ‘A truly powerful paean to the night sky’ CAROLINE EDEN, author of Black Sea

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At a time of personal crisis, travel writer and ‘dark sky’ advocate Megan Eaves-Egenes turned to the stars for solace. But those same stars, which have guided humankind since the very earliest cultures, are vanishing. As nocturnal cities bleach our skies – which are becoming 10% brighter every year – are we also losing our connection with everything that can come from darkness too?

To explore her deep curiosity about the night sky, Eaves-Egenes embarks on a journey that takes her from New Zealand to Uzbekistan, Ireland to Argentina, the Himalaya to Japan, discovering the many ways that different cultures have mapped, mythologised and feared the darkness. She meets the extraordinary communities that have made it their mission to understand, preserve and celebrate the beauty of their night skies, learning to see darkness in a whole new way.

Blending travel with myth, history and self-discovery, Nightfaring is a profound and often startling journey through the endangered night, revealing its capacity to enchant and connect us.
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‘A raw, multisensory journey into the less-trodden nocturnal world’ STEPHANIE VERMILLION, author of 100 Nights of a Lifetime

‘Insightful … reminds us of all that being in the dark brings alive’ PAUL BOGARD, author of The End of Night

‘There's a deep love of the night sky woven into every sentence, and a powerful lesson for humanity as it fakes a nocturnal existence: only in the stillness of night can we see the light’ JAMIE CARTER, Forbes

‘These stories make the night sky feel not remote, but companionably close – part of the human story rather than above or beyond it’ SALLY COULTHARD, Times Literary Supplement]]> 13 02 Megan Eaves-Egenes is a travel writer and advocate for sustainable travel and dark skies. From 2013 to 2019 she was Lonely Planet’s North and Central Asia Destination Editor. She has written numerous guidebooks, including to China and South Korea, and her journalism has appeared in the Independent, BBC, The Times, CNN, Culture Trip, TimeOut and others.

In 2019, Megan founded DarkSky London, an advocacy group committed to reducing light pollution and protecting the natural night in the British capital. Since 2021, she has served as Editor of Nightscape, DarkSky’s quarterly members’ magazine. Originally from New Mexico, she has lived all over the world – from China to Prague to Ireland – and has called London home for the last 14 years. ]]> 08 02 Sally Coulthard Times Literary Supplement 08 02 Wanderlust 08 02 Nightfaring is a profound and often startling journey through darkness and the endangered night’]]> Countryside 08 02 There's a deep love of the night sky woven into every sentence, and a powerful lesson for humanity as it fakes a nocturnal existence: only in the stillness of night can we see the light']]> Jamie Carter Forbes 08 02 Country Life 08 02 BBC Sky at Night 08 02 Nightfaring, travel writer and "dark sky" advocate Megan Eaves-Egenes travels the world to get to grips with our connection to the night sky . . . exploring what darkness means globally and over time – and most of all, it seems, what we are in danger of losing' ]]> New Scientist, Best New Popular Science Books of January 2026 08 02 Nightfaring is an invitation to explore how the night sky connects us – to the past, to ourselves, to the planet and to the cosmos. Through rich storytelling and deeply reported histories, Megan leads us on a raw, multisensory journey into the less-trodden nocturnal world. This introspective read is a push to reimagine our relationship to the night ... It's also a reminder that travel, when done well, can be life's greatest teacher']]> Stephanie Vermillion, author of 100 Nights of a Lifetime 08 02 A truly powerful paean to the night sky offering a kaleidoscopic mix of science, adventure, spirituality, psychology and insights into our inner lives and deepest fears']]> Caroline Eden, author of Samarkand and Cold Kitchen 08 02 Nightfaring is an engaging and illuminating exploration of our relationship with darkness and the night sky. A thoughtful, perceptive and insightful writer, Megan Eaves-Egenes will change the way you look at the stars’]]> Shafik Meghji, author of Crossed Off the Map and Small Earthquakes 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270413 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 06 15 9781398532946 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270413 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270413 9781398534155 02 02 1398534153 03 9781398534155 14 19781398534152 15 9781398534155 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>City of Mirrors</TitleText> 01 218148031 1 A01 M.A. Kuzniar Kuzniar, M.A. M.A. Kuzniar M.A. Kuzniar spent six years living in Spain, teaching English and travelling the world which inspired her children's series with Puffin, The Ship of Shadows. Her adult novels Midnight in Everwood and Upon a Frosted Star, published by HQ Stories, were Sunday Times bestsellers. She lives in Nottingham, where she spends her time reading, writing, playing board games, and dreaming of magic. She is always planning her next adventure.

]]> 01 eng 432 00 432 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 10 YAF019020 10 YAF019060 10 YAF017010 10 YAF019030 10 YAF046070 12 YFHR 12 YFM 20 romantasy; sisters; twins; winter; witches; enemies to lovers; forbidden love; snow white retelling; twisted tales; huntsman; powerless; fairytale retelling; dark fairytale; slavic stories; folklore; polish fairytale; forbidden love; slow burn; enemies to lovers; captive; destiny; magic system; sorcerer; dragons; evil queen; cursed; the cruel prince; cannibalism; fantasy romance; cursed 21 E3N79 93 YFHR 93 YFHT 93 YXHL 98 5AQ 01 03 17 03 14 04 99 01 02 Return to Mazrovia with the dark and twisted sequel to Forest of Hearts from Sunday Times bestselling author, M. A. Kuzniar, for fans of Holly Black and Adalyn Grace.

TWO SISTERS.ONE CROWN. A QUEENDOM IN DANGER.

Elka now rules over Mazrovia as Queen, but threats to the crown surround her. Her mother, the evil queen Serce fled, but left behind an earth-shattering revelation: Elka has a twin sister - one who may claim the throne.

Serafina lives in the icy city of Windhelm, deep in the witchlands, working against the ruling Valtrine clan. When Alesky Valtrine, the heir to the Valtrine rule, offers a deal to take down his family, both the power and the boy with stormy grey eyes are alluring.

Meanwhile Serce has been plotting – will she win Serafina to her side and bring war to Elka’s castle?

Praise for Forest of Hearts:

'Deliciously dark and totally bewitching, Forest of Hearts gripped me from the very first pages. Like Elka, this debut romantasy is bound to steal your heart!' Emily Cooper, author of The Season of Fear

‘A twisty, lyrical tale of monstrous creatures and magic. Romantic and beautifully wrought, this is Snow White as you’ve never seen her before. You will fall under its spell’ Rachel Greenlaw, author of The Woodsmoke Women’s Book of Spells

'Deliciously romantic, gorgeously written and action-packed – your new favourite romantasy!' Amy McCaw, contributing author of A Taste of Darkness]]> 13 02 The Ship of Shadows. Her adult novels Midnight in Everwood and Upon a Frosted Star, published by HQ Stories, were Sunday Times bestsellers. She lives in Nottingham, where she spends her time reading, writing, playing board games, and dreaming of magic. She is always planning her next adventure.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7586ce1b-424e-4ac5-96a4-b496002426d9 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 1.004 in 03 25.5 mm 06 15 9781398534179 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260710 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260710 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398541733 03 02 1398541737 03 9781398541733 14 19781398541730 15 9781398541733 11 BC B105 Paperback Fairytale Woods 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Diary of a Wicked Witch</TitleText> <Subtitle>Discover your favourite fairytales from a WICKED point of view</Subtitle> 01 229713516 1 A01 Ben Miller Miller, Ben Ben Miller The Night I Met Father Christmas, The Boy Who Made the World Disappear, The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, How I Became a Dog Called Midnight, The Night We Got Stuck in a Story, Once Upon a Legend, Diary of a Big Bad Wolf, Diary of a Puss in Boots, Diary of a Christmas Elf, Secrets of a Christmas Elf, Adventures of a Christmas Elf, and Robin Hood Aged 10 3/4. He is an actor, director, and comedian, best known for The Armstrong & Miller Show, the Johnny English and Paddington films, BBC’s Death in Paradise, and Netflix smash Bridgerton.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 JUV012040 YFA 2.1 10 JUV022000 10 JUV019000 10 JUV017030 10 JUV037000 10 JUV037040 10 JUV034000 12 YFJ 12 YFQ 12 YFH 20 Keywords 21 C3N79 93 YFA 93 YFQ 93 YFJ 93 YNXW 93 YFHK 93 YXHP 94 1D 98 5AJ 98 5HCP 01 02 17 03 8 04 99 01 02 Once upon a time was only the start . . . welcome to the Fairytale Woods. The wicked witch is on trial in a hilarious secret diary from million-copy bestselling author, comedian and actor Ben Miller.

The wicked witch has gone one cackle too far and is faced with a choice: a four week wickedness management class, or a lifetime in jail.

Spending all her time with stuck-up witches and her ex-best friend, now a total goody two-shoes, leading the course isn’t Wendoline’s idea of a good time, but she’ll do anything it takes to get her powers back. Even with a pompous king and queen to impress, a smarmy Prince Charming to prove wrong, and her own daughter, Rapunzel, to win over, Wendoline is not buying into the whole using magic for good thing, not when being WICKED is just so much FUN. There's potions, curses, and a whole heap of trouble to miss out on . . . with 100% wickedness guaranteed, what could possibly go wrong?

Come down to the Fairytale Woods and discover what your favourite characters are really thinking in the bestselling series from Ben Miller, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli. Diary of a Big Bad Wolf and Diary of a Puss in Boots available now.]]> 13 02 Ben Miller is the bestselling author of magical stories for all the family: The Night I Met Father Christmas, The Boy Who Made the World Disappear, The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale, How I Became a Dog Called Midnight and Diary of a Christmas Elf. His next children's book, The Night We Got Stuck in a Story, will be released in September 2022. He is an actor, director and comedian, best-known for the Armstrong and Miller sketch show, the Johnny English and Paddington films, BBC's Death in Paradise and recent Netflix smash, Bridgerton.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8fc58506-2af2-42e0-adaa-b3220023c030 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 04 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.61 in 03 15.5 mm 06 15 9781398541504 27 15 9781398541719 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261230 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260601 02 29.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260601 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398541955 02 02 1398541958 03 9781398541955 14 19781398541952 15 9781398541955 11 BC B105 Paperback Murder Academy 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Lights, Camera, Kill</TitleText> 01 230036809 1 A01 Sophie McKenzie McKenzie, Sophie Sophie McKenzie Sophie McKenzie was born and brought up in London, where she still lives with her teenage son. She has worked as a journalist and a magazine editor, and now writes full time. She has tallied up numerous award wins and has twice been longlisted for the Carnegie Medal.]]> 01 eng 240 00 240 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 10 JUV067000 10 JUV028000 10 YAF062000 10 YAF042000 12 YXF 12 YFCB 12 YFN 20 middle grade; teen; teen fiction; teen thriller; sophie mckenzie; mackenzie; holly jackson; karen mcmanus; one of us is lying; a good girl's guide to murder; girl's guide; good girl bad blood; chelsea pitcher; this lie will kill you; girl; missing; sister missing; missing me; blood ties; blood ransom; books for teenagers; we were liars; murder most unladylike; robin stevens; school series; sophie cleverly; scarlet and ivy; 21 D3N79 93 YFB 93 YXF 98 5AK 01 02 17 03 9 04 99 01 02 Lights, Camera, Kill is the third title in a thrilling murder-mystery series from Sophie McKenzie, the bestselling author of million-copy-seller, Girl Missing.

With a new school term ahead for Georgia, Wren and Billy, the students of Mayfield Academy hope to leave the murders of the past behind and are excited to find that a film crew will be shooting at their school.

But when one of the team is found dead, Mayfield Academy is thrown into the spotlight again. As the murders start to stack up, a chance sighting on a video changes everything.

Have Georgia and her friends just seen the killer? And might that person end up trying to silence them too?

Can you solve the mysteries behind the deaths at Mayfield Academy? Enrol at Murder Academy with Lessons in Death and Camp Murder - out now!

Praise for Girl, Missing:
'Page-turning' The Independent
'Will have you gripped for hours' Sunday Express
'Please read this book: it is brilliant!; The Guardian
'Whenever I hear the phrase YA thriller I only ever think of one name - and that's Sophie Mckenzie. Why? Because noboody does it better' Phil Earle, award-winning author
'Sophie's thrillers are brilliant... you can't stop reading' Robert Muchamore, bestselling author
'Brilliantly described, scary and touching' The Daily Mirror

10 YEARS OF AWARDS FOR Girl, Missing
Manchester Children's Book Awards
Bolton Children's Book Award
Soilhill Book Award
Winner of the Sakura Medal
Red House Children's Book Award
Richard and Judy Best Kids' Book
Lewisham Children's Book Award

* Sophie McKenzie UK Nielsen Bookscan chart Sales 1,062,567, 7th July 2025]]> 13 02
Sophie McKenzie was born and brought up in London, where she still lives with her teenage son. She has worked as a journalist and a magazine editor, and now writes full time. She has tallied up numerous award wins and has twice been longlisted for the Carnegie Medal.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c23ea4fb-3ebf-44ee-bdba-b48b002361c8 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 27 15 9781398541979 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398543850 02 02 1398543853 03 9781398543850 14 19781398543857 15 9781398543850 11 BC B105 Paperback Skandar <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Complete Skandar Collection</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Complete Skandar Collection</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Five Epic Books</Subtitle> 01 232130701 1 A01 A.F. Steadman Steadman, A.F. A.F. Steadman A.F. Steadman grew up in the Kent countryside, getting lost in fantasy worlds and scribbling stories in notebooks. Before focusing on writing, she worked in law, until she realized that there wasn’t nearly enough magic involved. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling Skandar series.

]]> 01 eng 368 00 368 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 20 Keywords 21 D3N79 93 YFC 01 02 17 03 8 04 99 13 02 A.F. STEADMAN grew up in the Kent countryside, getting lost in fantasy worlds and scribbling stories in notebooks. She is the globally bestselling author of the award-winning Skandar series, which has been translated into 49 languages. A film is currently in development with Sony Pictures.]]> 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/631c248f-899e-44a3-ae4e-b4b5002327f3 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260706 02 75.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 75.00 0.00 20260706 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398545465 02 02 1398545465 03 9781398545465 14 19781398545462 15 9781398545465 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>On Sundays She Picked Flowers</TitleText> <Subtitle>A haunting and lyrical Southern Gothic horror debut that will stay with you long after you turn the final page</Subtitle> 01 229868682 1 A01 Yah Yah Scholfield Scholfield, Yah Yah Yah Yah Scholfield Fiyah Lit Mag and Death in the Mouth Vol. 1. They have also published a short story collection, Just a Little Snack. When they’re not terrifying innocents, Yah Yah is a professional stay-at-home daughter in Atlanta with their cats, Sophie and Chihiro.]]> 01 eng 240 00 240 03 FIC015000 FK 2.1 10 FIC049040 10 FIC018000 10 FIC027040 10 FIC074000 10 FIC045040 10 FIC152000 12 FA 12 FR 20 southern gothic; georgia; horror; literary; woods; abuse; abusive mother; emotional abuse; physical abuse; mother daughter relationship; generational trauma; murder; matricide; cannibalism; toxic relationships; toxic romance; haints; ghosts; spirits; haunted house; family trauma; black women; black rage; female rage; appalachia; lgbtq; sapphic; lesbian; queer; black lesbian; poc; bipoc; beloved; the color purple; carmen maria machado; tananarive due; the reformatory; lone women; sorrowland; beast; mothers; daughters; trauma; violence; feminine rage; anger; transformation; isolation; surrealism; surrealist; appalachian woods; nature; bears; healing; home; family dynamics; love; acceptance; toni morrison; alice walker 93 FKM 93 FXD 93 FBA 94 1KBB-US-SEG 98 5PS 98 5PBD 01 01 01 02 Lone Women meets Sorrowland in this sinister and surreal Southern Gothic debut about a woman who escapes her family home to the uncanny woods of northern Georgia and must now contend with haints, ghosts and a literal beast in the woods.

When Judith Rice ran away from the house she grew up in, she thought she severed her abusive mother’s hold on her. Seventeen years later, she’s made a home for herself in a cottage secluded deep in the forests of northern Georgia. Jude believes she’s settled into a quiet life.

But when an enigmatic woman shows up on her doorstep, Jude’s tentative peace is threatened by the stranger’s presence. The woman is beautiful but unsettling, captivating but uncanny. Caught between her desire for this woman and the violence that seems to simmer just beneath her skin, Jude’s past and present clash as the woman stirs up memories that force her to reckon with the violence of her escape years ago.

Haunting and thought-provoking, On Sundays She Picked Flowers is a propulsive debut exploring retribution, family trauma and the power of building oneself back up after breaking down.
]]> 13 02 Yah Yah Scholfield's work has been featured in a number of horror and speculative fiction magazines and anthologies, including Fiyah Lit Mag and Death in the Mouth Vol. 1. They have also published a short story collection, Just a Little Snack. When they're not terrifying innocents, Yah Yah is a professional stay-at-home daughter in Atlanta with their cats, Sophie and Chihiro.]]> 08 02 "On Sundays She Picked Flowers marks the debut of a ferociously talented writer. Yah Yah Scholfield writes with insight, beauty and the wildness of real art. This is a love story, a healing story, a tale of hard-won survival. Real, in the way all good fairy tales are.”
]]> Victor LaValle, bestselling author of Lone Women 08 02 one of the most visceral, intense, brutal, and yet honest, works of horror I have read in a long time. On Sundays She Picked Flowers is about the trauma of family, relationships, and the monsters we let in when we fail to confront what wounds us. You will devour this book--unless it devours you first.”]]> P. Djèlí Clark, award winning author of Ring Shout 08 02 Atmospheric and engrossing. On Sundays is written with the same dark love and shadow magic it explores. An essential debut."]]> Johnny Compton, author of The Spite House and Dead First 08 02 A beauty of a debut. Scholfield’s sharp prose effortlessly carries scenes of sweetness and brutality. It grabbed me from the first page, did not let me go till the final one, and I can still feel it lingering long after the end. This is the kind of novel I crave as a reader.”
]]> Erin E. Adams, author of Jackal and One of You 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1bd650f3-dd05-4869-9701-b3d300344a88 01 Solstice Books SIMN618 Solstice Books 01 01 Solstice Books SIMN618 Solstice Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.575 in 03 14.6 mm 27 15 9781398545441 06 15 9781398545427 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Solstice Books AU 01 20270112 9781398546165 03 02 139854616X 03 9781398546165 14 19781398546162 15 9781398546165 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Finn's Epic Fails</TitleText> <Subtitle>The hilarious new series packed with school fails, friendship, pranks and chaos!</Subtitle> 01 229559980 1 A01 Phil Earle Earle, Phil Phil Earle 01 eng 272 00 272 03 JUV013070 YFQ 2.1 10 JUV019000 10 JUV039060 10 JUV005000 10 JUV039020 10 JUV039090 12 YFS 12 YNU 20 underdog; unlikely hero; books for boys; funny; embarrassing; pranks; back to school; Wimpy Kid; Jeff Kinney; Loki; Louie Stowell; Tom Gates; Liz Pichon; Adrian Mole; journal; diary; year 7; friends; fails; wins; Al Murphy 21 D3N79 93 YFQ 93 YFS 93 YFN 93 YNU 93 YXW 93 YXF 98 5AK 98 5HKB 98 5LD 01 02 17 03 9 04 99 01 02 A hilarious new series by award-winning author Phil Earle which introduces Finn N. O. Hope and his life of epic failure! Perfect for readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Loki and Tom Gates.

‘A riotous tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid – you’ll be laughing from beginning to end.’ Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey

?Finn just wants to survive Year 7, but his life is destined to be a series of epic fails. It's only Tuesday and his scheming, unicorn-obsessed little sister has already stuck a horn to his head (with superglue) and his properly evil older brother has wedgied him 278 times. And don't even ask what happened at swimming, in front of the WHOLE CLASS. At least he has best friends Laszlo (a hopeless romantic) and Google (ask her anything) by his side as he attempts to turn failure into victory in his very own book that is definitely not a diary.

‘A comedy classic and hilarious page-turner from a genuinely brilliant writer.’ Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates series

‘Pure comedy genius – Finn's Epic Fails will have you howling with laughter and cheering for more! This book belongs on every kid's bookshelf!’ – Jenny Pearson, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates

‘Failure has never been this funny. Finn is my new hero!’ – Rob Biddulph, author of Draw With Rob

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Illustrations by the brilliant and hilarious AL MURPHY
Mortifying moments
Laughter guaranteed
Disastrous supply teachers
A stinky stray dog who may just be the PERFECT best friend
PRANKS!
Mates who save the day
OFF THE SCALE FAILOMETERS!!!
And much more…!

When the Sky Falls by Phil Earle won the 2022 British Book Award for Children's Fiction Book of the Year, the Books Are My Bag Readers Award and the Times Children's Book of the Year.]]> 08 02 Finn’s Epic Fails is a must-read for anyone who’s ever felt like life was falling down around them. Phil Earle crafts a riotous, hilarious (and actually rather moving) tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid, and you’ll be laughing from beginning to end. Never before has failing been such a joy!']]> Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey 08 02 Lucy Bannerman The Times 08 02 Rob Biddulph 08 02 Louie Stowell 08 02 Jenny Pearson 08 02 Jennifer Bell 08 02 Liz Pichon 08 02 Daily Mail 08 02 Ross Montgomery 08 02 Mel Taylor-Bessent 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ce7c1cc5-663a-4ada-a60a-b3280119705d 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 04 20260331 01 AU NZ 01 198 in 01 5029.2 mm 02 130 in 02 3302 mm 03 0.774 in 03 19.67 mm 27 15 9781398546172 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20260331 02 15.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 15.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20260331 9781398546189 03 02 1398546186 03 9781398546189 14 19781398546186 15 9781398546189 11 BC B105 Paperback Finn's Epic Fails 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Finn's Epic Fails: Downhill from Here</TitleText> <Subtitle>The hilarious series packed with summer holiday fails, friendship, pranks and chaos!</Subtitle> 01 232715223 1 A01 Phil Earle Earle, Phil Phil Earle 01 eng 272 00 272 03 JUV019000 YFQ 2.1 10 JUV013070 10 JUV017000 10 JUV039060 10 JUV005000 10 JUV039020 10 JUV039090 12 YNU 12 YFS 20 underdog; unlikely hero; books for boys; funny; embarrassing; pranks; back to school; journal; diary; year 7; friends; fails; wins; summer holiday reads; holiday boredom buster; 21 D3N79 93 YFQ 93 YFN 93 YNU 93 YXW 93 YXF 98 5AK 98 5HRB 98 5LD 98 5AR 98 5H 98 5HKB 01 02 17 03 9 04 99 01 02 Finn N. O. Hope, ultimate fail-magnet, is back in this second instalment of the hilarious middle-grade series by Phil Earle. Perfect for readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Loki and Tom Gates.

‘A riotous tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid – you’ll be laughing from beginning to end.’ Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey, on Finn's Epic Fails

Finn’s Gran is treating the family to a summer vacation in Tenerife – what could possibly go wrong? How about lost luggage, a hotel with guest rats, an army of dads in tiny mankinis (shudder) and an unexpected encounter with the Mothership and her new boyfriend… Suddenly it’s feeling less like paradise and more like the HOLIDAY FROM HELL. Finn’s going to need some serious good luck to turn this festival of fails into a week of wins!

'Failure has never been this funny. Finn is my new hero!' - Rob Biddulph

What to expect:

Illustrations by the brilliant and hilarious AL MUPRHY
Laughter guaranteed
Holiday humiliations
Cringe karaoke
Poolside pranks
Off the scale Fail-o-meters!!!
And MUCH MORE…!

'Absolutely captures how mortifying school can be! Painfully accurate, like Adrian Mole with smartphones.' - Louie Stowell

'Pure comedy genius. This book belongs on every kid's bookshelf!' - Jenny Pearson]]> 08 02 Finn’s Epic Fails is a must-read for anyone who’s ever felt like life was falling down around them. Phil Earle crafts a riotous, hilarious (and actually rather moving) tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid, and you’ll be laughing from beginning to end. Never before has failing been such a joy!']]> Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey 08 02 Lucy Bannerman The Times 08 02 Rob Biddulph 08 02 Louie Stowell 08 02 Jenny Pearson 08 02 Jennifer Bell 08 02 Liz Pichon 08 02 Daily Mail 08 02 Ross Montgomery 08 02 Mel Taylor-Bessent 08 02 Finn’s Epic Fails is a must-read for anyone who’s ever felt like life was falling down around them. Phil Earle crafts a riotous, hilarious (and actually rather moving) tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid, and you’ll be laughing from beginning to end. Never before has failing been such a joy!']]> Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey 08 02 Lucy Bannerman The Times 08 02 Rob Biddulph 08 02 Louie Stowell 08 02 Jenny Pearson 08 02 Jennifer Bell 08 02 Liz Pichon 08 02 Daily Mail 08 02 Ross Montgomery 08 02 Mel Taylor-Bessent 08 02 Finn’s Epic Fails is a must-read for anyone who’s ever felt like life was falling down around them. Phil Earle crafts a riotous, hilarious (and actually rather moving) tale about the biggest loser since Wimpy Kid, and you’ll be laughing from beginning to end. Never before has failing been such a joy!']]> Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs Monkey 08 02 Lucy Bannerman The Times 08 02 Rob Biddulph 08 02 Louie Stowell 08 02 Jenny Pearson 08 02 Jennifer Bell 08 02 Liz Pichon 08 02 Daily Mail 08 02 Ross Montgomery 08 02 Mel Taylor-Bessent 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4f2d943e-ba3b-4767-a623-b3fd0036e3a8 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.776 in 03 19.7 mm 27 15 9781398546196 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398546981 02 02 1398546984 03 9781398546981 14 19781398546988 15 9781398546981 11 BC B221 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Love Everything</TitleText> 01 230644929 1 A01 Sophy Henn Henn, Sophy Sophy Henn Sophy Henn is an award-winning author and illustrator with a masters in illustration from the University of Brighton. She is the creator of much-loved characters Ted and Pom Pom, the Everything picture book series, the Bad Nana, Pizazz and Happy Hills fiction series and the Lifesize non-fiction series. She has won some awards and not won many more, but mainly she is over the moon that she spends her days making books for children of all ages.

]]> 01 eng 32 00 32 03 JUV000000 YBC 2.1 10 JNF000000 20 Picture Book 21 A3M79 01 02 17 03 3 04 99 01 02 The stars of Sophy Henn’s irresistible I Hate Everything! are back to show us that we don’t have to love the same things to love each other.

Big Ghost and Little Ghost BOTH love ice cream, hats and patterns, only they absolutely do NOT agree on which ice cream, hats and patterns. But it would be a boring old world if we all loved the SAME things, and something our ghosts definitely DON’T love is fighting with each other… Join them as they find a way to celebrate the things they love, TOGETHER.

A joyful new adventure in this wise and relatable series from Sophy Henn which explores strong feelings in a bright, accessible, child-friendly way.
Perfect for encouraging conversations about not always agreeing.
Bold, striking and stylish artwork.

]]> 01 eng 32 00 32 03 JUV000000 YBC 2.1 10 JNF000000 20 Keywords 01 02 01 02 The stars of Sophy Henn’s irresistible I Hate Everything! are back to show us that we don’t have to love the same things to love each other.

Big Ghost and Little Ghost BOTH love ice cream, hats and patterns, only they absolutely do NOT agree on which ice cream, hats and patterns. But it would be a boring old world if we all loved the SAME things, and something our ghosts definitely DON’T love is fighting with each other… Join them as they find a way to celebrate the things they love, TOGETHER.

A joyful new adventure in this wise and relatable series from Sophy Henn which explores strong feelings in a bright, accessible, child-friendly way.
Perfect for encouraging conversations about not always agreeing.
Bold, striking and stylish artwork.

Also available:

I Hate Everything!

I Want Everything!

The Best Worst Day Ever

The Music in Me ]]> 13 02 Bad Nana fiction series, the Pom Pom series, the Ted board book series and has recently created the non-fiction titles Lifesize and Lifesize Dinosaurs. Her debut picture book Where Bear? was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. Sophy was the World Book Day Illustrator in 2015 and 2016. Her books are published throughout the world.]]> 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.945 in 01 278 mm 02 9.449 in 02 240 mm 06 15 9781398546981 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398548107 02 02 1398548103 03 9781398548107 14 19781398548104 15 9781398548107 11 BC B106 Paperback - Trade paperback (UK) <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Michael</TitleText> 01 229436698 1 A01 Bob Mortimer Mortimer, Bob Bob Mortimer Shooting Stars, Big Night Out, Catterick and most recently BBC Two's Gone Fishing.

His memoir, And Away..., published in 2021, became the bestselling memoir of the year, was named The Times and Sunday Times Humour Book of the Year, and was shortlisted for Non-fiction Book of the Year at the National Book Awards. The Satsuma Complex, his first novel, was published in 2022. It was an instant Sunday Times bestseller and won the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction in 2023.

He's on Twitter and Instagram as @RealBobMortimer.]]> export 01 eng 320 00 320 03 FIC000000 FA 2.1 20 Bob Mortimer new book; back to school; bestseller; last one laughing; LOL; gone fishing; gift; funny book; coming of age; novel for teenagers; Richard Osman; David Nicholls; comedy fiction; satsuma complex; gift for dad; gift for mum; present; Christmas present 93 FBA 01 01 01 02 Michael has had a big life. A life of abundance and applause. But now he's dead (or at least he's pretty sure he is). He is given the chance to return – but it comes with a catch. He ends up back in a time he’d tried to forget.

He and his mum have been forced to start again after his dad's death: new house, new school, no mates. Worse still, his mum has a new boyfriend, a man with suspiciously close-set eyes and the word DRYWALL tattooed on his forearm. He mostly spends his time in his bedroom, drawing cars and making airfix models. Things seem hopeless.

But as the months pass, Michael slowly begins to find his place. Helped by new friendships and the unexpected kindness of his neighbour, Mr Graham, what starts as the worst year of Michael’s life might actually turn out to be the one that makes him. Life looks different second time around.

A wise, funny and moving novel about growing up and finding your way, from multi-million-copy bestselling author Bob Mortimer.]]> 13 02 Bob Mortimer was born in Middlesbrough in 1959, the youngest of four sons. He trained as a solicitor before a chance encounter with Vic Reeves in the 1980s led to a successful career in comedy as half of duo Reeves and Mortimer. His screen credits include Shooting Stars, Big Night Out, Catterick and most recently BBC2's Gone Fishing. His memoir, And Away…, published in 2021. It became the bestselling memoir of the year and was named Times and Sunday Times Humour Book of the Year. His first novel, The Satsuma Complex, was published in 2022 and won the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse prize for Comic Fiction. The sequel, The Hotel Avocado, was an immediate number one bestseller on release in 2024. His books have now sold over 2 million copies. He's on Twitter and Instagram as @RealBobMortimer.

]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0bbf8f64-c434-4cea-bbf5-b4b90025bf70 01 Gallery UK SIMO788 Gallery UK 01 01 Gallery UK SIMO788 Gallery UK 02 20261229 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 06 15 9781398548138 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261229 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Gallery UK AU 01 20261229 9781398548664 02 02 1398548669 03 9781398548664 14 19781398548661 15 9781398548664 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Model Patient</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Model Patient</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>'Beautifully written and deeply unsettling' (Abigail Dean) the twisty new read about toxic obsession and betrayal you need to read!</Subtitle> 01 234507826 1 A01 Lucy Ashe Ashe, Lucy Lucy Ashe 01 eng 416 00 416 03 FIC025000 FA 2.1 10 FIC014000 10 FIC031020 12 FH 12 FV 20 book club; bookclub; book club recommendations; contemporary fiction; literary fiction; books for women; gifts for mum; new books; fiction; new releases books 2026; new releases; mum gifts; mothers day gifts; fiction books for women paperback; top selling books for women; good books for women 93 FBA 93 FFH 93 FHX 01 01 01 02 A taut psychological exploration of obsession, betrayal and the dangerous relationship between a patient and therapist in 1960s London… The Model Patient is a historical psychological suspense book club novel perfect for fans of Abigail Dean, Clare Chambers, Florence Knapp and Miranda Cowley Heller.

‘Beautifully written and deeply unsettling’ ABIGAIL DEAN, Girl A
'Dark, humane and utterly absorbing. I could not put it down' JOANNA MILLER, The Eights
‘A truly captivating novel’ MATTHEW BLAKE, Anna O
‘Nothing is as it seems in this absorbing psychological thriller’ FIONA DAVIS, The Stolen Queen
‘Full of deep, dark surprises’ LYNDA COHEN LOIGMAN, The Matchmaker's Gift

In the quiet hush of her therapist’s office, Evelyn Westbrook finds herself revealing secrets she’d prefer to keep hidden.

Abandoning her successful modelling career to become a model wife for her husband, Henry, has left her days feeling empty. Her mother-in-law is pressing for a child that Evelyn doesn’t want. And her nights are haunted by a recurring nightmare in which she becomes a snake devouring its own tail.

As Evelyn’s sessions with the enigmatic Dr. Daley unearth more questions than answers, her interest in him turns into obsession. But is her therapist finally providing the care she needs, or is she being manipulated?

A compelling novel about identity, power, and the cost of playing the roles we never chose.

More praise for The Model Patient…
‘A gripping historical psychological thriller’ Amita Parikh
‘An extraordinary achievement of narrative and psychology’ Alis Hawkins
‘Begins as an elegant domestic drama and builds, quietly and inexorably, into a darkly devastating psychological thriller’ Brian Platzer
'Riveting, disturbing, compulsive - Ashe has crafted her finest novel yet' Bonnie-Burke-Patel
‘An unsettling, addictive read of obsession, anger, and the serpent that coils inside us all’ Sarah Clegg
‘A true original’ Cailean Stead
'Brilliantly observed, painfully awkward, and deeply unsettling’ Seth Insua]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2c68d859-c35b-401d-9aef-b32a00818914 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.969 in 03 24.6 mm 27 15 9781398548640 06 15 9781398548626 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398548893 03 02 1398548898 03 9781398548893 14 19781398548890 15 9781398548893 11 BC B105 Paperback Grimwood 6 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Grimwood: The Fast and the Furriest</TitleText> 01 235868100 1 A01 Nadia Shireen Shireen, Nadia Nadia Shireen What’s That Noise? by Charlie Higson and Slug in Love by Rachel Bright. She has been shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, the Week Junior Book Award, and the Laugh Out Loud Book Award. She lives in Brighton, England.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 JUV019000 YFQ 2.1 10 JUV023000 10 JUV002110 10 JUV002230 10 JUV039060 10 JUV002360 10 JUV032040 12 YFP 12 YFC 12 YFR 20 funny books; animals; foxes; siblings; family; friendship; funny; comedy; middle grade; fiction; for; 7; 8; 9; 10; 9-12 year olds; boys; girls; humor; laugh-out-loud, series; fun; family fun; silly; forrest; forrest animals; 21 C3N79 93 YFQ 93 YFC 93 YFN 93 YNNB4 93 YNN 93 YFR 98 5AH 01 02 17 03 7 04 99 01 02 Return to the forest where anything could happen . . . Laugh your head off with the brand new adventure in the bestselling, wildly funny Grimwood series. Perfect for readers age 7 to 107, fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl, Bunny vs Monkey and anyone who loves to laugh.

'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman

It’s time for the Treebonk World Cup! Teams from all over the world are competing for the trophy and fox cub Nancy is determined that her scrappy squirrels will be victorious!

But the Grimwood team are a bit rubbish, Twinklenuts’ stadium has been destroyed and one of the teams has disappeared . . .

It’s up to Nancy, Ted and the rest of the crew to save the tournament and bring the trophy home to Grimwood – may the best team win!

Fully illustrated throughout and full of heart, laughs and surprises, The Fast and the Furriest is the must-read sixth title in the highly acclaimed and fantastically funny Grimwood series by bestselling author Nadia Shireen.

Don’t miss more hilarious Grimwood adventures in Let the Fur Fly!, Attack of the Stink Monster!, Party Animals, and Rock the Vote.

PRAISE FOR GRIMWOOD:

‘Ted and Nancy are my favourite funny foxes EVER.’ – Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates

‘I CACKLED ALOUD on practically every page. Comic gold, tinged with such tenderness.’ – Kiran Millwood Hargrave

'Pure genius!' – Louie Stowell

'Made us laugh out loud.' – Jim Smith, author of Barry Loser

'Grimwood is where I want to be. A carnival of crazed confused comical critters that is more real than real life. Lots of things make me laugh but Grimwood makes me laugh out loudest.' – Frank Cottrell-Boyce]]> 13 02 Nadia Shireen has won awards for her picture books including the UKLA Book Award for Good Little Wolf and most recently for Barbara Throws a Wobbler, which has been described as a ‘little doorway of joy’ by Caitlin Moran. Nadia has been shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, the Week Junior Book Award, the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards and the Books Are My Bag Reader Awards, and has been Writer-Illustrator in Residence for BookTrust.Grimwood is her first series for older readers.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f0b03bfc-05d0-43e2-94c7-b41e0023d91b 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.732 in 03 18.6 mm 27 15 9781398548916 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398550001 03 02 1398550000 03 9781398550001 14 19781398550008 15 9781398550001 11 BC B105 Paperback Python <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Python: The New Recruit</TitleText> 01 236609044 1 A01 S.J. Wills Wills, S.J. S.J. Wills 01 eng 256 00 256 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 10 JUV076000 10 JUV001000 10 JUV021000 10 JUV028000 12 YFCF 12 YXF 12 YFJ 20 spies; secret agent; secret agency; spying; codes; code breaking; parkour; mob; mobsters; crime solving; alex rider; action; adventure; plot twist; betrayal; witness protection; recruited; fast paced; criminal; gamer kids; 9-10 year olds; 11-12 year olds; books for 9 year olds; books for 10 year olds; books for 11 year olds; books for 12 year olds; 21 D3N79 93 YFB 93 YNHA 93 YFCB 93 YXF 93 YFCF 93 YFC 98 5AM 01 02 17 03 11 04 99 01 02 His past is criminal. His future’s classified. A gripping and action-packed spy adventure, for fans of and Alex Rider and Young Bond. ??

Son of a notorious crime boss, 15-year-old Zac Thorne broke the sacred rule: never snitch. Now his family wants him dead, his identity is wiped clean, and he's buried deep in protective custody. That's until Python, a top-secret government agency, gives him a way out. ?

Zac is not wild about working for the law, but it could be his only route home. When his first op goes spectacularly sideways, Zac and his fellow agents find themselves battling to survive in a mobster-infested death trap. Zac must confront the truth – about his enemies, his allies, and himself – if any of them are to see out the night.]]> 13 02 S. J. Wills grew up in Chelmsford, Essex, where her parents let her choose any books she wanted from the library, no matter what. She has worked as a freelance copy-editor since 2003, alongside rediscovering her childhood love: writing her own stories. She lives in Kent with her writer husband, two sons, and a large, bouncing poodle.

]]> 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8fa97ffc-2086-42d2-a6a8-b45800265f4e 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 27 15 9781398550025 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398550858 02 02 139855085X 03 9781398550858 14 19781398550855 15 9781398550858 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vanishing Beauties</TitleText> <Subtitle>From the New York Times bestselling author of the Hush, Hush saga!</Subtitle> 01 238643485 1 A01 Becca Fitzpatrick Fitzpatrick, Becca Becca Fitzpatrick Black Ice, Dangerous Lies, and the Hush, Hush saga, including Hush, Hush; Crescendo; Silence; and Finale—all four of which debuted as New York Times bestsellers. She lives in Colorado and spends all her free time on the tennis court. She would love to hear from you on Instagram @BecFitzpatrick.]]> 01 eng 480 00 480 03 JUV000000 YNX 2.1 10 YAF045000 10 YAF041000 10 YAF017000 10 YAF052020 10 YAF062040 10 YAF042000 12 YFH 12 YFM 12 YXF 12 YXS 12 YXG 20 dark romantasy; paranormal romance; pacific northwest; russian slavic fairy tale; beauty and the beast; feminist retelling; love triangle; enemies to lovers; folk horror; deal with the devil; magical bargain; haunted forest woods; spooky island setting; disappearances; nature of beauty; what makes a monster; falsely accused; bounty; investigation; murder suspect; mother-daughter relationship; atmospheric; steamy; ya teen young adult novel for 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 year olds grades 7 8 9 10 11 12; New York Times bestselling author; monsters; pageant; queen; beautiful; beauty; folklore; folkloric; fairytales 21 E3N79 93 YFH 93 YFMR 93 YNXB 93 YXFB 93 YXG 93 YXHL 93 YXW 93 YXZC 98 5AQ 01 03 17 03 14 04 99 01 02 From the New York Times bestselling author of the Hush, Hush saga, a dark urban romantasy that questions the true cost of beauty.

A teen beauty queen has vanished from Tea Kettle Island, and all evidence points to the girl’s ex-boyfriend, Sascha Sinner.

With a bounty out on Sascha’s head, seventeen-year-old Bunny decides to go after it – and him. But Sascha insists he didn’t do it, and wants Bunny’s help to prove his innocence.

Her search for the truth takes her to the very edge of the island, into its darkly magical past, revealing secrets the town has tried to push down. There are devilish creatures haunting the woods, a handsome man at the centre of a cult-like following, and a hidden history of missing girls – a history that includes Bunny’s own mother.

Can Bunny figure out who, or what, is taking the girls of Tea Kettle Island, before she is lost herself? ]]> 13 02 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 27 15 9781398550872 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398551916 02 02 1398551910 03 9781398551916 14 19781398551913 15 9781398551916 11 BC B102 B105 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Forest of Hearts</TitleText> 01 216561647 1 A01 M.A. Kuzniar Kuzniar, M.A. M.A. Kuzniar M.A. Kuzniar spent six years living in Spain, teaching English and travelling the world which inspired her children's series with Puffin, The Ship of Shadows. Her adult novels Midnight in Everwood and Upon a Frosted Star, published by HQ Stories, were Sunday Times bestsellers. She lives in Nottingham, where she spends her time reading, writing, playing board games, and dreaming of magic. She is always planning her next adventure.

]]> ANZ Only 01 eng 432 00 432 03 YAF019020 YFB 2.1 10 YAF019060 10 YAF017010 10 YAF019030 10 YAF046070 12 YFHR 12 YFM 93 YFHR 93 YFHT 93 YXHL 98 5AQ 01 02
Step into the forest of hearts in this richly imagined take on the Snow White folklore, full of forbidden love, slow burn passion and the promise of true love's kiss.]]> 13 02 The Ship of Shadows. Her adult novels Midnight in Everwood and Upon a Frosted Star, published by HQ Stories, were Sunday Times bestsellers. She lives in Nottingham, where she spends her time reading, writing, playing board games, and dreaming of magic. She is always planning her next adventure.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/120eb581-912d-4392-9db4-b2eb0023bb7c 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 04 20251028 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 06 15 9781398534094 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20251028 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20251028 9781398553873 02 02 1398553875 03 9781398553873 14 19781398553870 15 9781398553873 11 BC B102 B105 Trade Paperback A Whistledown Farm Adventure 4 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Saving Snowflake</TitleText> 01 205821178 1 A01 Nicola Baker Baker, Nicola Nicola Baker
Nicola lives on a smallholding in the Chiltern Hills with her husband and two children. When she’s not mucking out chickens or feeding the sheep you’ll find her writing adventure stories for children. ]]> 01 eng 320 00 320 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 10 JUV002090 10 JUV002000 10 JUV025000 10 JUV039090 10 JUV013060 12 YFP 20 Winter; Christmas; animals; farm stories; michael morpurgo; young fiction; 7+; animal stories; Lauren St John; Susanna Bailey; The Snow Foal; Our Farm in the Dales; Jacqueline Wilson; Rachael Dean; The Primrose Railway Children; sheep dog; sheepdog; border collie; lambing; countryfile; cousins; chickens; chicks; eggs; hatching; farming; Michael Morpurgo; Dick King Smith 93 YFP 93 YN 93 YNNF 93 YNNJ27 93 YNML 93 YXW 93 YFN 93 YPWE 01 02 01 02 The fourth book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales. Perfect for readers 8+ and fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Morpurgo, Dick King Smith and The Snow Foal. With stunning illustrations from Rachael Dean throughout.

It's winter at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from harvesting the holly from the woods to sell at the Christmas market, to helping a hibernating hedgehog, to sledging. Then Ava finds a little kitten wandering up the farm track and suddenly the winter days get even busier for Ava.

‘Baker is a gifted writer, and her bucolic adventure harks back to classic farm stories such as those written by Dick King Smith and Michael Morpurgo’ The Bookseller

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Nicola lives on a smallholding in the Chiltern Hills with her husband and two children. When she’s not mucking out chickens or feeding the sheep you’ll find her writing magical middle grade stories.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a8ad7b1e-e07c-409d-a026-b42c0025dcb4 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 27 15 9781398527270 06 15 9781398527256 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398555464 02 02 1398555460 03 9781398555464 14 19781398555461 15 9781398555464 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Domino Man</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Domino Man</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Kendall Institute Cold Case</Subtitle> 01 239074135 1 A01 Helen Jones Jones, Helen Helen Jones 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC022000 FF 2.1 10 FIC050000 20 UK; Wales; Cardiff; forensics; elly griffiths; ruth galloway; elly griffiths books; forensic anthropologist; tim weaver books; david raker series; missing persons; decapitation; ragdoll; coercive control; stalking; danger; murder; serial killer; cold case; cold cases; 01 01 01 02 Holly Seddon

Cardiff, 1972:
A series of killings holds the city in fear. Six bodies have been discovered, posed, around the city – and each corpse consists of a decapitated body with a different head sewn on.
Only one body has never been identified and has become known as The Domino Man.
The case is never solved.

Cardiff, 2022:
The Kendall Institute is responsible for looking into cold cases when the police cannot afford the time or the money to investigate. Founded by Wales scrum half Wyn Davies, the team comprises forensic scientist Lydia Beynon; ex-Gwent Constabulary Dave Hopkins; and the digital team of twins Ariadne and Osian Thomas.

Anna Edwards, their newest recruit, arrives as the Domino Man case is re-opened. Anna is starting her life afresh, having escaped from a coercively controlling husband.

As the Domino Man case unfurls in all its intriguing psychological complexity, Anna is at the heart of the investigation, helping her new colleagues to piece together the clues and solve the most challenging and satisfying brainteaser of a crime. But all the while her past is coming to catch up with her . . .]]> 08 02 Catherine Cooper, author of The Lake

'I really enjoyed the way Anna’s super recogniser skills and her pattern decoding abilities help solve the mystery. This is what I would describe as analytical gore crime - a really captivating genre! A strong start to a solid series that I want to read more of' Cressida Downing, author of Consider the Ravens

'A gripping, utterly compelling debut with a deliciously dark edge. Twisty, clever and completely addictive – I could not put it down!’ Rebecca Hardy, author of The Summer We Lied]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b7992192-48de-4ac4-a91a-b4740051e893 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270413 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 27 15 9781398555440 06 15 9781398555433 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270413 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270413 9781398555983 02 02 1398555983 03 9781398555983 14 19781398555980 15 9781398555983 11 BC B106 Paperback - Trade paperback (UK) <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Mountain</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Mountain</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Chilling Japanese Psychological Horror Novel</Subtitle> 01 234581498 1 A01 Nanami Kamon Kamon, Nanami Nanami Kamon Hitomaru Commands Them Vanquished. Her novels include The Mountain, Room 203, At Toribeno, and Mebukuro, and The Beast with Black Claws, the first two of which were adapted for film. She has also written several books on Japanese witchcraft and was the sorcery advisor for the film Onmyoji Zero.]]> 2 B06 Kalau Almony Almony, Kalau Kalau Almony ANZ Only 01 eng 272 00 272 03 FIC015040 FK 2.1 10 FIC012000 10 FIC015050 10 FIC144000 10 FIC108000 93 FB 93 FYT 93 FKM 93 FXR 93 FK 94 1FPJ-JP-CF 01 01 01 02 An unsettling and chilling mix of Japanese folklore, witchcraft and the supernatural - the perfect Halloween read for fans of The Ring, In the Miso Soup and anyone who enjoys a ghost story . . .

In Japan, summer is the season for ghost stories…Summer is when the pot of hell opens.

Minami, a horror writer and expert in the supernatural, is struggling to get started on her next book when her friend Asako gets in touch out of the blue, asking for help. Initially reluctant to get involved, Minami agrees to meet, only to discover that Asako and a group of friends have all been experiencing strange and unusual things following a visit to a derelict site on the mountain.

Deciding to use her friend’s story as inspiration for her novel, Minami agrees to see what she can find out about the abandoned lumbermill the group visited. And then the bad dreams begin…

Based on the own experiences of the author, a seasoned horror writer in Japan whose other titles include Room 203.

]]> 13 02 Hitomaru Commands Them Vanquished. Her novels include The Mountain, Room 203, At Toribeno, and Mebukuro, and The Beast with Black Claws, the first two of which were adapted for film. She has also written several books on Japanese witchcraft and was the sorcery advisor for the film Onmyoji Zero.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b0346704-463a-444f-a3d8-b4b900316bbd 01 Solstice Books SIMN618 Solstice Books 01 01 Solstice Books SIMN618 Solstice Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.315 in 02 135 mm 06 15 9781398556010 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Solstice Books AU 01 20270112 9781398561625 02 02 1398561622 03 9781398561625 14 19781398561622 15 9781398561625 11 BC B102 B105 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>How I Became a Dog Called Midnight</TitleText> <Subtitle>A magical adventure from the bestselling author of The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale</Subtitle> 01 168849667 1 A01 Ben Miller Miller, Ben Ben Miller The Night I Met Father Christmas, The Boy Who Made the World Disappear, The Day I Fell into a Fairytale, How I Became a Dog Called Midnight, The Night We Got Stuck in a Story, Once Upon a Legend, Diary of a Big Bad Wolf, Diary of a Puss in Boots, Diary of a Christmas Elf, Secrets of a Christmas Elf, Adventures of a Christmas Elf, and Robin Hood Aged 10 3/4. He is an actor, director, and comedian, best known for The Armstrong & Miller Show, the Johnny English and Paddington films, BBC’s Death in Paradise, and Netflix smash Bridgerton.]]> Reissue 01 eng 320 00 320 03 JUV000000 YFA 2.1 10 JUV002070 10 JUV001000 10 JUV007000 10 JUV013080 10 JUV037000 12 YFC 12 YFP 12 YFQ 12 YFH 12 YFN 20 Keywords 21 C3N79 93 YFQ 93 YFH 93 YFP 01 02 17 03 8 04 99 01 02 A boy, a dog, and a magical body-swap adventure! Turn the page, share the adventure in the bestselling magical mystery from million-copy seller Ben Miller.

'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans

George has always wondered what it's like to be a dog. One night, a magical mix-up with an enchanted fountain means he swaps places with Midnight, a huge and loveable hound! Becoming a dog is an amazing adventure, until George uncovers a plan that could threaten Midnight's home. Can the two friends save the day before the clock strikes twelve and leaves them stuck in each other's bodies forever?

A magical race-against-time for a boy and his dog best friend. Funny and heartwarming classic storytelling from bestselling author and beloved actor, Ben Miller, with beautiful illustrations from Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini and a brand-new cover from Elisa Paganelli.]]> 13 02 Ben Miller is the bestselling author of magical stories for all the family: The Night I Met Father Christmas, The Boy Who Made the World Disappear, The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale, How I Became a Dog Called Midnight and Diary of a Christmas Elf. His next children's book, The Night We Got Stuck in a Story, will be released in September 2022. He is an actor, director and comedian, best-known for the Armstrong and Miller sketch show, the Johnny English and Paddington films, BBC's Death in Paradise and recent Netflix smash, Bridgerton.]]> 08 02 ‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ ]]> Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' ]]> Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 'Wonderful, funny, magical']]> Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight 08 02 ‘A magical adventure’]]> Sunday Express on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale 08 02 ‘Great for reading aloud’ ]]> Week Junior on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale 08 02 'Each of [Ben’s] five books is joyous and thoughtful']]> Red Magazine 08 02 'Fabulous']]> Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear 08 02 ‘A fire-side gem of a story’]]> Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure']]> Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 ‘Clever and amusing’]]> Sunday Times on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 ‘A delightful tale for kids both small and big']]> My Weekly on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 'Utterly festive and charming' ]]> BookTrust on The Night I Met Father Christmas 08 02 ‘A beautifully illustrated take on the classic tale by comedian Ben Miller’]]> Best Magazine on The Night I Met Father Christmas 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 06 15 9781471192463 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398563148 02 02 1398563145 03 9781398563148 14 19781398563145 15 9781398563148 11 BC B106 Paperback - Trade paperback (UK) <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Car Wars</TitleText> 01 244847762 1 A01 Michael Dunne Dunne, Michael Michael Dunne Export/Airside 01 eng 288 00 288 03 TRA001000 93 WGCB 01 01 01 02 In Car Wars, veteran auto industry insider Michael Dunne reveals how China executed one of the most consequential industrial strategies of the 21st century: building a dominant manufacturing ecosystem for electric vehicles, batteries, and software-defined cars right under the noses of Western automakers.

Why did executives in Detroit dismiss Elon Musk and China’s production prowess for years, only to be blindsided in the 2020s by a Chinese EV fleet that is more advanced, more attractive to consumers, and dramatically cheaper than Western options? Drawing on decades of firsthand experience from Detroit to California and throughout Asia, Dunne traces the pivotal decisions, personalities, and policies that reshaped the global auto industry.

The stakes extend far beyond cars. As vehicles become platforms for software, chips, and data, the outcome of the EV race will influence economic power, national security, and technological leadership for decades to come. Car Wars explains how China pulled ahead—and what the United States must do to catch up.

]]> 13 02 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 06 15 9781398563179 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20270112 9781398566545 02 02 1398566543 03 9781398566545 14 19781398566542 15 9781398566545 11 BC B105 Paperback Westwell Series 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Love and Lies</TitleText> 01 234208517 1 A01 Lena Kiefer Kiefer, Lena Lena Kiefer 01 eng 368 00 368 03 FIC027000 FR 2.1 20 Keywords 93 FR 01 01 01 02 Their families rule New York’s high society. Their love could burn it to the ground.

Gossip Girl meets Romeo and Juliet in the first book in the internationally bestselling Westwell series.

Helena Weston has one goal when she returns to her glittering New York City life: clear her sister’s name. Two years ago, Valerie and her fiancé, Adam Coldwell, were found dead after their champagne-soaked engagement party—and ever since, the powerful Coldwells have blamed Valerie and the Westons for the tragedy. Determined to uncover what really happened that night, Helena throws herself into the same ruthless circle that destroyed her sister’s reputation…only to find herself face-to-face with the one person she should hate the most.

Jessiah Coldwell has spent years trying to survive his brother’s death—and break free from the world that whispered while they buried him. When Helena Weston storms back into his orbit, he knows she’s dangerous. She’s angry, impossible, and a walking reminder of everything his family lost. But she’s also the only one who sees him for who he is—and who understands the pain he’s been trying to outrun.

As the lines between loyalty and longing begin to blur, long-buried secrets rise to the surface—threatening to destroy them both. But some fates you can’t escape, and in a city where love and lies are two sides of the same coin, they’ll have to decide how much they’re willing to risk for the truth—and for each other.

]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7e06c62a-03de-4b96-8805-b4420028487e 01 Scarlett Press SIMN619 Scarlett Press 01 01 Scarlett Press SIMN619 Scarlett Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 06 15 9781398567900 27 15 9781398567924 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Scarlett Press AU 01 20270112 9781398567887 02 02 1398567884 03 9781398567887 14 19781398567884 15 9781398567887 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Maybe Not / Maybe Now Bind-up</TitleText> <Subtitle>A gorgeous bind-up edition for the Maybe Someday series from the author of global sensation VERITY</Subtitle> 01 269768138 1 A01 Colleen Hoover Hoover, Colleen Colleen Hoover New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty-three novels, including It Starts with Us, It Ends with Us, All Your Perfects, Ugly Love, and Verity. Colleen lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. For more information, please visit ColleenHoover.com.]]> 01 eng 544 00 544 03 FIC027020 FA 2.1 10 FIC027240 10 FIC045000 20 Colleen Hoover romance;Maybe Someday series;Maybe Not;Maybe Now;new adult romance;contemporary romance;enemies to lovers;roommates romance;complicated relationships;emotional love story;bestselling romance author;Verity author;Verity movie author;Anne Hathaway film;Dakota Johnson film;BookTok romance;romantic fiction 93 FRD 93 FXB 93 FXD 01 01 01 02 A special bind-up edition featuring the second and third instalments in the Maybe Someday series from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the global phenomenon VERITY, a major motion picture starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson.

In Maybe Not, when Warren instantly agrees to live with a female roommate, he doesn’t expect her to be the cold and seemingly calculating Bridgette. Tensions run high as the two can hardly stand each other, but Warren has a theory: anyone who can hate with that much passion should also have the capability to love with that much passion. And he’s determined to prove it.

Will Bridgette finally let her walls down and open her heart to give love a chance?

The series concludes with Maybe Now by bringing the cast of characters back together. Ridge and Sydney are finally a couple ready to enjoy a guilt-free future, while Warren and Bridgette’s relationship is as tumultuous as ever. As Maggie grapples with her illness, she discovers a list of dreams she once had and decides to start living them. With Maggie sharing her adventures with Ridge, Sydney finds herself worrying about the bond they share.

Can she accept that Maggie will always be part of their lives, or will she walk away from the man she loves?]]> 13 02 Colleen Hoover is the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of more than twenty-three novels, including It Ends with Us, All Your Perfects, Ugly Love and Verity. Colleen lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. For more information, please visit colleenhoover.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9115a7c6-9d5a-4a3b-b5b9-b44c00248064 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster UK SIMO004 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 1.26 in 03 32 mm 27 15 9781398567894 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398570047 02 02 1398570044 03 9781398570047 14 19781398570044 15 9781398570047 11 BC B201 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>On Campus Colouring Book</TitleText> <Subtitle>a must have for college romance fans</Subtitle> 01 272113855 1 A01 Arcade Arcade Arcade 2 A12 Tessa Sheehan Sheehan, Tessa Tessa Sheehan 01 eng 96 00 96 03 YAN001010 YBGC 2.1 20 campus romance, YA colouring book, hockey romance, sports romance, heated rivalry, off campus, flirty, university, college lifestyle, college, usa, ice hockey, music, band, friends, lovers, love, cosy colouring, activity, 21 E3L79 93 YBGC 17 03 14 04 99 01 02 THE PERFECT CAMPUS ROMANCE COLOURING BOOK FOR FANS OF HANNAH GRACE, OFF CAMPUS AND HEATED RIVALRY!

Experience that college lifestyle with the On Campus Colouring book. Featuring 46 flirty and fun illustrations showing those heated moments, messy breakups, fun friendships and maybe even true love?

All you need to do is grab your pens or pencils, bring your imagination and colour your way through college!

A MUST HAVE COLOURING BOOK FOR SPORTS ROMANCE FANS]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/782aa5d7-3009-49fc-a406-b4a5002528ea 01 Arcade SIMN648 Arcade 01 01 Arcade SIMN648 Arcade 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.465 in 01 215 mm 02 8.465 in 02 215 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 0.00 0.00 S 10.00 18.17 1.82 20260910 02 24.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 0.00 0.00 S 15.00 21.73 3.26 20260910 Arcade AU 01 20270112 9781398570443 02 02 1398570443 03 9781398570443 14 19781398570440 15 9781398570443 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>When the World Was Happy</TitleText> 01 270468754 1 A01 Benjamin Alire Sáenz Alire Sáenz, Benjamin Benjamin Alire Sáenz 01 eng 416 00 416 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 21 E3N79 93 YN 17 03 12 04 99 01 02 Two starred reviews!

A “heartrending yet beautiful” (School Library Journal, starred review) tale of twins and their group of friends who are forced to navigate life, relationships, and grief after their world is turned upside down from New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Benjamin Alire Sáenz.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c27e03d8-7597-4c2a-aa35-b4b90031709a 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm 03 0.969 in 03 24.6 mm 27 15 9781398570450 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 24.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781398570900 02 02 1398570907 03 9781398570900 14 19781398570907 15 9781398570900 11 BC B106 Paperback - Trade paperback (UK) <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Water House</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Water House</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 224453540 1 A01 Nneoma Ike-Njoku Ike-Njoku, Nneoma Nneoma Ike-Njoku The Water House is her first novel.]]> ANZ Only 01 eng 256 00 256 03 FIC027040 FH 2.1 10 FIC030000 93 FH 01 01 01 02 1967, Nigeria. Celia has been estranged from her family since they banished her to St. Agnes’s reform school after her brother’s death. When the school closes down, she has nowhere to go and no one to write for help.

She secures a job as a typist, marking the beginning of a new chapter; she hopes to leave behind the demons of her past and become a normal, happier person. And when a charismatic yet secretive aspiring politician hires her to be his fiancé, Celia begins to dream of a possible new future. But when everything falls apart, Celia, in desperation, returns to her childhood home—the Water House.

There, Celia is confronted by her hostile mother, a past love, and the horrors that the house holds deep in its walls. As a civil war brews in the outside world, Celia begins to suspect that the truth behind her brother’s death might be more sinister than she imagined.

In a twist on Jane Eyre and Rebecca, Nneoma Ife-Njoku weaves a mesmerizing story of a woman confronting a home where the past refuses to stay buried.

]]> 13 02 The Water House is her first novel.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/555ea437-1157-483d-92f5-b49d0022e247 01 Scribner UK SIMO445 Scribner UK 01 01 Scribner UK SIMO445 Scribner UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.315 in 02 135 mm 06 15 9781398542105 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Scribner UK AU 01 20261230 9781398572317 02 02 1398572314 03 9781398572317 14 19781398572314 15 9781398572317 11 BC B105 Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Behind the Movies</TitleText> 01 274994372 1 A01 Lynn Painter Painter, Lynn Lynn Painter New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies, The Do-Over, Betting on You, Mr. Wrong Number, The Love Wager, Nothing Like the Movies, Fake Skating, and Trust Fall. She lives in Nebraska with her husband and pack of wild children, and when she isn’t reading or writing, odds are good she’s guzzling energy drinks and watching rom-coms. You can find her at LynnPainter.com, on Instagram @LynnPainterBooks, on X @LAPainter, and on TikTok @WesBennettsMom.]]> 01 eng 336 00 336 03 JUV000000 YFB 2.1 20 swoony; rom-com; romantic comedy; romance; love story; boy next door; girl next door; first love; fantasy versus reality; seeing what's right in front of you; meet cute; movie moment; books set in college; second chance love; apology; forgiveness; wooing; jealousy; funny; romance tropes; short story collection; bonus deleted scenes; behind the scenes; new dual POVs; post-credit scenes; where are they now; new epilogue; young adult romance; romance for teens; novel for 14 15 16 17 18 year olds grades 9 10 11 12; 21 E3N79 93 YFB 01 03 17 03 14 04 99 01 02 Go behind the scenes of the beloved and New York Times bestselling rom-coms Better Than the Movies and Nothing Like the Movies for deleted and post-credit scenes and flipped POVs of fan-favourite moments in this swoon-worthy short story collection by Lynn Painter!

Ever wonder what Wes and Liz were up to between the movies? Well wonder no more, because this collection gives you a sneak peak behind-the-scenes as to how their iconic relationship started and how the future is looking for everyone’s favourite rom-com couple.

Including swoon-worthy scenes showing what Wes really thought about Liz getting close to another guy, and what was racing through Wes’s mind when Liz kissed (kissed!) him for the first time in Better Than the Movies! Plus unforgettable stories that have Wes and Liz road-tripping to college, then living their best romantic lives post–Nothing Like the Movies with their family and friends.

Wes and Liz arent done yet!

This collection includes stories originally released online on the author’s website and SimonTeen.com and an all-new scene written specifically for this volume.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies, The Do-Over, Betting on You, Mr. Wrong Number, The Love Wager, Nothing Like the Movies, Fake Skating, and Trust Fall. She lives in Nebraska with her husband and pack of wild children, and when she isn’t reading or writing, odds are good she’s guzzling energy drinks and watching rom-coms. You can find her at LynnPainter.com, on Instagram @LynnPainterBooks, on X @LAPainter, and on TikTok @WesBennettsMom.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d826e05b-6bc4-473e-9f27-b4ba00240a74 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster Children's UK 01 01 Simon & Schuster Children's UK SIMO494 Simon & Schuster UK 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster UK AU 01 20261230 9781497105300 02 02 1497105307 03 9781497105300 14 19781497105307 15 9781497105300 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Beginner's Guide to the Router</TitleText> <Subtitle>Basic Jigs with Bonus Projects for the Most Versatile Tool in Your Shop</Subtitle> 01 248878665 1 A01 Logan Newman Newman, Logan Logan Newman NewmanSpecialsWoodwork.]]> 01 eng 144 00 144 03 HOM015000 20 wood router; router wood; wood working router; wood router ideas; wood router tips; tips on using a wood router; wood router tips and tricks; wood router tricks; how to use a wood router; how to use a wood router tool; what does a wood router do; wood router guide; wood router edge guide;woodshop;woodworkers;router projects;woodworking techniques;wood grain;woodworking;router project;logan newman;jigs; 93 WFQ 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e1ab6f1e-0422-44a0-b0fc-b43a0024f3f1 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 10.984 in 01 279 mm 02 8.504 in 02 216 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 24 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781497106116 02 02 1497106117 03 9781497106116 14 19781497106113 15 9781497106116 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Learn to Draw Celtic Designs, 2nd Edition</TitleText> <Subtitle>Exercises and Patterns for Artists and Crafters</Subtitle> 01 265715422 1 A01 Lora S. Irish Irish, Lora S. Lora S. Irish Great Book of Carving Patterns, Great Book of Celtic Patterns, Great Book of Dragon Patterns, Great Book of Tattoo Designs, The Official Vampire Artist's Handbook, Relief Carving Wood Spirits, World Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw, and many more. Fox Chapel Publishing has sold more than 500,000 copies of Irish's books. Lora is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and to Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts magazines.]]> 01 eng 152 00 152 03 ART034000 20 Celtic Patterns;Celtic Art;Drawing Techniques;Lora Irish;Traditional Designs;Pencil Drawing;Art Patterns;Craft Reference;Woodcarving;Scroll Saw;Art Instruction;General Drawing;Art Books; 93 AFFC 01 01 01 02 13 02 Great Book of Carving Patterns, Great Book of Celtic Patterns, Great Book of Dragon Patterns, Great Book of Tattoo Designs, The Official Vampire Artist's Handbook, Relief Carving Wood Spirits, World Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw, and many more. Fox Chapel Publishing has sold more than 500,000 copies of Irish's books. Lora is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and to Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts magazines.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/337fccb8-a13c-4c90-8223-b4020034a343 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20261230 01 AU 01 10.984 in 01 279 mm 02 8.504 in 02 216 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261201 20261230 22 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20261230 9781497106307 02 02 1497106303 03 9781497106307 14 19781497106304 15 9781497106307 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Smart Guide: Using Your Lathe</TitleText> <Subtitle>Safety Tips and Project Setup for Quality Results</Subtitle> 01 266636753 1 A01 Editors of Skills Institute Press 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CRA042000 20 lathe; Woodwork; DIY; Power Tools; Carpentry; Woodworking Projects ;Tool Usage; Instructional Guide 93 WFQ 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9a61ebba-13fb-4668-9a00-b43a0024fd58 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.512 in 02 140 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781497106314 02 02 1497106311 03 9781497106314 14 19781497106311 15 9781497106314 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Smart Guide: Using Your Router</TitleText> <Subtitle>Safety Tips and Project Setup for Quality Results</Subtitle> 01 266636794 1 A01 Editors of Skills Institute Press 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CRA042000 20 router; Woodwork; DIY; Power Tool;s Carpentry ;Woodworking Projects ;Tool Usage Instructional Guide 93 WFQ 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d318ef35-1307-49f7-b1f2-b43a0025023b 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.512 in 02 140 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781497106321 02 02 149710632X 03 9781497106321 14 19781497106328 15 9781497106321 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Smart Guide: Using Your Band Saw</TitleText> <Subtitle>Safety Tips and Project Setup for Quality Results</Subtitle> 01 266636835 1 A01 Editors of Skills Institute Press 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CRA042000 20 band saw; Woodworking; Power Tools; DIY Projects; Carpentry; Instructional 93 WFQ 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/43231c59-9058-4ef5-a7d1-b43a0025074e 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.512 in 02 140 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781497106338 02 02 1497106338 03 9781497106338 14 19781497106335 15 9781497106338 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Smart Guide: Using Your Table Saw</TitleText> <Subtitle>Safety Tips and Project Setup for Quality Results</Subtitle> 01 266636876 1 A01 Editors of Skills Institute Press 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CRA042000 20 table saw; Woodwork; Power Tools; DIY; Instructional Guide ;Tool Usage 93 WFQ 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3687959e-a91a-42a4-88c5-b43a00250d41 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel 01 01 Fox Chapel SIMO490 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.512 in 02 140 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781501155321 02 02 1501155326 03 9781501155321 14 19781501155328 15 9781501155321 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Metabolism Fix</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Metabolism Fix</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Restore Your Body's Ability to Build Muscle & Lose Fat Fast</Subtitle> 01 222075725 1 A01 JJ Virgin Virgin, JJ JJ Virgin CNS, CHFS New York Times bestselling author. JJ has been featured on Dr. Phil, the Today show, Dr. Oz, and Rachael Ray, cohosted TLC’s Freaky Eaters, and has hosted two PBS specials. JJ is the chair of A4M’s Profitable Practice Blueprint, the nutrition and fitness speaker for Tony Robbins, and the chief metabolic health officer for Lindora Metabolic Health and Wellness. She regularly speaks to audiences of over 10,000 and has shared the stage with icons like Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Dr. Mark Hyman. As founder of the Health Business Growth Collective (formerly Mindshare), she leads the most influential community of health entrepreneurs, helping practitioners scale their businesses and amplify their impact. Her Muscle Changes Everything philosophy empowers people to break free of outdated weight loss dogma and embrace aging powerfully.]]> JJ Virgin 01 eng 368 00 368 03 HEA017000 10 HEA049000 10 CKB026000 20 book; nonfiction; protein; diet; muscle; wellness; losing muscle; mindset; building muscle; aging; virgin diet; body recomp; body recomposition; burn fat; health; strength training; weight loss; healthy weight loss; aging gracefully; muscle meal plan; metabolism diet; personal trainer; Well Beyond 40; 93 MBNH3 93 VFMD 93 VFJB 01 01 01 02 For every woman who has lost weight only to gain it back again, The Metabolism Fix is your path to true body freedom. This breakthrough muscle-first plan shows you how to build lean muscle, boost metabolism, balance midlife hormones, and finally burn stubborn fat so you can feel strong, energized, and confident at any age—without dieting or deprivation.

We’ve been chasing the wrong goal when it comes to losing inches and looking and feeling our best. The number on the scale can’t measure health, vitality, or longevity—muscle does. Chronic dieting strips away precious muscle, slows metabolism, accelerates aging, and makes fat gain easier and fat loss harder. That was the old way.

The Metabolism Fix is the new way.

Instead of shrinking your body through restriction and willpower, you rebuild your metabolism through strength. When you shift your focus from losing weight to building muscle, you reignite fat burning, restore energy, support healthy hormones, and finally step off the diet roller coaster—for good.

When you learn to fuel and train your body strategically—with optimal protein, fiber-rich carbs that support your gut microbiome, and resistance training that challenges and preserves lean muscle—you transform not just how you look, but how you age. Prioritize muscle and repair your metabolism, increase strength and resilience, boost confidence, and create a body that works for you, not against you.

Muscle is the metabolism fix.

Whether you want to lose stubborn fat, boost energy, balance midlife hormones, or you’re already thin but lack muscle tone and metabolic resilience, this book gives you the complete roadmap. Inside you’ll find a proven muscle-first nutrition and strength plan, simple workouts for every fitness level, and dozens of recipes, meal plans, and tools designed to help you build lean muscle, burn fat, and support healthy aging.

This isn’t another diet. It’s a new operating system for your body—one that helps you build strength, fire up your metabolism, and step into your most powerful, energized years yet.

Muscle changes everything. And starting today, it’s going to change you.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestselling author. JJ has been featured on Dr. Phil, the Today show, Dr. Oz, and Rachael Ray, cohosted TLC’s Freaky Eaters, and has hosted two PBS specials. JJ is the chair of A4M’s Profitable Practice Blueprint, the nutrition and fitness speaker for Tony Robbins, and the chief metabolic health officer for Lindora Metabolic Health and Wellness. She regularly speaks to audiences of over 10,000 and has shared the stage with icons like Seth Godin, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Dr. Mark Hyman. As founder of the Health Business Growth Collective (formerly Mindshare), she leads the most influential community of health entrepreneurs, helping practitioners scale their businesses and amplify their impact. Her Muscle Changes Everything philosophy empowers people to break free of outdated weight loss dogma and embrace aging powerfully.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9cbf71b0-0f29-4a6a-b24c-b38f003397c4 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.625 in 03 15.875 mm 08 0.806 lb 08 12.896 oz 08 365.6 gr 27 15 9781501155345 06 15 9781501155338 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20270112 9781507226650 02 02 1507226659 03 9781507226650 14 19781507226657 15 9781507226650 11 BC B102 B201 Trade Paperback Zodiac Academy Activity Books <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Official Zodiac Academy Coloring Book</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Official Zodiac Academy Coloring Book</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>From Star-Crossed Lovers to Elysian Mates, Color Your Way Through the Zodiac!</Subtitle> 01 259180403 1 A01 Caroline Peckham Peckham, Caroline Caroline Peckham Wall Street Journal bestselling romance author who has sold over 7 million copies across her bestselling romantasy series, Zodiac Academy, as well as many more copies of her other fantasy and contemporary romance series. She cowrites full time with her sister, Susanne Valenti, and together the two of them work in their garden office in the UK, overlooking a lush green garden full of wildlife. They don’t shy away from cliffhangers and challenging redemption arcs for their love interests, and their leading women are always strong-hearted with fierce souls, the kind that never give up no matter what the authors throw at them.]]> 2 A01 Susanne Valenti Valenti, Susanne Susanne Valenti Wall Street Journal bestselling romance author who has sold over 7 million copies across her bestselling romantasy series, Zodiac Academy, as well as many more copies of her other fantasy and contemporary romance series. She cowrites full time with her sister, Caroline Peckham, and together the two of them work in their garden office in the UK, overlooking a lush green garden full of wildlife. They don’t shy away from cliffhangers and challenging redemption arcs for their love interests, and their leading women are always strong-hearted with fierce souls, the kind that never give up no matter what the authors throw at them.]]> 3 A12 Andy Price Price, Andy Andy Price The Cryptid Creatures Coloring Book and The Creepy Krampus Coloring Book.]]> Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti 01 eng 80 00 80 03 GAM019000 WD 2.1 10 OCC002000 10 OCC009000 20 Zodiac Academy coloring book; Zodiac Academy merchandise; Solaria; romantasy coloring book; fantasy coloring book; dark romantasy; fae fantasy; magic school fantasy; celestial fantasy; astrology coloring pages; zodiac signs; Darcy and Orion; King’s Hollow; mythical creatures; fantasy creatures; dragon; Nemean lion; Cerberus; basilisk; phoenix; werewolf; vampire; siren; Pegasus; harpy; sphinx; fantasy book coloring; bookish coloring book; romantasy fans; romantasy fan gift; fantasy reader gift 93 WFX 93 VFJS 01 01 01 02 Bring the BookTok romantasy sensation Zodiac Academy to life with its first official coloring book! Immerse yourself in the romance, magic, and celestial wonders of the immensely popular series with this captivating coloring book, an essential addition to Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti’s extensive universe.

Experience the Zodiac Academy like never before…

The stars have aligned to bring you The Official Zodiac Academy Coloring Book! Immerse yourself in the drama, romance, and celestial wonder of the Zodiac Academy universe with thirty-five captivating coloring pages. Bring to life your favorite characters, settings, scenes, and quotes, including Darcy and Orion’s first kiss and the magical King’s Hollow. Every page offers a chance to relive, reimagine, and add your own creative flair to your favorite Zodiac Academy moments.

You don’t need stardust to enter the world of Solaria—just grab your coloring instruments and dive into The Official Zodiac Academy Coloring Book!]]> 13 02 Wall Street Journal bestselling romance author who has sold over 7 million copies across her bestselling romantasy series, Zodiac Academy, as well as many more copies of her other fantasy and contemporary romance series. She cowrites full time with her sister, Susanne Valenti, and together the two of them work in their garden office in the UK, overlooking a lush green garden full of wildlife. They don’t shy away from cliffhangers and challenging redemption arcs for their love interests, and their leading women are always strong-hearted with fierce souls, the kind that never give up no matter what the authors throw at them.

Susanne Valenti is a #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling romance author who has sold over 7 million copies across her bestselling romantasy series, Zodiac Academy, as well as many more copies of her other fantasy and contemporary romance series. She cowrites full time with her sister, Caroline Peckham, and together the two of them work in their garden office in the UK, overlooking a lush green garden full of wildlife. They don’t shy away from cliffhangers and challenging redemption arcs for their love interests, and their leading women are always strong-hearted with fierce souls, the kind that never give up no matter what the authors throw at them.

Andy Price is an American comic artist. He is also the creator of The Cryptid Creatures Coloring Book and The Creepy Krampus Coloring Book.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/648736f6-bb03-4fc2-ba09-b3fc00351ef2 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 01 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 9.125 in 02 231.78 mm 03 0.3 in 03 7.62 mm 08 0.68 lb 08 10.88 oz 08 308.44 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260824 20261230 36 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Adams Media AU 01 20261230 9781507226841 02 02 1507226845 03 9781507226841 14 19781507226848 15 9781507226841 11 PD Cards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Native Plant Identification Deck: Northeast US</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Native Plant Identification Deck: Northeast US</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>75 Photo Cards for Easy Plant Identification</Subtitle> 01 262824274 1 A01 Cheryl Rafuse Rafuse, Cheryl Cheryl Rafuse Gardening for Hot People, an unserious podcast that provides serious educational content on how we can all support local insects and wildlife with our gardens. Cheryl can reliably be found covered in dirt with weeds in her pockets, much to the chagrin of her partner and lovely cats.]]> Cheryl Rafuse 01 eng 75 00 75 03 NAT026000 10 NAT027000 10 SCI086000 20 Native plants; invasive plants; plant identification; Northeastern plants; Northeast nature guide; gardening; hikers; educators; plant ID cards; native gardening; Northeast flora; plant observation; nature exploration; sustainable gardening; native plant expert; Connecticut; Delaware; Maine; Massachusetts; New Hampshire; New Jersey; New York; Pennsylvania; Rhode Island; Vermont; New England; backyard plants; environmental education; plant identification deck; native plant guide; northeast native plants; chaos gardening 01 01 01 02 Learn how to identify native—and invasive—plants! Whether you’re cultivating a sustainable garden or exploring your local ecosystem, you can now easily build your plant identification skills so you can confidently ID plants in the Northeast.

Become a native plant expert with The Native Plant Identification Deck: Northeastern US!

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, gardener, hiker, or educator, this interactive deck turns plant identification into an adventure. Featuring 75 beautifully designed cards, you’ll discover how to identify the native plants that thrive in your backyard, neighborhood, and beyond. Each card is packed with vivid full-color images, clear descriptions, and practical tips for spotting, observing, and recording the plants around you.

The included booklet also offers insights into how these plants interact with their environment, and how you can incorporate them into your own garden; perfect for anyone looking to cultivate a more sustainable, native-friendly landscape.

With a special focus on the Northeastern US, this deck is your go-to guide for uncovering the fascinating world of plants you see every day. So, grab your deck, say hi to your local pollinators, and start your journey to becoming a native plant expert today!]]> 13 02 Gardening for Hot People, an unserious podcast that provides serious educational content on how we can all support local insects and wildlife with our gardens. Cheryl can reliably be found covered in dirt with weeds in her pockets, much to the chagrin of her partner and lovely cats.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a62b41f7-3236-4e9b-83f7-b40d00240513 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 01 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 6.25 in 01 158.75 mm 02 4.25 in 02 107.95 mm Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU S 10.00 45.45 4.54 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 52.17 7.82 20260910 Adams Media AU 01 20270112 9781507226858 02 02 1507226853 03 9781507226858 14 19781507226855 15 9781507226858 11 PD Cards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Native Plant Identification Deck: Midwest US</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Native Plant Identification Deck: Midwest US</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>75 Photo Cards for Easy Plant Identification</Subtitle> 01 262828792 1 A01 Cheryl Rafuse Rafuse, Cheryl Cheryl Rafuse Gardening for Hot People, an unserious podcast that provides serious educational content on how we can all support local insects and wildlife with our gardens. Cheryl can reliably be found covered in dirt with weeds in her pockets, much to the chagrin of her partner and lovely cats.]]> Cheryl Rafuse 01 eng 75 00 75 03 NAT026000 10 NAT027000 10 SCI086000 20 Native plants; invasive plants; plant identification; Midwestern plants; nature guide; gardening; hikers; educators; plant ID cards; native gardening; Midwest flora; plant observation; nature exploration; sustainable gardening; native plant expert; Ohio; Indiana; Michigan; Wisconsin; Illinois; Iowa; Minnesota; Missouri; Kansas; Nebraska; North Dakota; South Dakota; backyard plants; environmental education; plant identification deck; native plant guide; Midwest native plants; chaos gardening 01 01 01 02 Learn how to identify native—and invasive—plants! Whether you’re cultivating a sustainable garden or exploring your local ecosystem, you can now easily build your plant identification skills so you can confidently ID plants in the Midwest.

Become a native plant expert with The Native Plant Identification Deck: Midwestern US!

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, gardener, hiker, or educator, this interactive deck transforms plant identification into an exciting adventure. Featuring 75 beautifully designed cards, you’ll discover how to identify the native plants that thrive in your backyard, neighborhood, and beyond. Each card is packed with vivid full-color images, clear descriptions, and practical tips for spotting, observing, and recording the plants around you.

The included comprehensive booklet also offers insights into how these plants interact with their environment, and how you can incorporate them into your own garden; perfect for anyone looking to cultivate a more sustainable, native-friendly landscape.

With a focus on the Midwestern US, this deck is your go-to guide for uncovering the fascinating world of plants you see every day. So, grab your deck, say hi to your local pollinators, and start your journey to becoming a native plant expert today]]> 13 02 Gardening for Hot People, an unserious podcast that provides serious educational content on how we can all support local insects and wildlife with our gardens. Cheryl can reliably be found covered in dirt with weeds in her pockets, much to the chagrin of her partner and lovely cats.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/814a6c9e-3401-4eaf-b62d-b40d00240785 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 01 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 6.25 in 01 158.75 mm 02 4.25 in 02 107.95 mm Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU S 10.00 45.45 4.54 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 52.17 7.82 20260910 Adams Media AU 01 20270112 9781507226896 02 02 1507226896 03 9781507226896 14 19781507226893 15 9781507226896 11 BC B102 B201 Trade Paperback Cute and Cozy <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Hugs & Hearts Coloring Book</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Hugs & Hearts Coloring Book</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 264635082 1 A12 Gaynor Carradice Carradice, Gaynor Gaynor Carradice Gaynor Carradice 01 eng 96 00 96 03 GAM019000 WD 2.1 10 GAM020000 10 SEL024000 20 cozy love-themed artwork; heartwarming illustration set; Valentine's Day; Galentine's Day; gift; present; girlfriend; boyfriend; wife; husband; partner; friend; soothing creative outlet; mindful relaxation pages; hygge-inspired activity kit; calming seasonal designs; anxiety-easing creativity; beginner-friendly comfort art; warm fuzzy aesthetic; gentle mood-lifting scenes; romantic gifting choice; partner-focused inspiration; soft cozy motifs; peaceful art therapy; joyful feel-good imagery; comforting emotional themes; serene coloring experience; affectionate cozy collection; coloring book; adult coloring book; cozy; cute; unplugged entertainment 93 WFX 93 VFJS 01 01 01 02 Fall in love with love with this adorable coloring book! The Hugs & Hearts Coloring Book spreads the l-o-v-e with 45 charming illustrations of cute and cuddly critters you can color and enjoy in a high-quality package, making it the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or just because.

From furry friends baking heart-shaped cookies to cute critters exchanging valentines, The Hugs & Hearts Coloring Book is full of heartwarming illustrations and cozy scenes. You’ll feel all the feelings as you color away and celebrate the beautiful bond between friends, family, and partners.

It’s the perfect book for coloring fans who want something super easy and relaxing—but also super cute—to enjoy.

This book offers:
-45 hand-drawn single-sided pages ready for coloring
-Super cute and cozy pages for stress relief and relaxation
-High-quality paper to prevent bleed-through
-An oversized 10 x 10 package, giving artists plenty of room for coloring
-High-resolution prints for clear, crisp images]]> 13 02 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/99d7b1fd-edd5-4e58-90f6-b3f700342465 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 01 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 10 in 02 254 mm 03 0.24 in 03 6.096 mm 08 0.371 lb 08 5.936 oz 08 168.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Adams Media AU 01 20270112 9781507228258 02 02 1507228252 03 9781507228258 14 19781507228255 15 9781507228258 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ridiculous Questions to Ask Your Partner</TitleText> <Subtitle>499 Conversation Starters for Bonding, Banter, & Bothering</Subtitle> 01 271595789 1 A01 Emma Plowright Plowright, Emma Emma Plowright Emma Plowright 01 eng 176 00 176 03 HUM012000 10 FAM002000 10 FAM029000 20 questions for couples; questions to ask your partner; funny questions; relationship questions; conversation starters; date night ideas; couple bonding; couples gift; boyfriend gift; girlfriend gift; partner gift; anniversary gift; Valentine’s Day gift; stocking stuffer; novelty humor; gift book; would you rather; hypothetical questions; random questions; unhinged questions; viral TikTok; relationship meme; worm meme; bird theory; orange peel theory; bids for connection; shared laughter; newlyweds; married couples; dating couples; long-distance couples; partner quiz; road trip questions; game night; romantic comedy; internet humor; screen-free fun; low-pressure bonding; relationship journal alternative 93 WH 93 VFVG 01 01 01 02 You already know their favorite color, food, and childhood memory, so now it’s time to get to the real questions: If I were a seed, would you plant me? Popular TikToker Emma Plowright has curated this collection of outrageous questions, from challenging would-you-rathers to absurd hypotheticals, so you can quiz your partner for hours, and spark conversation—or stir up a (fun) argument.

“Which one of my teeth is your favorite?”

“If we were both sponges, who would be more absorbent?”

“Would you rather be trapped in the body of a snail for one week, or have a snail control your body for one week?”

The best conversations start with the weirdest possible questions!

This book is a packed with strange, ridiculous, and surprisingly revealing prompts that give couples a playful way to talk, laugh, bicker, and bond, without making it feel like homework.

Perfect for date nights, road trips, waiting for your food to arrive, or for bothering someone who is allegedly “trying to relax,” this collection turns everyday downtime into time for a chat. Some prompts are absurd, some are chaotic, and some will accidentally reveal a little too much about how your partner’s mind works.

Inside, readers will find outrageous hypotheticals, impossible choices, mini debates, and rapid-fire prompts designed to spark laughter first and connection second. It’s a light, giftable, dip-in-anywhere book for couples who want to feel closer—but would prefer to get there by arguing about something completely ridiculous.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/90851509-a6e5-4f39-be14-b47a0023be91 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 01 01 Adams Media SIMO533 Adams Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7 in 01 177.8 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.44 in 03 11.176 mm 08 0.238 lb 08 3.808 oz 08 107.96 gr 27 15 9781507228265 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Adams Media AU 01 20270112 9781524129385 02 02 1524129380 03 9781524129385 14 19781524129382 15 9781524129385 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vampirella Archives Volume 8</TitleText> 01 264058281 1 A01 Various Various Various, Various Various Various 2 A12 Various Various Various, Various Various Various 01 eng 336 00 336 03 CGN004040 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004070 10 CGN004030 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 Vampirella, the alluring icon of horror comics, bids you welcome! The raven-haired hostess guides you through over thirty classic tales of terror and suspense, reprinted from issues #50-56 of the celebrated 1970s Vampirella Magazine.

Vampirella, the alluring icon of horror comics, bids you welcome! The raven-haired hostess guides you through over thirty classic tales of terror and suspense, reprinted from issues #50-56 of the celebrated 1970s Vampirella Magazine. Visionary creators including Jose Gonzalez, Howard Chaykin, and Richard Corber grace these pages with such spine-chilling tales as, "Rise of the Undead," "Bowser," "Call Me Pantha," "Dr. Wrighter's Asylum of Horror," and "The Headless Horseman."]]> 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 01 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.25 in 01 260.35 mm 02 6.75 in 02 171.45 mm 08 0.942 lb 08 15.072 oz 08 427.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 Dynamite Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781524129415 02 02 1524129410 03 9781524129415 14 19781524129412 15 9781524129415 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Pathfinder: Dark Waters Rising Compact Edition TPB</TitleText> 01 264058479 1 A01 Jim Zub Zub, Jim Jim Zub

]]> 2 A12 Andrew Huerta Huerta, Andrew Andrew Huerta 01 eng 224 00 224 03 CGN004030 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004370 10 CGN004380 93 XA 01 01 01 02 The warrior Valeros can rely on his sword arm and his friends, the mysterious sorceress Seoni, quick-witted elven rogue Merisiel, powerful wizard Ezren, well-traveled dwarven ranger Harsk, and courageous cleric Kyra. However, nothing can prepare him for the dangers that lurk ahead!

The warrior Valeros can rely on his sword arm and his friends, the mysterious sorceress Seoni, quick-witted elven rogue Merisiel, powerful wizard Ezren, well-traveled dwarven ranger Harsk, and courageous cleric Kyra. However, nothing can prepare him for the dangers that lurk ahead! The scattered goblin tribes of Varisia are unifying in ways no one has ever seen before. At the heart of this strange evolution is an ancient force of evil looking to establish itself anew in the world of Golarion! Journey into Paizo's award-winning fantasy world, fiction line, and tabletop RPG with an action-packed story written by Jim Zub (Street Fighter Legends, Skullkickers) and incredibly detailed artwork by Andrew Huerta (Underworld, Homies), this first volume introduces readers to a richly envisioned fantasy world filled with compelling characters and impressive sights. Collects the first six issues of the Pathfinder comic series; an exclusive ten-page bonus story; ""The Last Mosswood Goblin;"" and over 30 pages of encounters, characters, and world detail for the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ff0bc68c-4025-48cd-83ae-b41b0033cde2 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 01 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.6 in 02 142.24 mm 08 0.412 lb 08 6.592 oz 08 186.88 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 02 22.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 Dynamite Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781524129507 02 02 152412950X 03 9781524129507 14 19781524129504 15 9781524129507 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vampirella Masters: Kurt Busiek Compact Edition</TitleText> 01 264059741 1 A01 Kurt Busiek Busiek, Kurt Kurt Busiek 2 A12 Various Various Various, Various Various Various 01 eng 480 00 480 03 CGN004030 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004060 01 01 01 02 Collected here in a single softcover volume are all of writer Gail Simone’s foundational Red Sonja stories from her original run on the series!

Collected here in a single softcover volume are all of writer Gail Simone’s foundational Red Sonja stories from her original run on the series!

This epic tale of carnage, lust, and vengeance kicks off with Sonja determined to pay back a blood debt owed to the one man who has gained her respect — even if it means leading a doomed army to their certain deaths! Who is Dark Annisia, and how has this fearsome warrior accomplished what no god nor demon has been able to do before: force Sonja to her knees in surrender? Find out as Simone takes the She-Devil with a Sword from the depths of her own grave to the heights of battlefield glory!

The legendary author of Wonder Woman and Birds of Prey brings a fresh attitude to the crimson-maned warrior in this beautiful omnibus edition, which collects issues #0-18 of the iconic fantasy heroine’s flagship title.]]> 13 02 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 01 01 Dynamite Entertainment SIMN538 Dynamite Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.25 in 01 260.35 mm 02 6.75 in 02 171.45 mm 08 1.285 lb 08 20.56 oz 08 582.87 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 28 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 02 22.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 Dynamite Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781534463509 03 02 153446350X 03 9781534463509 13 2025050197 14 19781534463506 15 9781534463509 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Freedom to Read</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Story of Teacher Mary Peake and One Mighty Oak Tree</Subtitle> 01 166492285 1 A01 Lesa Cline-Ransome Cline-Ransome, Lesa Lesa Cline-Ransome One Big Open Sky was both a Coretta Scott King Honor book and a Newbery Honor book. Her picture books include Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis, Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams, and The Power of Her Pen: The Story of Groundbreaking Journalist Ethel L. Payne. Her verse biography of Harriet Tubman, Before She Was Harriet, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award and received a Jane Addams Children’s Book Honor, Christopher Award, and Coretta Scott King Honor for Illustration. Her debut middle grade novel, Finding Langston, won the Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction and received the Coretta Scott King Award Author Honor. She lives in the Hudson Valley region of New York with her husband and frequent collaborator, James Ransome, and their family. Visit her at LesaClineRansome.com.]]> 2 A12 James E. Ransome Ransome, James E. James E. Ransome Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis was called “a warm tribute” by Kirkus Reviews and “highly recommended” by School Library Journal, both in starred reviews. His highly acclaimed illustrations for Before She Was Harriet received the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor. His other award-winning titles include the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honor Book The Bell Rang, Coretta Scott King Author Award Honor Book Uncle Jed’s Barbershop, Reading Rainbow Book Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt, and Let My People Go, winner of the NAACP Image Award. James is also a recipient of the ALA Children’s Literature Legacy Award. He is on the faculty at the School of Visual Arts in the MFA Illustration Visual Essay program. James frequently collaborates with his wife, author Lesa Cline-Ransome. They live in New York’s Hudson Valley region with their family. Visit James at JamesRansome.com.]]> Lesa Cline-Ransome 01 eng 48 00 48 03 JNF007110 YQC 2.1 10 JNF018010 10 JNF050000 20 Mary Peake; teacher; educator; true story; Civil War; 1800s; 19th century; Virginia; secret school; literacy; reading; freedom to read; Black African American history; US American history; overcoming adversity; hero; trailblazer; underprivileged students; racism; slavery; unjust laws; empowering; inspirational; little-known history; Norfolk; HCBUs; Hampton University; Nat Turner’s rebellion; watercolor painted illustrations; backmatter; nonfiction picture book biography for 4 5 6 7 8 year olds pre-k kindergarten grades 1 2 3; Newbery Award Honor author; award-winning creator; husband and wife team; ALA Children’s Literature Legacy Award NAACP Image Award Coretta Scott King Honor Award illustrator; Thank You Teacher by Cate Berry; Power of Her Pen; Before She Was Harriet; Words Set Me Free; 93 YFX 93 YXN 93 YPJJ 93 YXP 01 02 11 03 P 04 3 17 03 4 04 8 01 02 Four starred reviews!
“A thoughtful double portrait that reaches forward and back.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

From Newbery Honor author Lesa Cline-Ransome and ALA Children’s Literature Legacy Award recipient James Ransome, this “important picture book biography” (School Library Journal, starred review) tells the story of Mary Peake, a courageous teacher who started a secret school for Black children.

So many found sanctuary in Mary’s secret schoolhouse. They found freedom in letters. In Mary’s teaching, they found a refuge.

Mary Peake was born free in 1823 in Norfolk, Virginia, and from a young age she hungered for learning. Mary attended a colored school in her youth, but when Virginia lawmakers outlawed education for colored students, both enslaved and free, the schools had to close their doors. Mary wanted nothing more than to share the gift of education, so she opened up her home as a secret school, risking punishment in order to teach.

When the Civil War broke out, Mary and her community found refuge in a Union camp, and Mary set up a new schoolhouse under the branches of a proud oak tree. Shoulder to shoulder, students of all ages gathered to hear Mary teach.

Mary’s crusade for education became a model for one of the first historically black colleges, Hampton University. Her story—part of “an important and often untold aspect of American history” (The Horn Book Magazine, starred review)—is a celebration of one woman’s sacrifices for the freedom to read]]> 13 02 One Big Open Sky was both a Coretta Scott King Honor book and a Newbery Honor book. Her picture books include Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis, Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams, and The Power of Her Pen: The Story of Groundbreaking Journalist Ethel L. Payne. Her verse biography of Harriet Tubman, Before She Was Harriet, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award and received a Jane Addams Children’s Book Honor, Christopher Award, and Coretta Scott King Honor for Illustration. Her debut middle grade novel, Finding Langston, won the Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction and received the Coretta Scott King Award Author Honor. She lives in the Hudson Valley region of New York with her husband and frequent collaborator, James Ransome, and their family. Visit her at LesaClineRansome.com.

James E. Ransome’s Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis was called “a warm tribute” by Kirkus Reviews and “highly recommended” by School Library Journal, both in starred reviews. His highly acclaimed illustrations for Before She Was Harriet received the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor. His other award-winning titles include the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honor Book The Bell Rang, Coretta Scott King Author Award Honor Book Uncle Jed’s Barbershop, Reading Rainbow Book Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt, and Let My People Go, winner of the NAACP Image Award. James is also a recipient of the ALA Children’s Literature Legacy Award. He is on the faculty at the School of Visual Arts in the MFA Illustration Visual Essay program. James frequently collaborates with his wife, author Lesa Cline-Ransome. They live in New York’s Hudson Valley region with their family. Visit James at JamesRansome.com.]]> 08 02 Horn Book Magazine, *STARRED REVIEW* Sept/Oct 2026 Issue 08 02 Booklist *STARRED REVIEW* 8/5/26 08 02 School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW 7/1/26 08 02 Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW 5/15/26 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/90a0fcb9-5e64-432d-a5c3-b3b60033f00f 01 A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books SIMN733 A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books 01 01 A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books SIMN733 A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books 04 20270104 01 AU NZ 01 11 in 01 279.4 mm 02 9 in 02 228.6 mm 03 0.4 in 03 10.16 mm 08 1.065 lb 08 17.04 oz 08 483.08 gr 27 15 9781534463516 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270104 30 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 A Paula Wiseman Book/Beach Lane Books AU 01 20270104 9781545808320 02 02 1545808325 03 9781545808320 14 19781545808327 15 9781545808320 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Babylon Cove</TitleText> 01 263451115 1 A01 Rafer Roberts Roberts, Rafer Rafer Roberts The Rock Gods of Jackson, Tennessee and Grumble (both with Mike Norton) and Modern Fantasy (with Kristen Gudsnuk). He’s written young-adult comics for Minecraft anthologies, mature-reader comics for heavy metal anthologies, and the occasional Rick & Morty comic for everyone. Rafer has worked for Image, Oni, Valiant, Dark Horse, and a few dozen others. Rafer’s artwork appeared in the Eisner- and Harvey-winning anthology Little Nemo: Dream Another Dream, and he was founding editor of the Washington, D.C. comics newspaper, Magic Bullet. His self-published works include Plastic Farm and Nightmare the Rat, both recently concluded. Rafer lives in Baltimore, as far as you know.]]> 2 A12 Joe Eisma Eisma, Joe Joe Eisma New York Times bestseller Morning Glories from Image Comics. In addition, he has drawn Star Trek from IDW Publishing, Archie, Riverdale, and Jughead: The Hunger from Archie Comics, The Flash from DC Comics, and many more over the years. He resides in Dallas, Texas with his wife and sons.]]> 3 A47 Marissa Louise Louise, Marissa Marissa Louise 4 A48 Crank! Crank! Crank! Rafer Roberts 01 eng 128 00 128 03 CGN004040 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN018000 20 Stephen King; Hallmark movie; Hallmark movies; Hallmark; Stephen King meets Hallmark; romance; romantic horror; horror; romcom; rom com; romantic comedy; horror rom com; horror romcom; horror romantic comedy; romance meets horror; horror meets romance; small town; return to hometown; high school sweetheart; high school sweethearts; highschool sweetheart; all-American boy; late bloomer; love triangle; demon; ancient demon; New England; New England hometown; romance tropes; romance trope; Babylon Cove; Rafer Roberts; Joe Eisma 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 Hallmark movie romance meets Stephen King-style terror in this wild new graphic novel from Mad Cave Studios!

Babylon Cove is the story of Heather, a no-nonsense career-gal who returns to her picturesque New England hometown for the first time in a decade to attend a family funeral; Dennis, the all-American dreamboat who broke Heather’s heart in high school; Charlie, the late-blooming shy boy who Heather never gave the time of day, and Karthon, the ancient demon with plans to feast on the flesh of everyone in town.]]> 13 02 The Rock Gods of Jackson, Tennessee and Grumble (both with Mike Norton) and Modern Fantasy (with Kristen Gudsnuk). He’s written young-adult comics for Minecraft anthologies, mature-reader comics for heavy metal anthologies, and the occasional Rick & Morty comic for everyone. Rafer has worked for Image, Oni, Valiant, Dark Horse, and a few dozen others. Rafer’s artwork appeared in the Eisner- and Harvey-winning anthology Little Nemo: Dream Another Dream, and he was founding editor of the Washington, D.C. comics newspaper, Magic Bullet. His self-published works include Plastic Farm and Nightmare the Rat, both recently concluded. Rafer lives in Baltimore, as far as you know.

Joe Eisma is the Eisner-nominated artist & co-creator of the New York Times bestseller Morning Glories from Image Comics. In addition, he has drawn Star Trek from IDW Publishing, Archie, Riverdale, and Jughead: The Hunger from Archie Comics, The Flash from DC Comics, and many more over the years. He resides in Dallas, Texas with his wife and sons.

Christopher Crank (crank!) has lettered a bunch of books put out by Image, Dark Horse, Oni Press, Dynamite, Humanoids, Albatross, Vault Comics, and elsewhere. He also has a podcast with comic artist Mike Norton and members of Four Star Studios in Chicago (crankcast.com) and makes music (sonomorti.bandcamp.com).]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/696ccdca-0d92-4235-a110-b3e90038125c 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.332 lb 08 5.312 oz 08 150.59 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545812129 02 02 1545812128 03 9781545812129 14 19781545812126 15 9781545812129 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Atlantis: The Lost Empire Vol. 1</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Curse of Kurok</Subtitle> 01 222038113 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 2 A01 Matthew Manning Manning, Matthew Matthew Manning 3 A12 Christian Colbert Colbert, Christian Christian Colbert 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008040 YFW 2.1 10 JUV008070 10 JUV008030 20 Atlantis; Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Disney Atlantis; Disney's Atlantis; Disney Atlantis The Lost Empire; Disney's Atlantis The Lost Empire; Disney Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Milo Thatch; Milo; Kida; Princess Kida; Kidagakash; Princess Kidagakash; Kida Nedakh; Kidagakash Nedakh; Queen Kida; Queen Kidagakash; lost city; lost empire; lost island; underwater; underwater world; underwater city; Atlantean; Atlantian; tsunami; natural disaster; Heart of Atlantis; myth; mythology; legend; legends; legendary empire; legendary city; Atlantis myth; Atlantis legend; Disney movie; Disney film; Disney adaptation; movie; film; adaptation; graphic novel adaptation; film adaptation; movie adaptation; animated film; animation; Disney; Adventure; Ancient civilization; Journey; Exploration; Fantasy; Sci-fi; Lost world; Treasure; Discovery; Atlantean language; Magic; Crystal; Action; Steampunk; Team; Expedition; Shepherd's Journal; Submarine; Vinny; Audrey; Mole; Dr. Sweet; Commander Rourke; Helga; Disney classic; Hidden world; Ancient technology; Atlantis mythology; Mysterious city; Disney adventure; Milo and Kida; Atlantean culture; Disney animation; Disney sci-fi; Atlantis expedition; Disney characters; Ancient secrets; Disney fantasy; Underwater adventure; Legendary civilization; Atlantean artifacts; Sunken city; Disney hero; Crystal energy; Disney myth; Ancient legend; Disney exploration; Animated adventure; Atlantis story; Disney treasure hunt; Disney lost city; Atlantis discovery; Atlantean warriors; Disney quest; Atlantean princess; Disney classics; Mysterious empire; Atlantean history; Disney legends; Animated sci-fi; Disney underwater; Ancient myths; Disney fantasy adventure 01 02 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 Fans of epic undersea adventures will love the world and style of this brand new story from Disney's Atlantis. Taking place after the movie, Milo and Kida team together to protect the world of Atlantis. This original graphic novel brings a classic tale for fans of the movie, and it's also a classic adventure for anyone coming to this world and characters for the first time!

A brand-new adventure from the world of Disney's Atlantis! When Milo and Kida discover a brand-new monstrous threat below the kingdom of Atlantis, it's going to take all of their bravery and ingenuity to find the secrets below the waves, and how to surpass a strange new challenge. And they'll also need to discover what ancient fables from Atlantis's past are the key to unlocking the safety of their future! When a giant monstrous threat bubbles up from the lost past of Atlantis, Milo and Kida will need to save Atlanteans while also protecting the natural world around them. Sea monsters, high adventure, and more in this bold new OGN!]]> 13 02
Christian Colbert was born and raised in Oberlin, Ohio. After moving around the Midwest, he now calls Dearborn Michigan his home. Christian is a professional illustrator with over twenty years of experience on titles such as Star Wars, Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society, and Disney's Atlantis. Christian is an avid Hip Hop head, part time sneakerhead, and Rebel Scum.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c1f755fd-dfd0-42e3-ac11-b44b0026e8f0 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 0.4 in 03 10.16 mm 08 0.5 lb 08 8 oz 08 226.8 gr 27 15 9781545812136 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260914 20261230 60 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20261230 9781545812938 02 02 1545812934 03 9781545812938 14 19781545812935 15 9781545812938 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Atlantis: The Lost Empire Vol. 1</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Curse of Kurok</Subtitle> 01 222038113 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 2 A01 Matthew Manning Manning, Matthew Matthew Manning 3 A12 Christian Colbert Colbert, Christian Christian Colbert 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008040 YFW 2.1 10 JUV008070 10 JUV008030 20 Atlantis; Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Disney Atlantis; Disney's Atlantis; Disney Atlantis The Lost Empire; Disney's Atlantis The Lost Empire; Disney Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Disney's Atlantis: The Lost Empire; Milo Thatch; Milo; Kida; Princess Kida; Kidagakash; Princess Kidagakash; Kida Nedakh; Kidagakash Nedakh; Queen Kida; Queen Kidagakash; lost city; lost empire; lost island; underwater; underwater world; underwater city; Atlantean; Atlantian; tsunami; natural disaster; Heart of Atlantis; myth; mythology; legend; legends; legendary empire; legendary city; Atlantis myth; Atlantis legend; Disney movie; Disney film; Disney adaptation; movie; film; adaptation; graphic novel adaptation; film adaptation; movie adaptation; animated film; animation; Disney; Adventure; Ancient civilization; Journey; Exploration; Fantasy; Sci-fi; Lost world; Treasure; Discovery; Atlantean language; Magic; Crystal; Action; Steampunk; Team; Expedition; Shepherd's Journal; Submarine; Vinny; Audrey; Mole; Dr. Sweet; Commander Rourke; Helga; Disney classic; Hidden world; Ancient technology; Atlantis mythology; Mysterious city; Disney adventure; Milo and Kida; Atlantean culture; Disney animation; Disney sci-fi; Atlantis expedition; Disney characters; Ancient secrets; Disney fantasy; Underwater adventure; Legendary civilization; Atlantean artifacts; Sunken city; Disney hero; Crystal energy; Disney myth; Ancient legend; Disney exploration; Animated adventure; Atlantis story; Disney treasure hunt; Disney lost city; Atlantis discovery; Atlantean warriors; Disney quest; Atlantean princess; Disney classics; Mysterious empire; Atlantean history; Disney legends; Animated sci-fi; Disney underwater; Ancient myths; Disney fantasy adventure 01 02 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 Fans of epic undersea adventures will love the world and style of this brand new story from Disney's Atlantis. Taking place after the movie, Milo and Kida team together to protect the world of Atlantis. This original graphic novel brings a classic tale for fans of the movie, and it's also a classic adventure for anyone coming to this world and characters for the first time!

A brand-new adventure from the world of Disney's Atlantis! When Milo and Kida discover a brand-new monstrous threat below the kingdom of Atlantis, it's going to take all of their bravery and ingenuity to find the secrets below the waves, and how to surpass a strange new challenge. And they'll also need to discover what ancient fables from Atlantis's past are the key to unlocking the safety of their future! When a giant monstrous threat bubbles up from the lost past of Atlantis, Milo and Kida will need to save Atlanteans while also protecting the natural world around them. Sea monsters, high adventure, and more in this bold new OGN!]]> 13 02
Christian Colbert was born and raised in Oberlin, Ohio. After moving around the Midwest, he now calls Dearborn Michigan his home. Christian is a professional illustrator with over twenty years of experience on titles such as Star Wars, Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society, and Disney's Atlantis. Christian is an avid Hip Hop head, part time sneakerhead, and Rebel Scum.]]> 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 0.4 in 03 10.16 mm 08 0.74 lb 08 11.84 oz 08 335.66 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 36 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545823408 02 02 1545823405 03 9781545823408 14 19781545823405 15 9781545823408 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Gatchaman: Red Impulse <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Gatchaman: Red Impulse</TitleText> 01 243847347 1 A01 Steve Orlando Orlando, Steve Steve Orlando 2 A12 Riccardo Robaldo Robaldo, Riccardo Riccardo Robaldo 3 A47 Rebecca Nalty Nalty, Rebecca Rebecca Nalty The Slasher's Apprentice, Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, and Monster High: House Haunters. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her dog and playing video games.]]> 4 A48 Frank Cvetkovic Cvetkovic, Frank Frank Cvetkovic Steve Orlando 01 eng 120 00 120 03 CGN018000 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004080 10 CGN004060 20 Science Ninja Team Gatchaman; Battle of the Planets; Science ninja team; science; ninja; team; Red Impulse; Red Impulse squadron; Ken; Kentaro; eagle; Ken the Eagle; jo; condor; jun; swan; jinpei; swallow; ryu; owl; G-1; G-2; G-3; G-4; G-5; martial arts; karate; mecha; mechs; pilots; espionage; spy; good; evil; good guys; bad guys; super; heroes; villains; superheroes; supervillains; good vs evil; evil organization; secret identity; dr. Nambu; kozaburo nambu; namboo; doctor; tatsunoko; anime; manga; sentai; space; mafia; black birds; blackbirds; death match; galactor; leader x; Berg Katse; earth; defense; sky wolf; devil stars 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 The secret missions of Red Impulse erupt into high-octane dogfights and covert wars against Galactor. Heroism in the shadows, where victories are won in silence and never claimed.

A four-issue, high-octane miniseries shining a spotlight on the secret missions of the elite Red Impulse Squadron. Each standalone story delivers aerial dogfights, covert ops, and Galactor’s deadliest weapons—while revealing the unspoken bonds between Captain Kentaro, his pilots, and his secret son, Ken the Eagle. From weaponized cities to annihilation devices, Red Impulse fights the battles no one else can… and can never take credit for. This is Gatchaman at full throttle—heroism in the shadows, where every victory comes at a cost.]]> 13 02
Riccardo Robaldo is a comics and concept artist known for work with Skybound Comics and Mad Cave Studios.

Rebecca Nalty is a colourist currently living in Dublin, Ireland and has been working in the industry since 2017. Some of her previous titles include The Slasher's Apprentice, Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, and Monster High: House Haunters. When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with her dog and playing video games.

Frank Cvetkovic is a comic book letterer who hates when people assume that all he does is put words inside bubbles. There’s a little more to the job than that. For instance, sometimes he puts them in boxes. His work can be seen in Hey Mary!, Toxic Summer, and Gatchaman: Galactor.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/57c071eb-8ed7-4e2a-a9b8-b3fe0036262f 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.311 lb 08 4.976 oz 08 141.07 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545827710 02 02 1545827710 03 9781545827710 14 19781545827717 15 9781545827710 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Frozen: The Classic Comic Collection 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Frozen: Classic Comic Collection Vol. 3</TitleText> 01 256572553 1 A01 Tea Orsi Orsi, Tea Tea Orsi Tea Orsi 01 eng 152 00 152 03 JUV008080 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Frozen; Disney; Animation; Elsa; Anna; Olaf; Kristoff; Sven; Arendelle; Ice powers; Magic; Snow; Winter; Adventure; Musical; Let It Go; Do You Want to Build a Snowman?; Frozen soundtrack; Queen; Princess; Family; Sisterhood; Friendship; Love; Sisters; Empowerment; Hans; Trolls; Snow Queen; Frozen Heart; Ice castle; True love; Fantasy; Disney princess; Disney animation; Magical kingdom; Frozen story; Elsa's powers; Anna's bravery; Frozen adventure; Disney classic; Frozen characters; Frozen songs; Elsa's journey; Anna's quest; Frozen fever; Frozen Ever After; Frozen merchandise; Frozen franchise; Kingdom of Arendelle; Frozen theme; Frozen mythology; Elsa's transformation; Disney musical; Frozen magic; Frozen fan base; Elsa's ice magic; Winter wonderland; Frozen movie; Frozen scenes; Frozen sisters; Heartwarming; Inspirational; Strong female leads; Frozen snowman; Frozen legacy; Frozen reindeer; Frozen world; Elsa's ice palace; Frozen friendship; Snowy landscapes; Disney Frozen; Frozen sequel; Iconic songs; Frozen dresses; Frozen toys; Frozen costumes; Frozen adventures; Frozen magic moments; Disney Frozen universe; Frozen journey; Elsa's song; Anna's determination; Frozen fairytale; Frozen visuals; Animated musical 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 From the pages of the Disney Frozen magazine to your bookshelf! A collection of classic comics collected together for the very first time.

Return to the world of Arendelle and reunite with Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven in a sparkling collection of Frozen adventures. Drawn from over a decade of stories originally published in Disney Frozen magazine—many collected here for the first time—these comics capture everything fans love about the franchise. From joyful celebrations in the castle to daring journeys across the kingdom, each tale is filled with heart, humor, and the powerful bond between sisters. A must-have keepsake for Frozen fans of every generation.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/341b0393-94d4-44b2-96a4-b4900023bb01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.344 lb 08 5.504 oz 08 156.04 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545827727 02 02 1545827729 03 9781545827727 14 19781545827724 15 9781545827727 11 BB Hardback Frozen: The Classic Comic Collection 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Frozen: Classic Comic Collection Vol. 3</TitleText> 01 256572553 1 A01 Tea Orsi Orsi, Tea Tea Orsi Tea Orsi 01 eng 152 00 152 03 JUV008080 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Frozen; Disney; Animation; Elsa; Anna; Olaf; Kristoff; Sven; Arendelle; Ice powers; Magic; Snow; Winter; Adventure; Musical; Let It Go; Do You Want to Build a Snowman?; Frozen soundtrack; Queen; Princess; Family; Sisterhood; Friendship; Love; Sisters; Empowerment; Hans; Trolls; Snow Queen; Frozen Heart; Ice castle; True love; Fantasy; Disney princess; Disney animation; Magical kingdom; Frozen story; Elsa's powers; Anna's bravery; Frozen adventure; Disney classic; Frozen characters; Frozen songs; Elsa's journey; Anna's quest; Frozen fever; Frozen Ever After; Frozen merchandise; Frozen franchise; Kingdom of Arendelle; Frozen theme; Frozen mythology; Elsa's transformation; Disney musical; Frozen magic; Frozen fan base; Elsa's ice magic; Winter wonderland; Frozen movie; Frozen scenes; Frozen sisters; Heartwarming; Inspirational; Strong female leads; Frozen snowman; Frozen legacy; Frozen reindeer; Frozen world; Elsa's ice palace; Frozen friendship; Snowy landscapes; Disney Frozen; Frozen sequel; Iconic songs; Frozen dresses; Frozen toys; Frozen costumes; Frozen adventures; Frozen magic moments; Disney Frozen universe; Frozen journey; Elsa's song; Anna's determination; Frozen fairytale; Frozen visuals; Animated musical 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 From the pages of the Disney Frozen magazine to your bookshelf! A collection of classic comics collected together for the very first time.

Return to the world of Arendelle and reunite with Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven in a sparkling collection of Frozen adventures. Drawn from over a decade of stories originally published in Disney Frozen magazine—many collected here for the first time—these comics capture everything fans love about the franchise. From joyful celebrations in the castle to daring journeys across the kingdom, each tale is filled with heart, humor, and the powerful bond between sisters. A must-have keepsake for Frozen fans of every generation.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1a41aaff-8a1a-4308-a5bf-b4900023bf3d 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.798 lb 08 12.768 oz 08 361.97 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545828687 02 02 1545828687 03 9781545828687 14 19781545828684 15 9781545828687 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Dog Tag <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Dog Tag</TitleText> 01 263449481 1 A01 Mark Russell Russell, Mark Mark Russell God Is Disappointed in You, a modern re-telling of the Bible, The Flintstones, Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles (Winner of the 2019 GLAAD Award for Outstanding Comic), Not All Robots (Winner of the 2022 Eisner Award for Best Humor Comic), and Superman: Space Age, which tells the story of Superman and his loved ones, living against the backdrop of Cold War America. As far as he knows, all his books are still in print.]]> 2 A12 PJ Holden Holden, PJ PJ Holden 3 A47 JP Jordan Jordan, JP JP Jordan 4 A48 Buddy Beaudoin Beaudoin, Buddy Buddy Beaudoin Corvus is available now wherever you buy books.]]> Mark Russell 01 eng 144 00 144 03 CGN010030 WHC 2.1 10 CGN010000 10 CGN018000 20 war; war stories; wartime stories; WWII; World War II; World War Two; international conflict; historical fiction; historical; 20th century; 1940s; conflict; Japan; Japanese; Normandy; soldier; soldiers; civilians; heroism; toll of war; costs of war; battle; PTSD; trauma; life during war; wartime years; corporal; military; military service; dogs tags; army; war casualties; realities of war 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 Dog Tag is a journey through World War II that uses one soldier’s lived experience to confront the myth of glory in war and honor the quiet heroism of those who endured it as only writer Mark Russell and artist PJ Holden could tell it.

Dog Tag is a fictional story about a very real war. It follows the life and thoughts of Corporal Tom Fuller through the final year of World War II as his service takes him from the invasion of Normandy to the surrender of Japan. Borrowed from real world stories and little known events of the war, Dog Tag asks big questions about the war while focusing on the heroism of the ordinary people who lived and died during the conflict.]]> 13 02 God Is Disappointed in You, a modern re-telling of the Bible, The Flintstones, Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles (Winner of the 2019 GLAAD Award for Outstanding Comic), Not All Robots (Winner of the 2022 Eisner Award for Best Humor Comic), and Superman: Space Age, which tells the story of Superman and his loved ones, living against the backdrop of Cold War America. As far as he knows, all his books are still in print.

PJ Holden is a Northern Ireland based comic artist who has been working professionally for over two decades. After a career in IT, PJ switched over to his first love, drawing comics, and hasn't looked back since.

JP Jordan is a comic book colorist and writer from Ireland, known for working on such titles as VR Troopers, Star Trek, Gargoyles, and Power Rangers. He fell in love with storytelling and art at a young age, through the pages of Goosebumps, Matilda, Bone, Amazing Spider-Man and the lessons of beloved Irish cartoonist Don Conroy and the T.V. show Art Attack. He currently lives on a deer-filled mountain, and is sustained by books, a steady supply of chai and a healthy distrust of the existence of shoebills.

Buddy Beaudoin is a professional comic book letterer and writer living in upstate, NY. His clients include Mad Cave, DC, Dark Horse, Image, and others. His creator-owned comic Corvus is available now wherever you buy books.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3e2ed245-e7a9-4b43-84c0-b3fc00353392 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.374 lb 08 5.984 oz 08 169.64 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545829011 02 02 1545829012 03 9781545829011 14 19781545829018 15 9781545829011 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Flash Gordon Quarterly <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Flash Gordon Quarterly Vol. 3</TitleText> 01 263449571 1 A01 Jim Krieg Krieg, Jim Jim Krieg Green Lantern: The Animated Series. He had also written animated Scooby-Doo works and the 2000 animated web series Supermodels for Icebox alongside Dwayne McDuffie and Matt Wayne.]]> 2 A01 Molly Jones Jones, Molly Molly Jones The Hobbit.]]> 3 A01 Paul Cornell Cornell, Paul Paul Cornell Doctor Who fiction, being the creator of one of the Doctor's spin-off companions, Bernice Summerfield. Other British television dramas for which he has written include Robin Hood, Primeval, Casualty, Holby City, and Coronation Street. For American television, he has contributed an episode to the modern-day set Sherlock Holmes series Elementary. Cornell has also written for a number of British comics, as well as Marvel Comics and DC Comics in the United States, and has had six original novels published. He is one of only two people to be nominated for Hugo Awards in prose, comics, and TV.]]> 4 A01 Lizbeth Myles Myles, Lizbeth Lizbeth Myles Doctor Who, Blake’s 7, and Survivor ranges. Her story "Peake Season" was a Scribe Award nominee. She’s a three-time Hugo Award finalist, and can be heard on Hugo Award-nominated Verity! podcast, Telefantasy Time Jump, Hammer House of Podcast, and the ENNIE Award-winning How We Roll podcast (playing a French otter). Her latest work is a book on the politics of Doctor Who: Where We Stand, Where We Fall, out now from Herne Books.]]> 5 A01 Steve Orlando Orlando, Steve Steve Orlando 6 A01 Bill Masuku Masuku, Bill Bill Masuku 7 A01 Eliot Rahal Rahal, Eliot Eliot Rahal 8 A01 Sam Romesburg Romesburg, Sam Sam Romesburg 9 A01 Sam Freeman Freeman, Sam Sam Freeman 10 A12 Matt Horak Horak, Matt Matt Horak 11 A12 Georges Jeanty Jeanty, Georges Georges Jeanty 12 A12 Giorgio Pontrelli Pontrelli, Giorgio Giorgio Pontrelli Miskatonik (Aftershock), Dylan Dog (Bonelli) , and Last of the Gladiators (Dynamite).]]> 13 A12 Bill Masuku Masuku, Bill Bill Masuku 14 A12 Andrea Mutti Mutti, Andrea Andrea Mutti 15 A12 Rodrigo Vazquez Vazquez, Rodrigo Rodrigo Vazquez 16 A12 Alden Kaye Kaye, Alden Alden Kaye 17 A47 Lee Loughridge Loughridge, Lee Lee Loughridge 18 A47 Juancho! Juancho! Juancho! 19 A47 Emilio Lecce Lecce, Emilio Emilio Lecce 20 A47 Victor Medina Medina, Victor Victor Medina 21 A47 Valerio Alloro Alloro, Valerio Valerio Alloro Ham-Let, Hotel Rem, Top Secret Service, and Small Town Spirits. For the same publisher, in collaboration with Fantasy Flight Games, he provided the colors for Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time (issues 1–4). He later joined the team at Storm King Comics, contributing to works including Civilians, Tales of Science Fiction Vol. 9, Long Haul, and Dead Flowers. He also worked on the final graphic novel of the animated series Final Space, created by Olan Rogers, and contributed as colorist to Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories (#7 and Vol. 2: Scum and Villainy).]]> 22 A48 Dominique Arce Arce, Dominique Dominique Arce 23 A48 Steve Wands Wands, Steve Steve Wands Jim Krieg 01 eng 120 00 120 03 CGN018000 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004070 10 CGN004080 20 Retro; pulp; sci-fi; iconic; historic; epic; space; adventure; action; space opera; future; tech; technology; aliens; ray-gun; jetpack; flying car; spaceship; flash; ming; planets; explosion; explode; assassination; dale; rescue; good vs evil; hero; superhero; superheroes; heroes; supervillain; villain; team-up; journey; odyssey; modern; defenders of earth; planet death; Death Planet; multiverse; adaptation; past; origin; comic strip; newspaper; Flash Gordon; Dale Arden; Ming the Merciless; Mongo; planet Mongo; mystery; multigenre; multi genre; multi-genre; exploration; space exploration; prehistoric; dust bowl; Jim Krieg; Paul Cornell; Lizbeth Myles; Steve Orlando; Molly Jones; Bill Masuku; Eliot Rahal; Sam Romesburg; Sam Freeman; Matt Horak; Georges Jeanty; Giorgio Pontrelli; Andrea Mutti; Rodrigo Vazquez quarterly; quarterly collection 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 Flash Gordon Quarterly is an anthology series featuring fresh takes on the world of Flash Gordon and his supporting cast.

Superstar creators blast off to explore Flash Gordon’s legacy!

The star-studded anthology series continues with brand-new stories from new and established creators!

A classic tale of otherworldly exploration in “Mud in Your Eye” by three-time EMMY, WGA, EDGAR-nominated writer, producer, and showrunner Jim Krieg and veteran artist Matt Horak! An epic of prehistoric Flash and a monstrous Ming by Paul Cornell and Lizbeth Myles and artist Georges Jeanty! And Steve Orlando and Giorgio Pontrelli test the limits of Flash Gordon’s pure American heart in a story of dust bowls and delusions! There’s a Flash here for everyone.]]> 13 02 Green Lantern: The Animated Series. He had also written animated Scooby-Doo works and the 2000 animated web series Supermodels for Icebox alongside Dwayne McDuffie and Matt Wayne.

Molly Jones is a writer from the North of England with a passion for telling stories big and small. She has a big love of history, mystery, and collecting weird and wonderful copies of The Hobbit.

Paul Douglas Cornell (born 18 July 1967) is a British writer. He has worked in television drama and Doctor Who fiction, being the creator of one of the Doctor's spin-off companions, Bernice Summerfield. Other British television dramas for which he has written include Robin Hood, Primeval, Casualty, Holby City, and Coronation Street. For American television, he has contributed an episode to the modern-day set Sherlock Holmes series Elementary. Cornell has also written for a number of British comics, as well as Marvel Comics and DC Comics in the United States, and has had six original novels published. He is one of only two people to be nominated for Hugo Awards in prose, comics, and TV.

Lizbeth Myles is a Scottish writer and podcaster. She writes audio drama for Big Finish, and has contributed to their Doctor Who, Blake’s 7, and Survivor ranges. Her story "Peake Season" was a Scribe Award nominee. She’s a three-time Hugo Award finalist, and can be heard on Hugo Award-nominated Verity! podcast, Telefantasy Time Jump, Hammer House of Podcast, and the ENNIE Award-winning How We Roll podcast (playing a French otter). Her latest work is a book on the politics of Doctor Who: Where We Stand, Where We Fall, out now from Herne Books.

Steve Orlando is an American comic book writer, known for his work for DC Comics writing characters such as Batman, Martian Manhunter, and Wonder Woman, and two series starring Midnighter, which were nominated for a GLAAD Media Award.

Bill Masuku is an award-winning Zimbabwean comic book artist and writer, currently creating Runeless for Disney Hyperion through the Kugali Ink imprint while self-publishing Captain South Africa. His afromanga Tokoloshe Hunters was published by Etan Comics with a Kickstarter that attracted 485% of the funding. Masuku has worked as a storyboard artist for Triggerfish on a Netflix project and Disney x Kugali's 3-time Emmy Award-nominated animated series Iwájú. In 2022, Masuku was featured in Forbes Africa Under 30. Masuku was selected for the Creation Africa FOCUS in France, supported by the Institut Français, among 15 other comic book artists across Africa. He was selected as the British Council’s Design Futures Africa Storyteller for Zimbabwe, a project centred around sustainable development, the green future, and the informal economy. In 2020, Masuku was spotlighted as an up-and-coming artist during DC Comics’ global event DC Fandome.

Eliot Rahal (Hot Lunch Special, Bleed Them Dry, Madam Satan) is a New York Times-acclaimed writer best known for his work in comics and his collaborations with Last Podcast on the Left, Machine Gun Kelly, and Emily Hampshire.

Residing in Frederick, Maryland, Sam Romesburg is a relatively new writer excited to make his Mad Cave debut with Hound, co-written with writing partner Sam Freeman. Previously, Sam was the co-creator of the Scout Comics series Children of the Grave, the Sumerian Comics series One of Us is the Killer, and one shot Rock & Roll Hell with co-creator Ben Roberts. Outside of comics, Sam enjoys aggressive music, football, and spending time with his wife Louisa and 3-year-old son Jesse.

Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Sam Freeman is a co-writer of Hound with writing partner Sam Romesburg. Along with Hound, Sam’s work can be seen in Basic Instinct with Sumerian Comics. Beyond comics, Sam is a massive fan of the Coen Brothers, his fiancée Emma, and Al Green’s The Belle Album.

Matt Horak

Artist on Miskatonik (Aftershock), Dylan Dog (Bonelli) , and Last of the Gladiators (Dynamite).

Andrea Mutti began his career illustrating the superheroes comic 'DNAction' for Xenia Edizioni. He then illustrated horror comics for Fenix. He moved over to Star Comics, where he drew stories with 'Lazarus Ledd' and some episodes of 'Hammer'. Since then he's worked with DC/Vertigo, Marvel, Mad Cave Studios, and IDW.

Rodrigo is a self-taught cartoonist. He has been drawing since he can remember. At university, he studied audiovisual communication where he learned about narrative. During that time, he participated in several contests, winning several prizes. Once he finished at university he took a pre-production course in animation and his teacher signed him up for a studio where he dedicated himself to making storyboards, while he worked as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer. Recently, however, he has turned his attention to comics and managed to publish his first work, “Swip Tip Kapety Kaluse”, this was followed by “El misterio de la Calle Viento”, a local project to promote the city of Marbella, and “FONDO” a strange pirates story. This year, he published “Montemar”, an adaptation of a classic Spanish story, filled with adventure, romance, monsters, and ghosts.

Lee Loughridge is an Eisner and GLAAD-award winning comic book colorist who has worked for the biggest and best publishers in the business. He is notably the colorist for the 2024 Eisner award-winning comic book series SOMNA: A BEDTIME STORY, and is the creator of Image Comics’ hit new comic STANDSTILL.

Valerio Alloro is an Italian colorist and illustrator. He has worked with Dark Horse Comics on titles such as Ham-Let, Hotel Rem, Top Secret Service, and Small Town Spirits. For the same publisher, in collaboration with Fantasy Flight Games, he provided the colors for Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time (issues 1–4). He later joined the team at Storm King Comics, contributing to works including Civilians, Tales of Science Fiction Vol. 9, Long Haul, and Dead Flowers. He also worked on the final graphic novel of the animated series Final Space, created by Olan Rogers, and contributed as colorist to Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories (#7 and Vol. 2: Scum and Villainy).]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/45cf2fed-df6e-4a7a-8f86-b3e900382893 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.311 lb 08 4.976 oz 08 141.07 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545829172 02 02 1545829179 03 9781545829172 14 19781545829179 15 9781545829172 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Defenders Of The Earth <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Defenders of the Earth Omnibus</TitleText> 01 263449920 1 A01 Dan DiDio DiDio, Dan Dan DiDio 2 A12 Jim Calafiore Calafiore, Jim Jim Calafiore 3 A12 Alex Sanchez Sanchez, Alex Alex Sanchez Katana, Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica, and The Hulk. He's also has worked in the toy design industry and storyboarding.]]> 4 A47 Juancho! Juancho! Juancho! 5 A48 Carlos M. Mangual Mangual, Carlos M. Carlos M. Mangual Dan DiDio 01 eng 320 00 320 03 CGN004070 WHC 2.1 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004060 20 Flash Gordon; Rick Gordon; Dale Arden; Phantom; Jedda Walker; Mandrake the magician; Kshin; Lothar; LJ; Zuffy; Kro-Tan; Mongo; son; daughter; fathers and sons; parents; mother; father; parents; relationships; Ming the merciless; heroes; superhero; superheroes; supervillain; supervillains; villains; earth; high concept; mind control; post-war; greater good; morally gray; moral gray areas; difficult choices; hard choices; legacy; council of phantoms; generations; sci-fi; retro; future; resistance; mind swap; Black Panther; Wakanda; African Kingdom; futurism 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 The full collection of the modern reimagining of the classic animated series! Flash Gordon, The Phantom, Mandrake the Magician, and Lothar attempt to unite a fractured world against threats new and old.

Picking up with characters and storylines from the original series, the Defenders stage a multi-world hunt for the missing Dale Arden, The Phantom fights for his spot in the family legacy, and the younger generation--Rick, LJ, Jedda, and Kshin--take up their mentors' roles as both Earth and Mongo fracture in political chaos! All twelve issues written by Dan DiDio and drawn by celebrated artists J. Calafiore, Alex Sanchez, and more are collected here in a gorgeous, oversized collection.]]> 13 02
Jim Calafiore is an American comic book penciller and inker, known for his work on Marvel Comics' Exiles, and DC Comics' Aquaman.

Alex Sanchez is a New York City-based comic book artist and graduate of The Kubert School. Some of the companies he's worked for in the past include DC, Marvel, IDW, Darkhorse on titles such as Katana, Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica, and The Hulk. He's also has worked in the toy design industry and storyboarding.

Carlos M. Mangual is the founder and proprietor of Social Myth Studios and has been lettering comic books for over 15 years. His credits include work for publishers such as DC Comics, AfterShock Comics, Dynamite Entertainment, Mad Cave Studios, Zenescope Entertainment, Dark Horse Comics, and more. He currently lives in Clearwater, Florida.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1886261a-6e2f-46bc-9e83-b3fe003638a2 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1.365 lb 08 21.84 oz 08 619.15 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545830482 02 02 1545830487 03 9781545830482 14 19781545830489 15 9781545830482 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Pretty Hate Machine <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Pretty Hate Machine</TitleText> 01 263450551 1 A01 Ryan O'Nan O'Nan, Ryan Ryan O'Nan 2 A01 Tim Seeley Seeley, Tim Tim Seeley Grayson, Nightwing, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, G.I. Joe vs. Transformers, and New Exiles. He is also the co-creator of the Image Comics titles Hack/Slash and Revival.]]> 3 A12 Paolo Armitano Armitano, Paolo Paolo Armitano 4 A12 Hank La Marca La Marca, Hank Hank La Marca 5 A47 Roman Stevens Stevens, Roman Roman Stevens 6 A48 Dave Sharpe Sharpe, Dave Dave Sharpe Ryan O'Nan 01 eng 120 00 120 03 CGN004040 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004010 10 CGN013000 20 Hamlet; Hamlet retelling; Hamlet reimagining; Shakespeare; Shakespeare retelling; Shakespeare reimagining; classic retelling; classic reimagining; high school; high school drama; murder; dead father; dead dad; father's death; vengeance; revenge; death; dystopia; dystopian; paranoia; paranoid; demon; violence; violent; horror; mystery; murder mystery; sinister; conspiracy; slaughter; massacre; gory 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 A new graphic novel from Mad Cave Studios!

Thomas is in so much pain. As if high school wasn’t hard enough, when his father is killed in a freak accident, and his mother begins to take refuge in the company of his uncle, Thomas is visited by a ghoulish kid named Luther with knives for hands and rows of teeth like an ancient shark who tells Thomas his father was murdered and that anything his mother and uncle tell him is a lie. Thomas doesn’t know who or what to believe. Does he believe his friends, teachers, and mother, who tell him grief isn’t for the faint of heart, but it will pass? Or does he believe the demented Luther who pulls Thomas through a bloody whirlwind of conspiracies, vengeance, and slaughter, showing him the lies and corruption that surround him? Thomas must fight to discover the truth behind his father’s death, while struggling to keep his new friend from leaving a massacre in his wake. But that “truth” might be far more sinister than Thomas is prepared for…]]> 13 02
Tim Seeley is an American comic book artist and writer known for his work on books such as Grayson, Nightwing, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, G.I. Joe vs. Transformers, and New Exiles. He is also the co-creator of the Image Comics titles Hack/Slash and Revival.

Dave Sharpe is an artist and currently a letterer for various featured comic publishing companies within the industry. He graduated from the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art, Inc. in 1990, and immediately went to work at Marvel. As of 2009, Dave has been lettering for DC Comics on a number of titles currently: Green Lantern, Green Lantern War Journal, and ACTION COMICS! Dave also letters LOTS of other books and titles for various publishers. Dave plays bass guitar and is way more approachable than he looks.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8654d793-8175-4561-a0e8-b3e900383c35 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.311 lb 08 4.976 oz 08 141.07 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545831083 02 02 1545831084 03 9781545831083 14 19781545831080 15 9781545831083 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Terrorbytes <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Terrorbytes Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263450691 1 A01 Mark Russell Russell, Mark Mark Russell God Is Disappointed in You, a modern re-telling of the Bible, The Flintstones, Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles (Winner of the 2019 GLAAD Award for Outstanding Comic), Not All Robots (Winner of the 2022 Eisner Award for Best Humor Comic), and Superman: Space Age, which tells the story of Superman and his loved ones, living against the backdrop of Cold War America. As far as he knows, all his books are still in print.]]> 2 A01 Mark London London, Mark Mark London 3 A01 Joe Sieracki Sieracki, Joe Joe Sieracki A Letter to Jo published by Top Shelf, Ghosts of Science Past from Humanoids, and creator-owned series The Life and Death of the Brave Captain Suave. Joseph is currently writing and teaching in a suburb of Cleveland, where he resides with his wife and kids.]]> 4 A12 Juan Doe Doe, Juan Juan Doe 5 A12 Maxi Dallo Dallo, Maxi Maxi Dallo 6 A12 Angel Rams Rams, Angel Angel Rams 7 A47 Jason Wordie Wordie , Jason Jason Wordie 8 A47 Fran Gamboa Gamboa, Fran Fran Gamboa 9 A48 Carlos M. Mangual Mangual, Carlos M. Carlos M. Mangual Mark Russell 01 eng 120 00 120 03 CGN004070 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004040 10 CGN001000 20 horror; existential horror; techno horror; technology; tech; humanity and technology; humanity; digital; digital lives; social media; privacy; autonomy; data privacy; data; consciousness; reality; evolution; tech evolution; technology evolution; technological evolution; cautionary tale; costs of progress; costs of technology; identity; morality; ethics; The Twilight Zone; Twilight Zone; Outer Limits; Black Mirror; Department of Truth; Tales from the Loop; anthology; anthology series 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 In an age where technology intertwines seamlessly with our everyday lives, Terrorbytes delves deeper into the shadows of our digital existence, exploring the uncharted territories of human consciousness shaped by technological evolution. This new series pushes the boundaries of speculative fiction, presenting stories that challenge the very essence of identity, morality, and reality in a hyper-connected world.

Reality is breaking—and everyone’s online.

Terrorbytes returns with a bold new arc of standalone, genre-spanning horror and science fiction stories exploring the darkest consequences of modern technology, unchecked power, and the stories we tell ourselves to survive the future. From immersive alien simulations that trap their users between life and death, to personalized digital realities that rewrite truth, memory, and morality, each issue delivers a complete nightmare with a sharp human core.

This arc pushes Terrorbytes further into high-concept, thought-provoking terror—where social media, AI, surveillance, and virtual worlds become tools of obsession, control, and existential dread. Every chapter is accessible on its own, yet together they form a chilling mosaic of a world sliding sideways into something unrecognizable.

Smart, unsettling, and visually ambitious, Terrorbytes is horror for the algorithm age—where the scariest monsters aren’t hiding in the dark, but staring back at us from the screen.

One series. Infinite nightmares.]]> 13 02 God Is Disappointed in You, a modern re-telling of the Bible, The Flintstones, Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles (Winner of the 2019 GLAAD Award for Outstanding Comic), Not All Robots (Winner of the 2022 Eisner Award for Best Humor Comic), and Superman: Space Age, which tells the story of Superman and his loved ones, living against the backdrop of Cold War America. As far as he knows, all his books are still in print.

Mark London’s central focus is to provide a compelling experience through action-driven storytelling and immense world building. Everything he does at Mad Cave is the result of a commitment he made to his amazing wife to pursue his passion and follow his dreams. Always read the best comics first.

Joseph Sieracki was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He is the writer on A Letter to Jo published by Top Shelf, Ghosts of Science Past from Humanoids, and creator-owned series The Life and Death of the Brave Captain Suave. Joseph is currently writing and teaching in a suburb of Cleveland, where he resides with his wife and kids.

Juan Doe is a writer and artist with over 15 years experience in the comic book industry. He has produced hundreds of covers and over a dozen graphic novels for Marvel, DC, Image, Darkhorse, Image and Aftershock comics. Some of his sequential highlights include Strayed for Darkhorse, his first creator owned books, Bad Reception and Spectro, Brian Azzarello’s American Monster, World Reader with Jeff Loveness, Marguerite Bennett’s Animosity: The Rise, and Dark Ark by Cullen Bunn all for Aftershock comics. His current projects include the Two-Suns graphic novel with Carlos Giffoni for Rocketship Entertainment and art for Vanishing Point #1 and Terrorbytes #6 with Mark Russell and Mark London for Mad Cave Studios.

Maxi Dall’O is a comic book artist born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1993, and now living in Dallas, Texas. He got his start working on magazines like Heavy Metal, and over the years his art has appeared in both interior pages and covers for publishers including Image Comics, Mad Cave Studios, DSTLRY, Bad Idea, and The Lab Press.

Fran Gamboa is a Spanish colorist based in Malaga, working in comics since 2001. He has contributed to American publishers such as Image, Zenescope, and IDW Publishing, on titles including Star Trek, Grimm Fairy Tales of Terror, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. In France, he has collaborated with Delcourt on Le Capitaine Fracasse and Mages 13: Helios. In Spain, his work appears with Norma Editorial, Dibbuks, Planeta Cómic, and Karras Comics, on titles such as Hoy me ha pasado algo muy bestia (Something Very Beastly Happened to Me Today), Tambores (Drums), and Nancy in Hell. He is currently working with Mad Cave Studios on Honor and Curse, Exit City, and Terrorbytes.

Carlos M. Mangual is the founder and proprietor of Social Myth Studios and has been lettering comic books for over 15 years. His credits include work for publishers such as DC Comics, AfterShock Comics, Dynamite Entertainment, Mad Cave Studios, Zenescope Entertainment, Dark Horse Comics, and more. He currently lives in Clearwater, Florida.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1159ede5-d878-49d4-9174-b3fb003460ce 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 01 01 Mad Cave Studios SIMO864 Mad Cave Studios 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 10.125 in 01 257.18 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.311 lb 08 4.976 oz 08 141.07 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20261230 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20261230 9781545832059 02 02 1545832056 03 9781545832059 14 19781545832056 15 9781545832059 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Navigating with You 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Navigating With You Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263448611 1 A01 Jeremy Whitley Whitley, Jeremy Jeremy Whitley Navigating with You and creator of School for Extraterrestrial Girls, Princeless, and The Dog Knight. He is also well known for his acclaimed run on Marvel's Unstoppable Wasp and his fan-favorite stories in everything from Sea of Thieves to My Little Pony. Legend has it he's a fifth dan blackbelt in the art of friendship.]]> 2 A12 Felia Hanakata Hanakata, Felia Felia Hanakata 3 A47 Linden Cahill Cahill, Linden Linden Cahill Fate: The Winx Saga, Of Her Own Design, and King Arthur and the Knights of Justice.]]> 4 A48 Jodie Troutman Troutman, Jodie Jodie Troutman Lit Brick and The Gospel of Carol. Jodie currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, where she'll probably die in a desert and/or golf course.]]> Jeremy Whitley 01 eng 208 00 208 03 YAF010140 YF 2.1 10 YAF010170 10 YAF010180 20 Friendship; manga; anime; manga book club; book club; fandom; gay; queer; lgbtq; LGBT; LGBTQIA; cerebral palsy; lesbian; sapphic; wlw; romance; queer romance; wlw romance; girlfriends; slice of life; Durham; North Carolina; Miami; Florida; Southern; fans; community; books; tumblr; women; poc; family; road trip; romance; bookstore; Gabrielle; Gabby; Gabbie; Puerto Rican; Boricua; Puerto Rico; Mexican; Latina; Latinx; BIPOC; POC; WOC; people of color; women of color; queer women of color; surfer; surfing; loss; grief; death; disabled character; disabled protagonist; disability; disabled; differently abled; accessibility; New York; queens; relationships; costume; costume design; seamstress; DIY; cosplay; design; fashion; courage; brave; bravery; tomboy; rebellious; teen; rebel; Neesha; Nesha; self reliance; independent; activism; activist; community activist; disability activist; disability activism; new school; new kid at school; Navigator Nozomi; acceptance; understanding; love; searching; finding yourself; connection; joy; empathy; care; caring; sadness; heartbreak; My Little Pony; high school; junior year; senior year; long distance relationship; long distance love 93 YF 01 03 01 02 Can the love that blossomed in their junior year survive a senior year that's pulling them in different directions?

A month ago, Gabby Graciana and her family left Durham, North Carolina to return back to their lives in Miami, Florida. For Gabby, that meant leaving behind her girlfriend Neesha Sparks. But they swore to keep up the tradition that brought them together—their manga book club.

But not every manga can be the right one at the right time, and they find themselves flailing for a next book. They discover that their favorite mangaka is working with a studio to produce an anime of one of her other stories, so book club chats become anime watch parties. But that's not the only thing in their lives that is changing.

An ex from Gabby's past returns to her life in an unexpected way as Neesha, finally comfortable in her North Carolina town, rediscovers her passion for activism—and a new group of activist friends that she might have more in common with than her now long-distance girlfriend.]]> 13 02 Navigating with You and creator of School for Extraterrestrial Girls, Princeless, and The Dog Knight. He is also well known for his acclaimed run on Marvel's Unstoppable Wasp and his fan-favorite stories in everything from Sea of Thieves to My Little Pony. Legend has it he's a fifth dan blackbelt in the art of friendship.

Felia is an Indonesia-based illustrator. She went to Academy of Art University and completed her BFA in Illustration in Spring 2017. She has worked on many fulfilling creative projects ranging from educational, board books, picture books, to graphic novels. She thinks story-telling breathes life and colors into the world. When she is not making art, she usually reads, plays video games, watches movies and K-drama.

Linden Cahill is a freelance comic artist and tattoo artist currently residing in Brooklyn, NYC. Linden has colored comics like Fate: The Winx Saga, Of Her Own Design, and King Arthur and the Knights of Justice.

Jodie Troutman has lettered books for several publishers, among them DC Comics, IDW, Boom, Oni, Mad Cave, Bad Egg, and Scholastic Graphix. She's also spent over twenty years writing and drawing her own comics, notably Lit Brick and The Gospel of Carol. Jodie currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, where she'll probably die in a desert and/or golf course.

Cassio Ribeiro is a Brazilian comic creator and illustrator, who has worked on the comics "Iris Complex '' and "Sara Animals" as well as other independent titles, including Mad Cave Studios' Navigating with You.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1eebc1af-4dc8-4ddb-9b02-b3e900384b8e 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.41 lb 08 6.56 oz 08 185.97 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20261230 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20261230 9781545832547 02 02 1545832544 03 9781545832547 14 19781545832544 15 9781545832547 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback CMS Astronomical Research Team 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>CMS Astronomical Explorers Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 263443792 1 A01 NEKORI NEKORI NEKORI The Vanished Literature Society.]]> 2 A12 Alice Ma Ma, Alice Alice Ma CMS Astronomical Explorers, an original science-fiction comic series developed through the Hong Kong Arts Centre’s Comix Home Base initiative. Her work blends mystery, astronomy, and fantasy to explore the connections between everyday life and the wider universe. It is her debut long-form comics project.]]> 3 A12 NEKORI NEKORI NEKORI The Vanished Literature Society.]]> 4 B06 Book Buddy Media Book Buddy Media Book Buddy Media Alice Ma 01 eng 176 00 176 03 YAF010030 YF 2.1 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010150 20 Hong Kong observatory; Hong Kong; astronomer; astronomy; historical fiction; observatory; action adventure; mystery; intrigue; historical mystery; science fiction; scifi; sci-fi; manga; exploration; discovery 93 YF 01 03 01 02 A young astronomer and his two talented assistants investigate a mysterious stone pillar hidden within an old observatory—only to discover it may be an ancient astronomical instrument with secrets stretching back more than a century. CMS Astronomical Explorers blends real science, adventure, and imagination as history and the cosmos collide.

When a strange stone pillar is discovered at the Hong Kong Observatory, young astronomer Cen and his two assistants are assigned to investigate. Their search through old records and modern instruments uncovers an astonishing truth: the pillar isn’t just a relic—it’s an ancient astronomical device hiding a 150-year-old mystery!

Blending science, history, and adventure, CMS Astronomical Explorers launches readers into a cosmic puzzle where curiosity is the key to discovery.]]> 13 02 The Vanished Literature Society.

Alice Ma is a Hong Kong–based artist and storyteller whose work spans comics, visual narrative, and performance. A graduate of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Contemporary Dance and Choreography, she brings a strong sense of movement, atmosphere, and emotion to her creative projects. She is the creator of CMS Astronomical Explorers, an original science-fiction comic series developed through the Hong Kong Arts Centre’s Comix Home Base initiative. Her work blends mystery, astronomy, and fantasy to explore the connections between everyday life and the wider universe. It is her debut long-form comics project.

Developing graphic novels requires a combination of creative talent, experience, and workflow efficiency. Book Buddy has built more than 250 graphic novels for educational publishers and trade publishers. Our graphic novel team is passionate about the genre and can help bring your vision to life. We are also now producing manga for U.S. publishers, bringing this exciting format to readers across the U.S. Graphic novels and manga are among the fastest growing segments of publishing!]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2193e86f-3b78-4bab-a45a-b3fc00353dc0 01 Nakama Press SIMN049 Nakama Press 01 01 Nakama Press SIMN049 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7 in 01 177.8 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.206 lb 08 3.296 oz 08 93.44 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 24 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 02 22.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545834367 02 02 1545834369 03 9781545834367 14 19781545834364 15 9781545834367 11 BB Hardback Speed Racer Adventures 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263446358 1 A01 Franco Franco Franco 2 A12 Derek Charm Charm, Derek Derek Charm 3 A48 Dave Lentz Lentz, Dave Dave Lentz 01 eng 112 00 112 03 JUV008110 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 speed racer; race car; racecar; race car driver; driving; race car driving; cars; F1; Formula 1; Formula One; NASCAR; car race; go speed racer; Racer X; competition; competitive; competitive racing; racing; Franco; Derek Charm; action; adventure; action adventure; high speed racing 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 In the tradition of Flash Gordon Adventures and Tiny Titans, Speed Racer Adventures is a brand-new story aimed at young readers, introducing them to young versions of the famous classic characters.

A brand-new, all-terrain road rally race is about to begin, and Speed Racer is revved to the max! Pops and Sparky have a fresh set of upgrades on the Mach 5, turning it into an absolute beast on the track. Victory feels like a sure thing—until a GHOST materializes out of nowhere!

The terrifying PHANTOM DRIVER is haunting the racecourse, sending chills down the spines of anyone brave enough to compete. Determined to get to the bottom of this supernatural sabotage, Speed and Trixie charge into the mystery and attempt to catch the spooky speedster.

What starts as an adventure where they don’t even believe in ghosts to the realization that every clue points to a shocking revelation: the Phantom Driver might actually be RACER X!

Has Speed’s enigmatic rival truly become a ghost? If so, how—and why? Or is a cunning rival driver using the perfect disguise to take down Team Speed Racer once and for all?

Buckle up…this race just got supernaturally dangerous.

GO SPEED RACER, GO!]]> 13 02
Derek Charm is an Eisner Award winning comic artist, illustrator, and character designer for animation. He was the artist on several monthly comic runs, including Jughead and Jughead’s Time Police for Archie Comics, The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl for Marvel, and Star Wars Adventures for Lucasfilm/IDW. Outside of comics he has done work for Marc Jacobs, Pepsi, and DreamWorks Animation. He currently works as a Character Designer on Batman: Caped Crusader for Warner Bros Animation.

Comic letterer, graphic designer, and occasional artist and writer.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c5554afe-b357-4b17-a993-b4030043742b 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.5 in 03 12.7 mm 08 0.88 lb 08 14.08 oz 08 399.16 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 36 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545834374 02 02 1545834377 03 9781545834374 14 19781545834371 15 9781545834374 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Speed Racer Adventures 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Speed Racer Adventures Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263446358 1 A01 Franco Franco Franco 2 A12 Derek Charm Charm, Derek Derek Charm 3 A48 Dave Lentz Lentz, Dave Dave Lentz 01 eng 112 00 112 03 JUV008110 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 speed racer; race car; racecar; race car driver; driving; race car driving; cars; F1; Formula 1; Formula One; NASCAR; car race; go speed racer; Racer X; competition; competitive; competitive racing; racing; Franco; Derek Charm; action; adventure; action adventure; high speed racing 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 In the tradition of Flash Gordon Adventures and Tiny Titans, Speed Racer Adventures is a brand-new story aimed at young readers, introducing them to young versions of the famous classic characters.

A brand-new, all-terrain road rally race is about to begin, and Speed Racer is revved to the max! Pops and Sparky have a fresh set of upgrades on the Mach 5, turning it into an absolute beast on the track. Victory feels like a sure thing—until a GHOST materializes out of nowhere!

The terrifying PHANTOM DRIVER is haunting the racecourse, sending chills down the spines of anyone brave enough to compete. Determined to get to the bottom of this supernatural sabotage, Speed and Trixie charge into the mystery and attempt to catch the spooky speedster.

What starts as an adventure where they don’t even believe in ghosts to the realization that every clue points to a shocking revelation: the Phantom Driver might actually be RACER X!

Has Speed’s enigmatic rival truly become a ghost? If so, how—and why? Or is a cunning rival driver using the perfect disguise to take down Team Speed Racer once and for all?

Buckle up…this race just got supernaturally dangerous.

GO SPEED RACER, GO!]]> 13 02
Derek Charm is an Eisner Award winning comic artist, illustrator, and character designer for animation. He was the artist on several monthly comic runs, including Jughead and Jughead’s Time Police for Archie Comics, The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl for Marvel, and Star Wars Adventures for Lucasfilm/IDW. Outside of comics he has done work for Marc Jacobs, Pepsi, and DreamWorks Animation. He currently works as a Character Designer on Batman: Caped Crusader for Warner Bros Animation.

Comic letterer, graphic designer, and occasional artist and writer.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9e4792ea-a456-43ed-a680-b40300437861 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.3 in 03 7.62 mm 08 0.62 lb 08 9.92 oz 08 281.23 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20261230 56 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20261230 9781545834466 02 02 1545834466 03 9781545834466 14 19781545834463 15 9781545834466 11 BB Hardback Disney Storied Places <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Storied Places: Princesses</TitleText> 01 263446529 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 40 00 40 03 JUV008070 YF 2.1 10 JUV008080 10 JUV008030 20 Disney; Disney princess; Disney princesses; Princess Aurora; Aurora; Sleeping Beauty; Disney Sleeping Beauty; Disney's Sleeping Beauty; Belle; Beauty and the Beast; Disney Beauty and the Beast; Disney's Beauty and the Beast; Tiana; Princess Tiana; The Princess and the Frog; Princess and the Frog; Disney The Princess and the Frog; Disney Princess and the Frog; Disney's The Princess and the Frog; Disney's Princess and the Frog; Prince Philip; Prince Phillip; Beast; The Beast; Prince Naveen; Naveen; Flora; Fauna; Merryweather; Sleeping Beauty fairies; Gaston; Lumiere; Cogsworth; Mrs. Potts; Chip; Disney fairy tale; Disney fairytale; Disney fairytales; Disney fairy tales; Disney adaptation; magical; magic; princess; enchanted; enchanted castle; New Orleans; Tiana's Palace; cooking 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Discover untold adventures across the Disney Princess worlds as Aurora, Belle, and Tiana solve magical mysteries with kindness, courage, and the qualities that make each of them truly unique.

There’s always more to the story...

After so many years away from the castle, can the good fairies help Aurora navigate the halls to find a secret room?

Can Belle’s love of books influence everyone in Beast’s castle, or does it have the most effect on Gaston?

We know Tiana can cook, but can Tiana’s Palace enchant the most renowned food critic in New Orleans?

This comic anthology is full of adventures and mysteries starring the Disney Princesses, their friends and the places they call home. You’ll witness the Princesses doing what they do best: solving problems with kindness, confidence, and all the traits that make them unique!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2ba1cf08-ba92-4469-a60e-b4aa0024142f 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 19 in 01 482.6 mm 02 13 in 02 330.2 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 2.155 lb 08 34.48 oz 08 977.49 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545834503 02 02 1545834504 03 9781545834503 14 19781545834500 15 9781545834503 11 BB Hardback Phineas and Ferb Classic Comics Collection 8 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Phineas and Ferb Classic Comics Collection Vol. 8</TitleText> 01 263446571 1 A01 Scott Peterson Peterson, Scott Scott Peterson Scott Peterson 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008110 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 Phineas; Ferb; Disney; Animation; Comedy; Adventure; Inventions; Summer vacation; Candace; Perry the Platypus; Dr. Doofenshmirtz; Agent P; Isabella; Baljeet; Buford; Vanessa; Danville; Backyard; Catchphrases; Theme song; Rollercoaster; Time travel; Science; Creativity; Musical; Secret agent; Sibling rivalry; Friendship; Gadgets; Schemes; Humor; Phineas and Ferb songs; Fun; Summer fun; Family; Engineering; Teen drama; Supervillain; Love interest; Busting; Hideout; Major Monogram; Carl the Intern; Spy; Evil scientist; Pet platypus; Doofenshmirtz Evil Inc.; Tri-State Area; Innovation; Experiment; DIY projects; Parody; Hijinks; Cartoon; Kids show; Candace's crush; Summer adventures; Animated series; Disney Channel; Phineas and Ferb episodes; Phineas and Ferb movie; Gadgetry; Doofenshmirtz inventions; Phineas and Ferb theme; Secret identity; Plot twists; Catchy tunes; Fun characters; Phineas and Ferb creators; Backyard inventions; Smart humor; Running gags; End credits gag; Adventure time; Phineas and Ferb villains; Animation style; Summer break; Phineas and Ferb cast; Phineas and Ferb merchandise; Spy adventures; Doofenshmirtz schemes; Platypus secret agent 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Phineas and Ferb are back with even bigger summer adventures, outlandish inventions, and laugh-out-loud antics! This eighth volume collects classic comic stories in their original release order—many available in paperback for the very first time.

Summer vacation means unlimited possibilities for Phineas Flynn and his stepbrother Ferb! Every day, the inventive duo cook up wild new projects that stretch the limits of imagination—much to the frustration of their sister Candace, who never stops trying to expose them. No matter how close she gets, their antics always slip past unnoticed. Meanwhile, the family pet Perry the Platypus has his own mission: keeping the bumbling but persistent Dr. Doofenshmirtz from conquering the Tri-State Area. As Agent P, he’s always one step ahead, ready to foil another outrageous “inator” scheme.

Phineas and Ferb: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 8 gathers more of their laugh-out-loud comic escapades in their original release order—many appearing in paperback for the very first time!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/bdbda7aa-3100-4cdc-aa12-b4aa00241773 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.612 lb 08 9.792 oz 08 277.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545834510 02 02 1545834512 03 9781545834510 14 19781545834517 15 9781545834510 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Phineas and Ferb Classic Comics Collection 8 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Phineas and Ferb Classic Comics Collection Vol. 8</TitleText> 01 263446571 1 A01 Scott Peterson Peterson, Scott Scott Peterson Scott Peterson 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008110 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 Phineas; Ferb; Disney; Animation; Comedy; Adventure; Inventions; Summer vacation; Candace; Perry the Platypus; Dr. Doofenshmirtz; Agent P; Isabella; Baljeet; Buford; Vanessa; Danville; Backyard; Catchphrases; Theme song; Rollercoaster; Time travel; Science; Creativity; Musical; Secret agent; Sibling rivalry; Friendship; Gadgets; Schemes; Humor; Phineas and Ferb songs; Fun; Summer fun; Family; Engineering; Teen drama; Supervillain; Love interest; Busting; Hideout; Major Monogram; Carl the Intern; Spy; Evil scientist; Pet platypus; Doofenshmirtz Evil Inc.; Tri-State Area; Innovation; Experiment; DIY projects; Parody; Hijinks; Cartoon; Kids show; Candace's crush; Summer adventures; Animated series; Disney Channel; Phineas and Ferb episodes; Phineas and Ferb movie; Gadgetry; Doofenshmirtz inventions; Phineas and Ferb theme; Secret identity; Plot twists; Catchy tunes; Fun characters; Phineas and Ferb creators; Backyard inventions; Smart humor; Running gags; End credits gag; Adventure time; Phineas and Ferb villains; Animation style; Summer break; Phineas and Ferb cast; Phineas and Ferb merchandise; Spy adventures; Doofenshmirtz schemes; Platypus secret agent 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Phineas and Ferb are back with even bigger summer adventures, outlandish inventions, and laugh-out-loud antics! This eighth volume collects classic comic stories in their original release order—many available in paperback for the very first time.

Summer vacation means unlimited possibilities for Phineas Flynn and his stepbrother Ferb! Every day, the inventive duo cook up wild new projects that stretch the limits of imagination—much to the frustration of their sister Candace, who never stops trying to expose them. No matter how close she gets, their antics always slip past unnoticed. Meanwhile, the family pet Perry the Platypus has his own mission: keeping the bumbling but persistent Dr. Doofenshmirtz from conquering the Tri-State Area. As Agent P, he’s always one step ahead, ready to foil another outrageous “inator” scheme.

Phineas and Ferb: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 8 gathers more of their laugh-out-loud comic escapades in their original release order—many appearing in paperback for the very first time!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2b0f37a7-4498-4aba-82fc-b4aa00241ab1 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.181 lb 08 2.896 oz 08 82.1 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 24 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545834565 02 02 1545834563 03 9781545834565 14 19781545834562 15 9781545834565 11 BB Hardback Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Complete Collection</TitleText> 01 263446743 1 A01 Marguerite Bennett Bennett, Marguerite Marguerite Bennett New York Times-bestselling writer based in Los Angeles. Her work spans comic books, animation, graphic novels, screenwriting, short stories, and literary prose.]]> 2 A12 Bev Johnson Johnson, Bev Bev Johnson 3 A47 Bev Johnson Johnson, Bev Bev Johnson 4 A47 Abbey Paradis Paradis, Abbey Abbey Paradis Marguerite Bennett 01 eng 240 00 240 03 YAF010030 YF 2.1 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010040 20 Flash Gordon; reimagining; feminist; superhero; superheroes; science fiction; action; adventure; Dale Arden; Omnia; women superheroes; girl superheroes 93 YF 01 03 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 Sci-fi and fantasy merge in this girl-power reimagining of Flash Gordon! Focusing on teamwork, adventures, cute critters, heroes, monsters, and the journey of leadership!

In the distant future, voyager Dale Arden discovers a shooting star — containing a girl named FLASH GORDON, Savior of the Universe! But Flash has no memory of who she is, and together, she and Dale must uncover her past, save Dale’s family, and rescue the alien planet of Omnia from the clutches of the cruel Emperor Azimuth! Join the adventure of a lifetime in this gorgeous reimagining of the classic hero FLASH GORDON, written by NYT-bestseller Marguerite Bennett and illustrated by Bev Johnson!]]> 13 02 New York Times-bestselling writer based in Los Angeles. Her work spans comic books, animation, graphic novels, screenwriting, short stories, and literary prose.

Bev Johnson is a character designer & book illustrator in California.

Illustrator, comic artist, and colorist, and graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c6844211-d5cf-461a-91cc-b3e900386856 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.945 lb 08 15.12 oz 08 428.64 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545834572 02 02 1545834571 03 9781545834572 14 19781545834579 15 9781545834572 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Flash Gordon: The Girl from Infinity Complete Collection</TitleText> 01 263446743 1 A01 Marguerite Bennett Bennett, Marguerite Marguerite Bennett New York Times-bestselling writer based in Los Angeles. Her work spans comic books, animation, graphic novels, screenwriting, short stories, and literary prose.]]> 2 A12 Bev Johnson Johnson, Bev Bev Johnson 3 A47 Bev Johnson Johnson, Bev Bev Johnson 4 A47 Abbey Paradis Paradis, Abbey Abbey Paradis Marguerite Bennett 01 eng 240 00 240 03 YAF010030 YF 2.1 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010040 20 Flash Gordon; reimagining; feminist; superhero; superheroes; science fiction; action; adventure; Dale Arden; Omnia; women superheroes; girl superheroes 93 YF 01 03 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 Sci-fi and fantasy merge in this girl-power reimagining of Flash Gordon! Focusing on teamwork, adventures, cute critters, heroes, monsters, and the journey of leadership!

In the distant future, voyager Dale Arden discovers a shooting star — containing a girl named FLASH GORDON, Savior of the Universe! But Flash has no memory of who she is, and together, she and Dale must uncover her past, save Dale’s family, and rescue the alien planet of Omnia from the clutches of the cruel Emperor Azimuth! Join the adventure of a lifetime in this gorgeous reimagining of the classic hero FLASH GORDON, written by NYT-bestseller Marguerite Bennett and illustrated by Bev Johnson!]]> 13 02 New York Times-bestselling writer based in Los Angeles. Her work spans comic books, animation, graphic novels, screenwriting, short stories, and literary prose.

Bev Johnson is a character designer & book illustrator in California.

Illustrator, comic artist, and colorist, and graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b3358cd9-167d-4b53-a592-b3e900386c4e 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.501 lb 08 8.016 oz 08 227.25 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545835869 02 02 1545835861 03 9781545835869 14 19781545835866 15 9781545835869 11 BB Hardback Navigating with You 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Navigating With You Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263448611 1 A01 Jeremy Whitley Whitley, Jeremy Jeremy Whitley Navigating with You and creator of School for Extraterrestrial Girls, Princeless, and The Dog Knight. He is also well known for his acclaimed run on Marvel's Unstoppable Wasp and his fan-favorite stories in everything from Sea of Thieves to My Little Pony. Legend has it he's a fifth dan blackbelt in the art of friendship.]]> 2 A12 Felia Hanakata Hanakata, Felia Felia Hanakata 3 A47 Linden Cahill Cahill, Linden Linden Cahill Fate: The Winx Saga, Of Her Own Design, and King Arthur and the Knights of Justice.]]> 4 A48 Jodie Troutman Troutman, Jodie Jodie Troutman Lit Brick and The Gospel of Carol. Jodie currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, where she'll probably die in a desert and/or golf course.]]> Jeremy Whitley 01 eng 208 00 208 03 YAF010140 YF 2.1 10 YAF010170 10 YAF010180 20 Friendship; manga; anime; manga book club; book club; fandom; gay; queer; lgbtq; LGBT; LGBTQIA; cerebral palsy; lesbian; sapphic; wlw; romance; queer romance; wlw romance; girlfriends; slice of life; Durham; North Carolina; Miami; Florida; Southern; fans; community; books; tumblr; women; poc; family; road trip; romance; bookstore; Gabrielle; Gabby; Gabbie; Puerto Rican; Boricua; Puerto Rico; Mexican; Latina; Latinx; BIPOC; POC; WOC; people of color; women of color; queer women of color; surfer; surfing; loss; grief; death; disabled character; disabled protagonist; disability; disabled; differently abled; accessibility; New York; queens; relationships; costume; costume design; seamstress; DIY; cosplay; design; fashion; courage; brave; bravery; tomboy; rebellious; teen; rebel; Neesha; Nesha; self reliance; independent; activism; activist; community activist; disability activist; disability activism; new school; new kid at school; Navigator Nozomi; acceptance; understanding; love; searching; finding yourself; connection; joy; empathy; care; caring; sadness; heartbreak; My Little Pony; high school; junior year; senior year; long distance relationship; long distance love 93 YF 01 03 01 02 Can the love that blossomed in their junior year survive a senior year that's pulling them in different directions?

A month ago, Gabby Graciana and her family left Durham, North Carolina to return back to their lives in Miami, Florida. For Gabby, that meant leaving behind her girlfriend Neesha Sparks. But they swore to keep up the tradition that brought them together—their manga book club.

But not every manga can be the right one at the right time, and they find themselves flailing for a next book. They discover that their favorite mangaka is working with a studio to produce an anime of one of her other stories, so book club chats become anime watch parties. But that's not the only thing in their lives that is changing.

An ex from Gabby's past returns to her life in an unexpected way as Neesha, finally comfortable in her North Carolina town, rediscovers her passion for activism—and a new group of activist friends that she might have more in common with than her now long-distance girlfriend.]]> 13 02 Navigating with You and creator of School for Extraterrestrial Girls, Princeless, and The Dog Knight. He is also well known for his acclaimed run on Marvel's Unstoppable Wasp and his fan-favorite stories in everything from Sea of Thieves to My Little Pony. Legend has it he's a fifth dan blackbelt in the art of friendship.

Felia is an Indonesia-based illustrator. She went to Academy of Art University and completed her BFA in Illustration in Spring 2017. She has worked on many fulfilling creative projects ranging from educational, board books, picture books, to graphic novels. She thinks story-telling breathes life and colors into the world. When she is not making art, she usually reads, plays video games, watches movies and K-drama.

Linden Cahill is a freelance comic artist and tattoo artist currently residing in Brooklyn, NYC. Linden has colored comics like Fate: The Winx Saga, Of Her Own Design, and King Arthur and the Knights of Justice.

Jodie Troutman has lettered books for several publishers, among them DC Comics, IDW, Boom, Oni, Mad Cave, Bad Egg, and Scholastic Graphix. She's also spent over twenty years writing and drawing her own comics, notably Lit Brick and The Gospel of Carol. Jodie currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona, where she'll probably die in a desert and/or golf course.

Cassio Ribeiro is a Brazilian comic creator and illustrator, who has worked on the comics "Iris Complex '' and "Sara Animals" as well as other independent titles, including Mad Cave Studios' Navigating with You.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/82f4074e-96b8-4998-947f-b3e900387c39 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.821 lb 08 13.136 oz 08 372.4 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545836156 02 02 1545836159 03 9781545836156 14 19781545836153 15 9781545836156 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Fantasy</TitleText> 01 263449010 1 A01 Yoann Kavege Kavege, Yoann Yoann Kavege Fantasy and Moon Deer, from Bubble Editions.]]> 2 B06 Nanette McGuinness McGuinness, Nanette Nanette McGuinness 3 A48 Justin Birch Birch, Justin Justin Birch Yoann Kavege 01 eng 144 00 144 03 YAF010100 YF 2.1 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010090 20 2-in-1; 2 in 1; two in one; two stories in one; fantasy; fantasy graphic novel; fantasy graphic novels; crown princess; chosen one; gods; prophecy; oracle; ritual; giant; giantess; giants; action; adventure; action adventure; romance; quest; journey; epic quest; epic fantasy; adventure fantasy; two POV; high fantasy; high concept 93 YF 01 03 01 02 Two stories in one, with this high fantasy, high-concept epic!

One on a quest for vengeance, the other on a quest for love! Their destinies intertwine in Fantasy--a graphic novel with two perspectives, and two stories. For Alma, it's the big day: Chosen by the kingdom for the ritual of the bleeding of the gods, the crown princess will journey to the lands of the gods to slay one, and thus avenge an affront to humanity 500 years old. For Yourcenar, it's the big day: The Oracle finally predicted that she will encounter her beloved. But the young giantess soon realizes that her beloved is human...and thus begins a wait that will last one thousand years. What happens when these two worlds collide? Read Fantasy and find out--with each perspective starting on opposite sides of the book and meeting in the middle!]]> 13 02 Fantasy and Moon Deer, from Bubble Editions.

Nanette McGuinness is an American soprano and literary translator, and the host and producer of the podcast For Good Measure for Ensemble for These Times. She is also the co-founder of the Ensemble for These Times, and is a two-time silver medalist and 2018 gold medalist at the Global Music Awards.

Justin Birch is a Ringo Award-nominated letterer born and raised in the hills of West Virginia. Lettering comics since 2015, he is a member of the lettering studio AndWorld Design and has worked with AWA, Boom!, DC, Dark Horse, IDW, Image, Mad Cave Studios, and numerous indy publishers. Justin still lives in West Virginia, only now it’s with his loving wife, daughters, and their dog, Kirby.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c31d961d-bb76-448e-bcd8-b3fc00354f12 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.677 lb 08 10.832 oz 08 307.08 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545836163 02 02 1545836167 03 9781545836163 14 19781545836160 15 9781545836163 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Fantasy</TitleText> 01 263449010 1 A01 Yoann Kavege Kavege, Yoann Yoann Kavege Fantasy and Moon Deer, from Bubble Editions.]]> 2 B06 Nanette McGuinness McGuinness, Nanette Nanette McGuinness 3 A48 Justin Birch Birch, Justin Justin Birch Yoann Kavege 01 eng 144 00 144 03 YAF010100 YF 2.1 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010090 20 2-in-1; 2 in 1; two in one; two stories in one; fantasy; fantasy graphic novel; fantasy graphic novels; crown princess; chosen one; gods; prophecy; oracle; ritual; giant; giantess; giants; action; adventure; action adventure; romance; quest; journey; epic quest; epic fantasy; adventure fantasy; two POV; high fantasy; high concept 93 YF 01 03 01 02 Two stories in one, with this high fantasy, high-concept epic!

One on a quest for vengeance, the other on a quest for love! Their destinies intertwine in Fantasy--a graphic novel with two perspectives, and two stories. For Alma, it's the big day: Chosen by the kingdom for the ritual of the bleeding of the gods, the crown princess will journey to the lands of the gods to slay one, and thus avenge an affront to humanity 500 years old. For Yourcenar, it's the big day: The Oracle finally predicted that she will encounter her beloved. But the young giantess soon realizes that her beloved is human...and thus begins a wait that will last one thousand years. What happens when these two worlds collide? Read Fantasy and find out--with each perspective starting on opposite sides of the book and meeting in the middle!]]> 13 02 Fantasy and Moon Deer, from Bubble Editions.

Nanette McGuinness is an American soprano and literary translator, and the host and producer of the podcast For Good Measure for Ensemble for These Times. She is also the co-founder of the Ensemble for These Times, and is a two-time silver medalist and 2018 gold medalist at the Global Music Awards.

Justin Birch is a Ringo Award-nominated letterer born and raised in the hills of West Virginia. Lettering comics since 2015, he is a member of the lettering studio AndWorld Design and has worked with AWA, Boom!, DC, Dark Horse, IDW, Image, Mad Cave Studios, and numerous indy publishers. Justin still lives in West Virginia, only now it’s with his loving wife, daughters, and their dog, Kirby.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a4297907-a1b4-4fc1-81be-b3fc00355288 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.284 lb 08 4.544 oz 08 128.82 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20261230 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20261230 9781545836187 02 02 1545836183 03 9781545836187 14 19781545836184 15 9781545836187 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Heat of Fashion</TitleText> 01 263449099 1 A01 Lilah Sturges Sturges, Lilah Lilah Sturges CA 2 A12 Natalie Nardozza Nardozza, Natalie Natalie Nardozza Lilah Sturges 01 eng 152 00 152 03 YAF010170 YF 2.1 10 YAF010130 10 YAF010140 20 fashion; design; fashion design; fashion school; couture; clothing; clothing design; sewing; designer; designers; fashion designer; fashion designers; Manhattan; New York City; NYC; fashion week; project; senior project; finals; college finals; college senior project; romcom; rom com; romantic comedy; romance; romantic; love story; YA; young adult; queer; LGBTQIA+; LGBTQIA; LGBTQ; LGBT; dating; love; falling in love; miscommunication; maverick; avant garde fashion; innovation; art 93 YF 01 03 01 02 A queer-friendly YA romantic comedy in the fast-paced world of fashion school!

When Haring Arts and Design Magnet School royalty Ben Wilcox is assigned to work with maverick and outsider Annie Jacobs, he’s enthralled by her talent and her charms and does whatever it takes to get her to like him, including lying about his dating history. They fall in love while working on their final senior project, but when Annie discovers Ben’s lies, it doesn’t just damage their relationship: it threatens to sink their senior project as well!]]> 13 02
Natalie Nardozza is a Montreal-born comic artist and writer who graduated from Concordia University in Painting & Drawing. Some recent projects of hers have been in Archie Horror, DC and her own graphic novel series that she translates into vertical-style comics online. Her biggest inspiration has always been Barbie fashion and Sailor Moon. She loves drawing colourful illustrations and comic pages—but when she’s not drawing she’s buried her nose in a good book or video game with her dog at her side.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/afdf1945-1426-4f6e-928a-b3ff00345081 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.695 lb 08 11.12 oz 08 315.25 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545836194 02 02 1545836191 03 9781545836194 14 19781545836191 15 9781545836194 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Heat of Fashion</TitleText> 01 263449099 1 A01 Lilah Sturges Sturges, Lilah Lilah Sturges CA 2 A12 Natalie Nardozza Nardozza, Natalie Natalie Nardozza 3 A48 Rob Jones Jones, Rob Rob Jones Lilah Sturges 01 eng 152 00 152 03 YAF010170 YF 2.1 10 YAF010130 10 YAF010140 20 fashion; design; fashion design; fashion school; couture; clothing; clothing design; sewing; designer; designers; fashion designer; fashion designers; Manhattan; New York City; NYC; fashion week; project; senior project; finals; college finals; college senior project; romcom; rom com; romantic comedy; romance; romantic; love story; YA; young adult; queer; LGBTQIA+; LGBTQIA; LGBTQ; LGBT; dating; love; falling in love; miscommunication; maverick; avant garde fashion; innovation; art 93 YF 01 03 01 02 A queer-friendly YA romantic comedy in the fast-paced world of fashion school!

When Haring Arts and Design Magnet School royalty Ben Wilcox is assigned to work with maverick and outsider Annie Jacobs, he’s enthralled by her talent and her charms and does whatever it takes to get her to like him, including lying about his dating history. They fall in love while working on their final senior project, but when Annie discovers Ben’s lies, it doesn’t just damage their relationship: it threatens to sink their senior project as well!]]> 13 02
Natalie Nardozza is a Montreal-born comic artist and writer who graduated from Concordia University in Painting & Drawing. Some recent projects of hers have been in Archie Horror, DC and her own graphic novel series that she translates into vertical-style comics online. Her biggest inspiration has always been Barbie fashion and Sailor Moon. She loves drawing colourful illustrations and comic pages—but when she’s not drawing she’s buried her nose in a good book or video game with her dog at her side.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/37effa36-fa22-44e7-8285-b3ff00345312 01 Maverick SIMO865 Maverick 01 01 Maverick SIMO865 Mad Cave Studios 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.3 lb 08 4.8 oz 08 136.08 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 Mad Cave Studios AU 01 20270112 9781545836255 02 02 1545836256 03 9781545836255 14 19781545836252 15 9781545836255 11 BB Hardback Disney Pixar Classic Graphic Novels <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Pixar Classic Graphic Novel: Cars</TitleText> 01 263447593 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 64 00 64 03 JUV032230 YF 2.1 10 JUV041030 10 JUV008030 20 Cars; Disney Pixar Cars; Pixar Cars; Disney Cars; Disney's Cars; Disney Pixar's Cars; Lightning McQueen; racing; car racing; race car; racecar; NASCAR; Mater; Radiator Springs; Route 66; Sally; Doc Hudson; Piston cup; Disney movie; Disney film; Disney animation; Pixar film; Pixar movie; Pixar animation; trucks; cars and trucks; Disney adaptation; Kachow; movie graphic novel; kids movie graphic novel; driving; Life is a Highway 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Relive the magic of Disney Pixar’s Cars as Lightning McQueen’s race for glory takes an unexpected detour, teaching him that friendship, community, and heart matter more than any trophy.

Relive the magic of Disney Pixar Cars in this vibrant full-color graphic novel adaptation of the movie!

Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on the old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e2828967-7ca3-463e-87bd-b4900023c3b1 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.57 lb 08 9.12 oz 08 258.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836262 02 02 1545836264 03 9781545836262 14 19781545836269 15 9781545836262 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Disney Pixar Classic Graphic Novels <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Pixar Classic Graphic Novel: Cars</TitleText> 01 263447593 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 64 00 64 03 JUV032230 YF 2.1 10 JUV041030 10 JUV008030 20 Cars; Disney Pixar Cars; Pixar Cars; Disney Cars; Disney's Cars; Disney Pixar's Cars; Lightning McQueen; racing; car racing; race car; racecar; NASCAR; Mater; Radiator Springs; Route 66; Sally; Doc Hudson; Piston cup; Disney movie; Disney film; Disney animation; Pixar film; Pixar movie; Pixar animation; trucks; cars and trucks; Disney adaptation; Kachow; movie graphic novel; kids movie graphic novel; driving; Life is a Highway 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Relive the magic of Disney Pixar’s Cars as Lightning McQueen’s race for glory takes an unexpected detour, teaching him that friendship, community, and heart matter more than any trophy.

Relive the magic of Disney Pixar Cars in this vibrant full-color graphic novel adaptation of the movie!

Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on the old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f47bb35e-6077-40a0-9584-b4900023c89e 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.145 lb 08 2.32 oz 08 65.771 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 24 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836354 02 02 1545836353 03 9781545836354 14 19781545836351 15 9781545836354 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Mickey and Friends: Christmas Comics</TitleText> 01 263447903 1 A01 Chantel Pericoli Pericoli, Chantel Chantel Pericoli Chantel Pericoli 01 eng 160 00 160 03 JUV017010 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Disney; classic Disney; Disney Mickey; Mickey Mouse; Disney Mickey Mouse; Donald Duck; Disney Donald Duck; Huey; Dewey; Louie; Donald's nephews; Donald Duck nephews; Ducktales; Minnie Mouse; Daisy Duck; Goofy; Pluto; Pluto the dog; Scrooge McDuck; holidays; holiday; Christmas; holiday books; holiday graphic novels; holiday graphic novel; holiday book; Santa; funny; mischief; Santa's elves; Christmas dinner; 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Celebrate the holidays with Donald Duck and the nephews in a laugh-filled collection of standalone Christmas comics, where festive cheer, family chaos, and holiday hijinks collide.

Celebrate the season with a collection of standalone holiday tales featuring Donald Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie! From a chaotic Christmas dinner at the Money Bin to a full-blown Santa’s elves strike, these comic tales are packed with laughs, heart, and holiday mischief. Disney Christmas cheer with a twist!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a4cece6f-958a-4013-b323-b4a60023f64e 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11 in 01 279.4 mm 02 8.3 in 02 210.82 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1.28 lb 08 20.48 oz 08 580.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836361 02 02 1545836361 03 9781545836361 14 19781545836368 15 9781545836361 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Mickey and Friends: Christmas Comics</TitleText> 01 263447903 1 A01 Chantel Pericoli Pericoli, Chantel Chantel Pericoli Chantel Pericoli 01 eng 160 00 160 03 JUV017010 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Disney; classic Disney; Disney Mickey; Mickey Mouse; Disney Mickey Mouse; Donald Duck; Disney Donald Duck; Huey; Dewey; Louie; Donald's nephews; Donald Duck nephews; Ducktales; Minnie Mouse; Daisy Duck; Goofy; Pluto; Pluto the dog; Scrooge McDuck; holidays; holiday; Christmas; holiday books; holiday graphic novels; holiday graphic novel; holiday book; Santa; funny; mischief; Santa's elves; Christmas dinner; 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Celebrate the holidays with Donald Duck and the nephews in a laugh-filled collection of standalone Christmas comics, where festive cheer, family chaos, and holiday hijinks collide.

Celebrate the season with a collection of standalone holiday tales featuring Donald Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie! From a chaotic Christmas dinner at the Money Bin to a full-blown Santa’s elves strike, these comic tales are packed with laughs, heart, and holiday mischief. Disney Christmas cheer with a twist!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ca3d1716-abd0-4d80-8403-b4a60023fb63 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11 in 01 279.4 mm 02 8.3 in 02 210.82 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.565 lb 08 9.04 oz 08 256.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836415 02 02 1545836418 03 9781545836415 14 19781545836412 15 9781545836415 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Kim Possible: Classic Comic Collection</TitleText> 01 263448082 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008040 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Kim Possible; Ron Stoppable; Rufus; Rufus the naked mole rat; naked mole rat; Disney Kim Possible; Disney Channel; Disney's Kim Possible; spy; high school; high school drama; secret agent; saving the world; save the world; Dr. Drakken; Shego; supervillain; supervillains; superhero; cheerleader; cheerleading; millenial nostalgia; what's the sitch; Disney heroine; superspy; Disney Adventures; action; adventure 93 YF 01 02 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 A globe-trotting, action-packed collection of classic Kim Possible comic adventures brings the humor, heart, and heroics of saving the world—while still making it to homeroom—together in one must-have volume.

Jump back into action with Kim Possible, Ron Stoppable, and Rufus in this high-energy collection of classic comic adventures! For years, fans have thrilled to Kim’s globe-trotting missions and everyday heroics in the pages of Disney Adventures and other classic comics—now gathered together in book form, many for the first time ever. From battling supervillains to balancing school, friends, and saving the world, these stories capture the humor, heart, and unstoppable confidence that made Kim Possible a pop-culture icon. A must-have collection for fans old and new, and a standout addition to any Disney comics library.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/52766ca2-42e1-4525-bb31-b4900023ccc2 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.612 lb 08 9.792 oz 08 277.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836422 02 02 1545836426 03 9781545836422 14 19781545836429 15 9781545836422 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Kim Possible: Classic Comic Collection</TitleText> 01 263448082 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008040 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Kim Possible; Ron Stoppable; Rufus; Rufus the naked mole rat; naked mole rat; Disney Kim Possible; Disney Channel; Disney's Kim Possible; spy; high school; high school drama; secret agent; saving the world; save the world; Dr. Drakken; Shego; supervillain; supervillains; superhero; cheerleader; cheerleading; millenial nostalgia; what's the sitch; Disney heroine; superspy; Disney Adventures; action; adventure 93 YF 01 02 17 03 10 04 14 01 02 A globe-trotting, action-packed collection of classic Kim Possible comic adventures brings the humor, heart, and heroics of saving the world—while still making it to homeroom—together in one must-have volume.

Jump back into action with Kim Possible, Ron Stoppable, and Rufus in this high-energy collection of classic comic adventures! For years, fans have thrilled to Kim’s globe-trotting missions and everyday heroics in the pages of Disney Adventures and other classic comics—now gathered together in book form, many for the first time ever. From battling supervillains to balancing school, friends, and saving the world, these stories capture the humor, heart, and unstoppable confidence that made Kim Possible a pop-culture icon. A must-have collection for fans old and new, and a standout addition to any Disney comics library.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/41bd5a9b-41e3-49f9-9bf2-b4900023d0e7 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.181 lb 08 2.896 oz 08 82.1 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20261230 24 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20261230 9781545836545 02 02 154583654X 03 9781545836545 14 19781545836542 15 9781545836545 11 BB Hardback Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263448524 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 64 00 64 03 JUV040000 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 Toy Story 5; Toy Story; Woody; Buzz; Buzz Lightyear; Woody the cowboy; Jessie; Bullseye; Forky; Rex; Andy; Bonnie; toys; dolls; action figures; toys come to life; talking toys; Bo Peep; Trixie; aliens; LGM; Slinky; Slinky dog; Mr. Potato Head; Mrs. Potato Head; Mr Potato Head; Mrs Potato Head; Potato Head; Hamm; Barbie; Ken; Disney; Disney animation; Disney film; Disney movie; Pixar; Disney/Pixar; Disney Pixar; Pixar film; Pixar animation; Pixar movie; Toy Story 2; Toy Story 3; Toy Story 4; millennial; millennial nostalgia; Disney adaptation 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 A new graphic novel coming soon from Papercutz!

A new graphic novel coming soon from Papercutz!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9236c2ab-4324-4f25-a55c-b4aa00242aca 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.525 lb 08 8.4 oz 08 238.14 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836552 02 02 1545836558 03 9781545836552 14 19781545836559 15 9781545836552 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263448524 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 64 00 64 03 JUV040000 YF 2.1 10 JUV008040 10 JUV008030 20 Toy Story 5; Toy Story; Woody; Buzz; Buzz Lightyear; Woody the cowboy; Jessie; Bullseye; Forky; Rex; Andy; Bonnie; toys; dolls; action figures; toys come to life; talking toys; Bo Peep; Trixie; aliens; LGM; Slinky; Slinky dog; Mr. Potato Head; Mrs. Potato Head; Mr Potato Head; Mrs Potato Head; Potato Head; Hamm; Barbie; Ken; Disney; Disney animation; Disney film; Disney movie; Pixar; Disney/Pixar; Disney Pixar; Pixar film; Pixar animation; Pixar movie; Toy Story 2; Toy Story 3; Toy Story 4; millennial; millennial nostalgia; Disney adaptation 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 A new graphic novel coming soon from Papercutz!

A new graphic novel coming soon from Papercutz!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8424f3ca-b15e-4395-8387-b4aa00242e40 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.134 lb 08 2.144 oz 08 60.781 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 24 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781545836965 03 02 1545836965 03 9781545836965 14 19781545836962 15 9781545836965 11 BB Hardback Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 264995663 1 A01 The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group The Disney Comics Group 01 eng 96 00 96 03 JUV040000 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008030 20 Toy Story 5; Toy Story; Woody; Buzz; Buzz Lightyear; Woody the cowboy; Jessie; Bullseye; Forky; Rex; Andy; Bonnie; toys; dolls; action figures; toys come to life; talking toys; Bo Peep; Trixie; aliens; LGM; Slinky; Slinky dog; Mr. Potato Head; Mrs. Potato Head; Mr Potato Head; Mrs Potato Head; Potato Head; Hamm; Barbie; Ken; Disney; Disney animation; Disney film; Disney movie; Pixar; Disney/Pixar; Disney Pixar; Pixar film; Pixar animation; Pixar movie; Toy Story 2; Toy Story 3; Toy Story 4; millennial; millennial nostalgia; Disney adaptation 93 YF 01 02 17 03 7 04 12 01 02 Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 1 collects seven fan-favorite comic tales—newly re-lettered and remastered—from the long-running Disney Pixar Toy Story magazine, bringing these beloved adventures to print for a whole new generation of readers!

Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Andy’s toys are back with adventures that prove playtime never really ends! Whether they’re navigating toy-sized crises, exploring beyond the bedroom, or learning what it truly means to be there for one another, every story is packed with heart, humor, and larger-than-life imagination. From space ranger heroics to rootin’-tootin’ rescues, the gang always finds a way to save the day...usually before Andy gets home.

Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 1 collects seven fan-favorite comic tales—newly re-lettered and remastered—from the long-running Disney Pixar Toy Story magazine, bringing these beloved adventures to print for a whole new generation of readers!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/52ef3234-a2c9-44ea-af02-b4900023d519 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 01 01 Papercutz SIMO907 Papercutz 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.5 in 02 165.1 mm 03 0.5 in 03 12.7 mm 08 0.85 lb 08 13.6 oz 08 385.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 36 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Papercutz AU 01 20270112 9781637749302 02 02 1637749309 03 9781637749302 14 19781637749309 15 9781637749302 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Killer Story</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Truth Behind True Crime Television</Subtitle> 01 227490496 1 A01 Claire St. Amant St. Amant, Claire Claire St. Amant Claire St. Amant developed and produced crime stories for CBS News for nearly a decade. She is credited on over 20 episodes of 48 Hours, including murder-for-hire stings, cold case kidnappings, and an assassination attempt. In 2019, St. Amant began contributing to 60 Minutes with “The Ranger and the Serial Killer.” She built her unconventional career one story at a time, rising up through local media to national television and her own network podcast, Final Days on Earth with Claire St. Amant. A returned Peace Corps volunteer with eclectic tastes, she is always on the hunt for her next adventure.]]> 01 eng 368 00 368 03 TRU000000 10 PER010010 10 BIO025000 20 true crime gifts; true crime tv; murder books; true crime books; journalism; journalist memoir; investigative journalism; journalism memoir; 48 hours; 60 minutes; serial killers; crime books; crime memoirs; news memoirs; tv memoirs; behind the scenes; murder; assassinations; police shootings; 01 01 01 02 Follow a journalist and TV producer from 48 Hours and 60 Minutes as she carves out a career in the ruthless, knives-out world of true crime television . . . one killer story at a time.

Serial killers. Homicidal spouses. Sociopathic criminals. Claire St. Amant has met them all.

She spent nearly a decade in network television chasing the biggest true crime stories in the country, including the murder of Chris Kyle, plastic-surgeon-turned-murder-for-hire suspect Thomas Michael Dixon, the Parkland high school mass shooting, the disappearance of Christina Morris, and serial killer Samuel Little.

Bringing a true crime story to network television requires quick thinking and tenacious stamina, and in her debut memoir, Claire offers true crime fans a rare in-depth look from the other side of the yellow tape.

In Killer Story, readers will learn what it really takes to get these gripping cases on the air with insights such as:

How it feels to share space with a dead-eyed murderer

Which TV show has a reputation for “eating their young”

How reporters win over skeptical cops and reluctant lawyers

Why TV journalists are always racing against the clock—and competitor sabotage

What happens when a district attorney decides journalists have committed a felony

The unresolved crimes that still haunt Claire to this day

This eye-opening look behind the scenes of true crime television offers an unforgettable read—and a window into the daily reality of investigative journalism.]]> 13 02 Claire St. Amant developed and produced crime stories for CBS News for nearly a decade. She is credited on over 20 episodes of 48 Hours, including murder-for-hire stings, cold case kidnappings, and an assassination attempt. In 2019, St. Amant began contributing to 60 Minutes with “The Ranger and the Serial Killer.” She built her unconventional career one story at a time, rising up through local media to national television and her own network podcast, Final Days on Earth with Claire St. Amant. A returned Peace Corps volunteer with eclectic tastes, she is always on the hunt for her next adventure.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f759ac9b-81ac-45b5-af20-b35e0027ed47 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 01 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.769 lb 08 12.304 oz 08 348.81 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9781637749685 02 02 1637749686 03 9781637749685 14 19781637749682 15 9781637749685 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Everybody Sucks Sometimes</TitleText> <Subtitle>Coping with the Hard Stuff and Embracing Your Perfectly Messy Life </Subtitle> 01 262989295 1 A01 Erin Pash Pash, Erin Erin Pash Erin Pash is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience specializing in high-conflict families, attachment theory, and trauma-informed interventions. After founding and serving as CEO of Ellie Mental Health for 10 years, she now serves as chairwoman of the board, having grown the company from its Minnesota origins to more than 265 locations nationwide and counting.

Beyond her clinical and entrepreneurial work, Erin is an accomplished author, professional speaker, and thought leader who translates complex psychological concepts into accessible content. She holds a doctorate in business, a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy, and is recognized as a clinical supervisor and clinical fellow by both the Minnesota and American Associations for Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, she runs Pash Company, a social health start-up, and conducts international consulting work in healthcare. As a mother of six children, Erin balances her professional pursuits with community engagement, consulting on mental health legislation, and traveling with her family.]]> Erin Pash 01 eng 304 00 304 03 PSY036000 10 SEL016000 10 HEA010000 20 emotional dysregulation; emotional regulation; how to regulate emotions; mental health books; emotional health books; emotional health; emotional wellness; emotional wellbeing; stress management; anxiety management; burnout recovery books; how to cope with stress; how to cope with money stress; how to cope with difficult relationships; how to stop feeling stuck; coping skills; structural family therapy; experiential therapy; cognitive behavioral therapy; dialectical behavior therapy; solutions focused therapy; therapy books; therapy tools; how to get by; 01 01 01 02 When you accept that you’re inevitably going to suck sometimes, it gets easier to feel better most of the time.

Feeling tired, moody, stuck, irritable, or all of the above? That’s normal. Struggling to get out of bed before noon or constantly (even if quietly) complaining about your coworkers? Normal! Frustrated by your nonstop negative mindset? Yeah, that’s normal too. When you’re bombarded with emotions, it’s impossible to be your best self 100% of the time.

Everybody Sucks Sometimes is a modern mental health guide that shares fresh, realistic strategies for revamping negative mindsets in favor of clarity and contentment. Whether you’re dealing with burnout, anxiety, or the messy emotions caused by anything from family drama to money stress, this down-to-earth guide is here to remind you that none of these have to be setbacks in your well-being.

For anyone feeling worn down by emotional micromanagement, Ellie Mental Health founder and therapist Erin Pash offers a scaffold for emotional regulation and intelligence—so you can feel your emotions without letting them control you. Learn to:

Debunk popular mental health myths and oversimplifications

Identify the emotional ruts making your day-to-day problems worse

Recognize maladaptive habits and replace them with healthy coping mechanisms

Let go of perfectionism and practice “care without caring” by focusing on what matters most and accepting “good enough” for all the rest

Build healthy relationships through clear communication, and validate and empower others

With helpful exercises, practical solutions, and a good sense of humor, Everybody Sucks Sometimes is a pocket therapist designed to help you cope with bad days and life’s drama without losing your peace of mind.]]> 13 02 Erin Pash is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience specializing in high-conflict families, attachment theory, and trauma-informed interventions. After founding and serving as CEO of Ellie Mental Health for 10 years, she now serves as chairwoman of the board, having grown the company from its Minnesota origins to more than 265 locations nationwide and counting.

Beyond her clinical and entrepreneurial work, Erin is an accomplished author, professional speaker, and thought leader who translates complex psychological concepts into accessible content. She holds a doctorate in business, a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy, and is recognized as a clinical supervisor and clinical fellow by both the Minnesota and American Associations for Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, she runs Pash Company, a social health start-up, and conducts international consulting work in healthcare. As a mother of six children, Erin balances her professional pursuits with community engagement, consulting on mental health legislation, and traveling with her family.]]> 08 02 Everybody Sucks Sometimes takes a large issue and breaks it down into actionable, easy-to-understand steps to help acknowledge and attack the pressures of life. Emotional health is a journey, and this book serves as a great GPS guide that can help you ‘re-route’ when facing challenges . . . Erin is very knowledgeable, insightful, and motivational, providing real answers to real problems.”
—Tony Lee Peterson, chief photojournalist and multi-skilled journalist for CBS-WCCO Television

“Erin Pash writes the way the best therapists actually talk: no jargon, no judgment, just honesty with a sense of humor. Everybody Sucks Sometimes meets you in the mess and convinces you that’s exactly where the good work starts. It’s the rare self-help book that earns the word ‘help.’”
—Cameron Lee, head of partnerships and editor-in-chief at The Chalkboard

“Warm, direct, and refreshingly human, Everybody Sucks Sometimes turns the science of how our minds work into tools you can use the moment life gets hard. A reminder that we don’t have to be perfect to live well, just a little braver about being ourselves.”
—Danila De Stefano, CEO of UnoBravo

“With humor, heart, and an authentic therapist’s voice, Erin Pash offers a road map for understanding ourselves with more clarity and less shame. Everybody Sucks Sometimes helps readers make sense of their emotions, strengthen their resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with greater intention and self-compassion. It’s an encouraging reminder that being human is messy, and that’s not a problem to solve, but rather an invitation to grow.”
—Tina Payne Bryson, LCSW, PhD, New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline and founder of The Center for Connection

“Erin Pash does a masterful job of bridging therapy and brain science with the actual reality of leadership—the pressure, responsibility, hard decisions—and gives you practical tools you can use in real time. This is the work most humans avoid. It’s also the work that changes everything.”
—Jaime Taets, CEO and founder of Keystone Group International

“This book isn’t like therapy; it’s like having a best friend who’s a therapist. Erin’s clinically licensed candor cuts straight through the BS of self-help jargon to deliver practical, everyday ways to prioritize your mental health.”
—Paul Osincup, global keynote speaker and author of The Humor Habit

“Everybody Sucks Sometimes is the mental health book so many people need but may not know how to ask for. Erin Pash brings the rare combination of clinical wisdom, lived humanity, sharp humor, and deep compassion to a topic that is too often wrapped in shame . . . Honest, hilarious, practical, and profoundly relatable, Everybody Sucks Sometimes gives readers permission to be human and the tools to move forward with more clarity, self-compassion, and hope.”
—Heather R. Younger, JD, CSP®, author of The Art of Caring Leadership, The Art of Active Listening, and The Art of Self-Leadership]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/470a34df-13f5-444d-b5c4-b41e00240ea9 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 01 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.618 lb 08 9.888 oz 08 280.32 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9781638380801 02 02 1638380805 03 9781638380801 14 19781638380808 15 9781638380801 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ever After Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 273606792 1 A01 Ikuno Tajima Tajima, Ikuno Ikuno Tajima Ikuno Tajima is the Japanese manga creator of Ever After, an imaginative dark-fantasy series that explores what happens after classic fairy tales end. Tajima is known for intricate artwork, gothic atmosphere, and inventive reinterpretations of familiar stories.
]]> 01 eng 200 00 200 03 20 dark fantasy, fairy tale, manga, fairy tale retelling manga, Brothers Grimm inspired manga, ever after manga, gothic,graphic novel, josei fantasy manga, After Märchen English manga, After Märchen, Ikuno Tajima, English edition, After Marchen, Aloha Comics Ever After, ongoing, アフターメルヘン, 田島生野, 01 02 Ever wondered what comes after the so-called "Happily Ever After"? Brothers Jacob and Wilhelm don't have to: they make their living cleaning up the messes left behind by those whose fairytales didn't end quite where you were told.

From acclaimed manga creator Ikuno Tajima comes After Märchen, a hauntingly beautiful fantasy that reimagines the world beyond classic fairy tales.
]]> 13 02 Ikuno Tajima is the Japanese manga creator of Ever After, an imaginative dark-fantasy series that explores what happens after classic fairy tales end. Tajima is known for intricate artwork, gothic atmosphere, and inventive reinterpretations of familiar stories.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3576f0aa-96d7-43b8-9c83-b49100234d19 01 Aloha Comics SIMN745 Aloha Comics 01 01 Aloha Comics SIMN745 Aloha Comics 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.346 in 01 212 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Aloha Comics AU 01 20261230 9781638493839 02 02 1638493839 03 9781638493839 14 19781638493836 15 9781638493839 11 BB Hardback Ascend Online 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ascend Online, Book 1</TitleText> 01 262996551 1 A01 Luke Chmilenko Chmilenko, Luke Luke Chmilenko CA 01 eng 576 00 576 03 FIC129000 FA 2.1 10 FIC009120 10 FIC028100 20 LitRPG; Progression Fantasy; Science Fiction; Isekai Adventure; Games; Role-playing; GameLit LitRPG Adventure; Farmer; Farming; Agriculture;Gaming; Level-up; Cultivation Progression Fantasy; Fantasy Epic; Action and Adventure; Apocalypse RPG Action; Slice-of-Life; Horror; Dark Fantasy; Dark Academia; Magic Schools; Monsters; Dragons; Unicorns; Mythical Creatures; Multiverse; Cyberpunk Science Fiction; Cyberpunk; Role-playing & Fantasy Games; Sword & Sorcery Fantasy; Power Fantasy; Aethon Books 93 FB 01 01 01 02 It's time to be the hero you've always wanted to be. Marcus must evolve from a desperate novice into a powerful spellsword to survive in this foundational LitRPG action-fantasy adventure.

Marcus and his friends escape a stagnant society by entering a revolutionary virtual game world that defies their wildest imaginations. But from the moment he logs in, Marcus finds himself separated from his friends and thrown into a remote village under attack by a horde of goblins.

Forced into battle, Marcus rallies the beleaguered villagers and—with their help—manages to drive off the invading creatures. With the village in ruins and their supplies spoiled, the survivors desperately turn to Marcus for help rebuilding.

Realizing that this game is nothing like he's ever played before, Marcus is swept up into a whirlwind of adventure as he struggles to defend his new home, quickly finding that marauding goblins are the least of his problems.

He must master the blade. Command the arcane. And ascend.

Before titles like Dungeon Crawler Carl and He Who Fights with Monsters took the world by storm, ASCEND ONLINE stands the test of time as one of the founding books of the now-exploding LitRPG genre.

About the Series: Ascend Online follows the adventures of a group of friends that dive into a brand-new Virtual Reality Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game – a game unlike anything that they’ve ever played before, with high stakes as real as life and death. Features a deep magic system, crafting mechanics, survival elements, town building, power progression, and so much more.

For fans of: Ready Player One, Sword Art Online, World of Warcraft, Dungeon Crawler Carl, He Who Fights with Monsters, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Solo Leveling, Re:Zero

"The book hit my nostalgia buttons hard, and I can't wait to read the sequel." —Andrew Rowe, author of How to Defeat a Demon King in Ten Easy Steps and the Arcane Ascension series.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7ad5d9cc-bddd-45d8-9b88-b3ca00345c86 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 01 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.903 lb 08 30.448 oz 08 863.19 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 30 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 AETHON: Vault AU 01 20270112 9781638494027 02 02 1638494029 03 9781638494027 14 19781638494024 15 9781638494027 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Ironbound 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Bloody Sands (Ironbound, Book 3)</TitleText> 01 263002043 1 A01 Andrew Givler Givler, Andrew Andrew Givler
To learn more about him you can go to his website: andrewgivler.com
Social Media
Twitter: @Sigils
Instagram: @Sigils
TikTok: @GivReads
Book Youtube: @GivReads
Gaming YouTube: @Sigils]]> 01 eng 600 00 600 03 FIC009100 FA 2.1 10 FIC009020 10 FIC009140 20 Fantasy; Progression Fantasy; LitRPG; GameLit; Action & Adventure; Epic Fantasy; Military Fantasy; Swords; Sorcery; Hero; War; Elements; Revenge; Barbarian; Heroes; Wizard; Power; Conspiracy; Intrigue; Vengeance; Hero and Villain; Battle; Nobles; royalty 93 FB 01 01 01 02 “A captivating coming-of-age fantasy full of ingenious magic and military adventure!" —Sebastien de Castell, award-winning author of The Greatcoats.

The Ironbound will rise in Bloody Sands, the newest installment in the Ironbound series from sensational author, Andrew Givler!

Don't miss the third volume of this adrenaline-fueled Progression Fantasy Epic from Andrew Givler, bestselling author of Soul Fraud, and the creator of Sigils, a Youtube channel with 1.4+ Million Subscribers. It's Perfect for fans of Arcane Ascension, Red Rising, and Will of the Many.

]]> 13 02
To learn more about him you can go to his website: andrewgivler.com
Social Media
Twitter: @Sigils
Instagram: @Sigils
TikTok: @GivReads
Book Youtube: @GivReads
Gaming YouTube: @Sigils]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f412b706-9d2f-46f5-bb46-b3bd0034f337 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 01 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 1.053 lb 08 16.848 oz 08 477.63 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20270112 32 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 AETHON: Vault AU 01 20270112 9781638494119 02 02 1638494118 03 9781638494119 14 19781638494116 15 9781638494119 11 BB Hardback New Era Online 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>New Era Online, Book 1</TitleText> <Subtitle>Life Reset</Subtitle> 01 263016516 1 A01 Shemer Kuznits Kuznits, Shemer Shemer Kuznits
In 2016 he started writing his first novel: Life Reset which turned into a 6-book series with its grand finale published in 2021. Each book in the series became an Amazon bestseller.

In 2019 Shemer quit his day job as a software developer to become a full-time author and released his second series: Earth Force; a finished 3-books sci-fi series.

Biomancer series was next, following events occurring after the conclusion of Life Reset via a new protagonist.

As an avid gamer, a D&D dungeon master, and a Navy veteran, Shemer has a wealth of life experience to draw on for his writing. His books always include elements of kingdom/settlement development where the protagonist is forced to carve out a new place for themselves in the face of adversity.

Shemer spends his days writing and his nights fighting crime (well, mostly convincing his kids to go to bed, which is very similar).

Shemer also enjoys writing about himself in the third-person and hopes you find his work enjoyable.]]> 01 eng 736 00 736 03 FIC129000 FA 2.1 10 FIC028100 10 FIC009070 20 Dark LitRPG; Fantasy; science fiction; LitRPG; GameLit; system apocalypse; dungeon core; dark fantasy; post-apocalyptic; action & adventure; monsters; goblins; mythical creatures; 93 FB 01 01 01 02 Join Oren on a thrilling journey as he rises to the challenge of transforming the weakest of creatures into an unstoppable force in this addictive science fantasy LitRPG that helped define the genre.

Once a powerful player. Now, a level 1 monster. Oren must embrace that side to survive.

He was a dominant force in the bustling digital realm of NEO, commanding wealth, prestige, and high levels. But when fate deals him a cruel blow, trapping him in the body of a lowly goblin and depriving him of his ability to log out, Oren is forced to fight for survival.

Stripped of his immense powers and cast into a hostile, monster-ridden wilderness—with the constant risk of the game frying his nervous system—his only way out of the virtual purgatory is to win.

But it’s not easy starting from scratch as one of the weakest races. Preyed upon by both monsters and players alike, his only hope for allies lies with… other goblins.

A new era is beginning, and it belongs to the monsters.

Experience the thrill of watching Oren's quest to turn his level 1 fodder character into a boss monster powerhouse in LIFE RESET, Book 1 of the bestselling LitRPG series that helped create the genre as we know it today.

About the series: NEW ERA ONLINE features a monster main character who wields darkness-based magic. Includes heavy elements of town-building, raising a monster clan, magical crafting, mischievous AI, and contemplating the essence of life in a digital reality.

For fans of: World of Warcraft, Dungeon Crawler Carl, He Who Fights with Monsters, Solo Leveling, Re:Zero, Sword Art Online, Orcanomics, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, and Dungeons & Dragons.

PRAISE FOR LIFE RESET:

"If you love games like old school Warcraft and Command and Conquer, you are in for a real treat! I hope you enjoy just half as much as I did!" —Aleron Kong, author of The Land

"This is a great story. You'll love it if you like community building or town building stories." —Ramon Mejia, LitRPG Podcast

"This is a base building story done right: all of the difficulties of resource management, along with the great payoff of making an area truly yours. Great stuff!" —Dakota Krout, author of The Divine Dungeon]]> 13 02
In 2016 he started writing his first novel: Life Reset which turned into a 6-book series with its grand finale published in 2021. Each book in the series became an Amazon bestseller.

In 2019 Shemer quit his day job as a software developer to become a full-time author and released his second series: Earth Force; a finished 3-books sci-fi series.

Biomancer series was next, following events occurring after the conclusion of Life Reset via a new protagonist.

As an avid gamer, a D&D dungeon master, and a Navy veteran, Shemer has a wealth of life experience to draw on for his writing. His books always include elements of kingdom/settlement development where the protagonist is forced to carve out a new place for themselves in the face of adversity.

Shemer spends his days writing and his nights fighting crime (well, mostly convincing his kids to go to bed, which is very similar).

Shemer also enjoys writing about himself in the third-person and hopes you find his work enjoyable.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/04225e17-d748-4bd5-9613-b3bd00350503 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 01 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 2.086 lb 08 33.376 oz 08 946.19 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20270112 22 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 AETHON: Vault AU 01 20270112 9781638494249 02 02 163849424X 03 9781638494249 14 19781638494246 15 9781638494249 11 BB Hardback Unorthodox Farming 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Oh, Great! I Was Reincarnated as a Farmer (Unorthodox Farming, Book 1)</TitleText> 01 263004128 1 A01 Benjamin Kerei Kerei, Benjamin Benjamin Kerei
His stories don’t just chart power-ups and loot drops—they ask what it means to belong in a world you never asked to be part of. Whether he's conjuring cursed crops and reluctant heroes in Oh Great! I Was Reincarnated as a Farmer or unraveling undead antics in Death, Loot & Vampires, Kerei’s works stand out for their fusion of genre-savvy satire and heartfelt character arcs. Readers quickly discover that behind the punchlines lies a thoughtful meditation on identity, perseverance, and finding purpose in the absurd.]]> 01 eng 544 00 544 03 FIC129000 FA 2.1 10 FIC028120 10 FIC009080 20 LitRPG; Progression Fantasy; Humor; Humorous; Cultivation; Science Fiction; Isekai Adventure; Games; Role-playing; GameLit LitRPG Adventure; Farmer; Farming; Agriculture;Gaming; Level-up; Cultivation Progression Fantasy; Fantasy Epic; Action and Adventure; Apocalypse RPG Action; Slice-of-Life;Dark Fantasy; Monsters; Dragons; Unicorns; Mythical Creatures; Multiverse; Cyberpunk Science Fiction; Cyberpunk; Role-playing & Fantasy Games; Sword & Sorcery Fantasy; Power Fantasy; Aethon Books 93 FB 01 01 01 02 He wanted to be a Wizard. The universe gave him a hoe! Follow Arnold in this hilarious fantasy adventure as he stubbornly comes to grips with a new reality and tries to change his destiny from that of your typical farmer.

What do you have when you blend a pinch of LitRPG, a touch of farming simulator, a sprinkle of epic fantasy, a dash of Home Alone, and a whole cup of isekai?

You have Arnold Parker’s life.

Accidentally murdered by a cleric in another universe during a botched resurrection, Arnold, a semi-pro gamer, wakes upon an altar to find himself incarnated into the overweight body of a farmer who could have been his larger twin. He’s not the hero. He’s not the villain. He’s certainly not the chosen one. He’s just a clerical error.

It could be a bad joke, but apparently, it happens so often that there’s a standard procedure for returning clerical errors. So why doesn't it apply to Arnold?

Now, stuck on a new earth, in a new universe, with no way home, Arnold must use his gaming skills to figure out how to level his farmer class to 100 and gain a second class that doesn't make him want to beat his head against the wall. There’s just one more problem: farmers don't gain experience from killing monsters.

Arnold Parker is about to prove that with the right exploit, even a farmer can become a force of nature in this laugh-filled Fantasy LitRPG series with a title so long even we’d rather not type it here.

About the Series: Join a protagonist who uses his tactical background to break a rigid class system in an isekai LitRPG series featuring detailed base-building, slow-build power progression, sassy familiars, kooky scholars, a hero who just wants to get through his thresholds without picking up a hoe, and LOADS of humor and heart.

For fans of: Legends & Lattes; Bookshops & Bonedust; Brigands & Breadknives; That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, RE Zero, Wayward Children, Tiffany Aching, A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking, Farming Life in Another World.

"Benjamin Kerei knows how to make a great tale that keeps you stuck to the pages and laughing out loud throughout the night." —Michael Chatfield, international bestselling author]]> 13 02
His stories don’t just chart power-ups and loot drops—they ask what it means to belong in a world you never asked to be part of. Whether he's conjuring cursed crops and reluctant heroes in Oh Great! I Was Reincarnated as a Farmer or unraveling undead antics in Death, Loot & Vampires, Kerei’s works stand out for their fusion of genre-savvy satire and heartfelt character arcs. Readers quickly discover that behind the punchlines lies a thoughtful meditation on identity, perseverance, and finding purpose in the absurd.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4e5bc2fb-4f2d-4a23-ba63-b3bd00351b23 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 01 01 AETHON: Vault SIMN520 AETHON: Vault 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.852 lb 08 29.632 oz 08 840.05 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261116 20270112 30 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 AETHON: Vault AU 01 20270112 9781639811557 02 02 1639811559 03 9781639811557 14 19781639811554 15 9781639811557 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Knit 365 Stitch Dictionary</TitleText> <Subtitle>Learn a New Stitch Every Day of the Year</Subtitle> 01 265715559 1 A01 Jen Lucas Lucas, Jen Jen Lucas 01 eng 200 00 200 03 CRA015000 20 knitting patterns guide; knitting techniques book; yarn crafts; beginners knitting guide; advanced knitting skills; knitting reference book; step by step knitting; knitting glossary guide; learn to knit patterns; seasonal knitting projects; modern knitting designs; easy knitting ideas; knitting tutorials; yarn lover gift; creative knitting inspiration; knitting textures and patterns; craft books knitting; handmade textile crafts; knitting for all levels; wool crafts guide 93 WFBS1 01 01 01 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/97435f2f-f42b-4336-8aac-b43a00258302 01 Landauer Publishing SIMO896 Landauer Publishing 01 01 Landauer Publishing SIMO896 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 7.992 in 02 203 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 42.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781639811786 02 02 1639811788 03 9781639811786 14 19781639811783 15 9781639811786 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Knitting for Your Dog</TitleText> <Subtitle>24 Quick Designs to Style Your Precious Pup</Subtitle> 01 265715646 1 A01 Jil Eaton Eaton, Jil Jil Eaton 01 eng 152 00 152 03 CRA015000 20 Knitting; Knitwear; Needlework; dogs; pets 93 WFBS1 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0dd21ad0-e765-4557-a726-b40900240e6d 01 Landauer Publishing SIMO896 Landauer Publishing 01 01 Landauer Publishing SIMO896 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle 02 20270112 01 AU 01 7.992 in 01 203 mm 02 7.992 in 02 203 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 1 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 Fox Chapel and IMM Lifestyle AU 01 20270112 9781644284506 02 02 1644284502 03 9781644284506 14 19781644284503 15 9781644284506 11 BB B402 Hardback - Paper Over Boards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Cat Portraits</TitleText> 01 257695301 1 A13 Dave Nazworthy Nazworthy, Dave Dave Nazworthy Dave Nazworthy is a photographer whose work explores the varied identities and personas of our time. His photographs have appeared in Maxim, Stern, and Salon; his work has been exhibited in galleries worldwide. Several of his photos appear in the artwork of Richard Prince. In recent years, his focus has shifted to cat photography, where he specializes in portraits of cats and kittens of all types. He lives in Los Angeles with his cat, Doris.]]> 2 A23 Jesse Pearson Pearson, Jesse Jesse Pearson Jesse Pearson is a writer and editor based in Los Angeles. From 2002 to 2010, he was editor-in-chief of Vice magazine, and in 2013 he launched the magazine Apology. He has contributed writing and interviews to numerous publications including the Los Angeles Times, Playboy, GQ, and Departures magazine, and is the host of the Apology podcast.]]> 3 A19 Lunch Lydia Lunch was the primary instigator of the No Wave Movement, and the focal point of the Cinema of Transgression. A musician, writer, and photographer, she exposes the dark underbelly of passion confronting the lusty demons whose struggle for power and control forever stalk the periphery of our collective obsessions. She is the author of Paradoxia and Will Work For Drugs.]]> 01 eng 192 00 192 03 PHO013000 AB 2.1 10 PHO023000 10 PET003000 20 feline photography; pet photography; animal photography; cat lovers; cats; kittens; feline art; pet portraits; domestic cats; cat book; coffee table book; photography book; gift book; christmas gift for grandma; stocking stuffer; breeds; photography; professional photography; art book 93 AB 01 01 01 02 From formerly neglected cats to pampered companions, Cat Portraits captures felines in all their enigmatic glory.

Notable photographer Dave Nazworthy turns his lens from models and street life toward our most mysterious domestic partners, revealing their quirks, elegance, and unguarded moments with a blend of intimacy and humor.

These portraits aren’t just pictures of cats—they’re windows into their complex personalities. Whether regal, mischievous, aloof, or affectionate, each photograph reminds us why cats have fascinated humans for centuries. Shot with Nazworthy’s signature eye for detail and atmosphere, the images elevate everyday encounters into timeless studies of character.

Perfect for cat lovers, art enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the beauty in small gestures, Cat Portraits is both a celebration of the feline spirit and a meditation on the quiet companionship they bring into our lives.]]> 13 02 Dave Nazworthy is a photographer whose work explores the varied identities and personas of our time. His photographs have appeared in Maxim, Stern, and Salon; his work has been exhibited in galleries worldwide. Several of his photos appear in the artwork of Richard Prince. In recent years, his focus has shifted to cat photography, where he specializes in portraits of cats and kittens of all types. He lives in Los Angeles with his cat, Doris.

Jesse Pearson is a writer and editor based in Los Angeles. From 2002 to 2010, he was editor-in-chief of Vice magazine, and in 2013 he launched the magazine Apology. He has contributed writing and interviews to numerous publications including the Los Angeles Times, Playboy, GQ, and Departures magazine, and is the host of the Apology podcast.

Lydia Lunch was the primary instigator of the No Wave Movement, and the focal point of the Cinema of Transgression. A musician, writer, and photographer, she exposes the dark underbelly of passion confronting the lusty demons whose struggle for power and control forever stalk the periphery of our collective obsessions. She is the author of Paradoxia and Will Work For Drugs.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2509da73-5c9c-46cc-9bda-b40200360ed7 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 8 in 02 203.2 mm 08 0.972 lb 08 15.552 oz 08 440.89 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644284940 02 02 1644284944 03 9781644284940 14 19781644284947 15 9781644284940 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Silver Scream <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Silver Scream</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Silver Scream</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 253352995 1 A01 Roy Merkin Merkin, Roy Roy Merkin Roy Merkin is the Bayonet Award–winning journalist America trusts. Fearless, hard-charging, and unrelenting, Merkin stops at nothing to dig through the dirt, grime, and mud until he’s touched the deepest insides of a story. An expert in Criminology, Serial Killers, True Crime, and Podcasting, with a Bachelor of Arts in Disruption and Music Therapy, from the prestigious University of Farmington in Michigan, Merkin’s tenacious reporting on the Spencer Charnas case riveted viewers. He is the author of three other books, including Make-Up and Murder: The Colorful Kisses of the Lipstick Killer; Ghosts of the Appalachian Hill People; and The Devastation of Divorce.]]> 2 A01 Spencer Charnas Charnas, Spencer Spencer Charnas Spencer Charnas is the lead vocalist, songwriter, and creative force behind the horror-themed metal band Ice Nine Kills. Born and raised in Swampscott, Massachusetts, he combined his lifelong love of horror films and heavy music to create a uniquely theatrical style know as "theatricore."

As the mastermind behind The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood, Spencer transforms classic horror into sound and story, blending cinematic storytelling, metal energy, and dark humor. His work bridges the worlds of music and horror, earning him recognition as one of modern metal's most inventive and visionary artists.]]> 01 eng 160 00 160 03 FIC015000 FA 2.1 10 MUS019000 10 FIC015060 20 true crime fiction; horror novel; slasher horror; psychological thriller; metafiction; media satire; Spencer Charnas; heavy metal; metal band; satire; horror-themed metal core; ska punk; hard rock; technical death metal; celebrity book; music book; spoof; gag gift; horror fan; horror; Freddy vs. Jason; Michael Meyers; Scream; slasher; thriller; deathcore; horrorverse; journalism; celebrity; musician book; rock fiction 93 FB 01 01 01 02 They say it’s hard getting into the movies…try getting out!

The Silver Scream is a chilling mash-up of true crime, horror homage, and gonzo reportage, cutting to the bloody core of America’s most shocking pop-culture nightmare: Spencer Charnas, the rock star turned cinema-copycat killer.

Bayonet Award–winning journalist Roy Merkin reveals the grisly details through the lost journals of disgraced psychotherapist Dr. Ian Black, reconstructing the descent from fiction to fact as Charnas allegedly transformed classic slasher kills into real-life atrocities.

Part autopsy, part director’s “cut,” The Silver Scream is a razor-sharp excavation of obsession, violence, and the blurred line between art and murder.]]> 13 02 Roy Merkin is the Bayonet Award–winning journalist America trusts. Fearless, hard-charging, and unrelenting, Merkin stops at nothing to dig through the dirt, grime, and mud until he’s touched the deepest insides of a story. An expert in Criminology, Serial Killers, True Crime, and Podcasting, with a Bachelor of Arts in Disruption and Music Therapy, from the prestigious University of Farmington in Michigan, Merkin’s tenacious reporting on the Spencer Charnas case riveted viewers. He is the author of three other books, including Make-Up and Murder: The Colorful Kisses of the Lipstick Killer; Ghosts of the Appalachian Hill People; and The Devastation of Divorce.

Spencer Charnas is the lead vocalist, songwriter, and creative force behind the horror-themed metal band Ice Nine Kills. Born and raised in Swampscott, Massachusetts, he combined his lifelong love of horror films and heavy music to create a uniquely theatrical style know as "theatricore."

As the mastermind behind The Silver Scream 2: Welcome to Horrorwood, Spencer transforms classic horror into sound and story, blending cinematic storytelling, metal energy, and dark humor. His work bridges the worlds of music and horror, earning him recognition as one of modern metal's most inventive and visionary artists.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3420afd9-14f9-497e-87d6-b35400540f35 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7 in 01 177.8 mm 02 4.25 in 02 107.95 mm 08 0.289 lb 08 4.624 oz 08 131.09 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 30 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644285718 02 02 1644285711 03 9781644285718 14 19781644285715 15 9781644285718 11 BB B402 Hardback - Paper Over Boards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Lay Your A** Down and Shut the F*** Up</TitleText> 01 265407957 1 A01 Charlie Mac Mac, Charlie Charlie Mac Charlie Mac is a high-energy comedian, actor, and entertainerknown for commanding a room the moment he steps on stage. Blending sharp stand-up, fearless crowd work, and natural storytelling, he creates live experiences that feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. Whether he’s headlining a comedy club, hosting a packed event, or performing on camera, Charlie brings an authenticity that connects instantly with audiences.

As a stand-up comedian, Charlie Mac thrives in the moment. His comedy is rooted in real life, cultural insight, and quick wit—making every show feel tailor-made for the audience in front of him. No two sets are ever the same. His ability to read the room, pivot on the fly, and turn everyday moments into explosive laughter has made him a favorite for both live venues and viral clips.

Beyond the stage, Charlie Mac is a seasoned actor and on-camera personality, comfortable in scripted projects, sketches, hosting roles, and branded content. His natural charisma, expressive delivery, and strong point of view translate seamlessly from live performance to film, television, and digital media. Directors, producers, and brands value his ability to bring humor, relatability, and presence without losing authenticity.

At his core, Charlie Mac is an entertainer in the truest sense—someone who understands energy, timing, and connection. From comedy clubs and theaters to corporate events, private bookings, and media appearances, he delivers performances that are engaging, professional, and unforgettable.

]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 HUM000000 WH 2.1 10 HUM011000 10 FAM020000 20 Comedy, Childrens Books; comic; picture book; parenting; parent culture; raising kids; illustrated; adult humor; satire 93 WH 01 01 01 02 Equal parts therapy, confession, and comedic release, this book captures the universal experience of trying to get children to sleep when logic, reason, and hope have already clocked out.

In Lay Your A Down and Shut the F*** Up, Charlie Mac once again subverts the traditional picture book, pairing bright, gentle illustrations with brutally candid comedy about sleep deprivation, parental burnout, and nighttime chaos. The result is a razor-sharp satire of modern parenting—where exhaustion, love, frustration, and profanity collide.

A perfect companion to Man, F* Them Kids, this sequel proves that bedtime is where sanity goes to die—and humor is the only thing that saves it.]]> 13 02 Charlie Mac is a high-energy comedian, actor, and entertainerknown for commanding a room the moment he steps on stage. Blending sharp stand-up, fearless crowd work, and natural storytelling, he creates live experiences that feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. Whether he’s headlining a comedy club, hosting a packed event, or performing on camera, Charlie brings an authenticity that connects instantly with audiences.

As a stand-up comedian, Charlie Mac thrives in the moment. His comedy is rooted in real life, cultural insight, and quick wit—making every show feel tailor-made for the audience in front of him. No two sets are ever the same. His ability to read the room, pivot on the fly, and turn everyday moments into explosive laughter has made him a favorite for both live venues and viral clips.

Beyond the stage, Charlie Mac is a seasoned actor and on-camera personality, comfortable in scripted projects, sketches, hosting roles, and branded content. His natural charisma, expressive delivery, and strong point of view translate seamlessly from live performance to film, television, and digital media. Directors, producers, and brands value his ability to bring humor, relatability, and presence without losing authenticity.

At his core, Charlie Mac is an entertainer in the truest sense—someone who understands energy, timing, and connection. From comedy clubs and theaters to corporate events, private bookings, and media appearances, he delivers performances that are engaging, professional, and unforgettable.]]> 08 02 Kill Tony 08 02 Lyndseydotw, author of Monsters in My Bedroom 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/cd791730-419d-4391-9829-b3ed0035fe3a 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 5 in 01 127 mm 02 8 in 02 203.2 mm 08 0.05 lb 08 0.8 oz 08 22.68 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 48 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644285725 02 02 164428572X 03 9781644285725 14 19781644285722 15 9781644285725 11 BB B402 Hardback - Paper Over Boards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Because I Fuckin Said So</TitleText> 01 265408262 1 A01 Charlie Mac Mac, Charlie Charlie Mac Charlie Mac is a high-energy comedian, actor, and entertainerknown for commanding a room the moment he steps on stage. Blending sharp stand-up, fearless crowd work, and natural storytelling, he creates live experiences that feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. Whether he’s headlining a comedy club, hosting a packed event, or performing on camera, Charlie brings an authenticity that connects instantly with audiences.

As a stand-up comedian, Charlie Mac thrives in the moment. His comedy is rooted in real life, cultural insight, and quick wit—making every show feel tailor-made for the audience in front of him. No two sets are ever the same. His ability to read the room, pivot on the fly, and turn everyday moments into explosive laughter has made him a favorite for both live venues and viral clips.

Beyond the stage, Charlie Mac is a seasoned actor and on-camera personality, comfortable in scripted projects, sketches, hosting roles, and branded content. His natural charisma, expressive delivery, and strong point of view translate seamlessly from live performance to film, television, and digital media. Directors, producers, and brands value his ability to bring humor, relatability, and presence without losing authenticity.

At his core, Charlie Mac is an entertainer in the truest sense—someone who understands energy, timing, and connection. From comedy clubs and theaters to corporate events, private bookings, and media appearances, he delivers performances that are engaging, professional, and unforgettable.

]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 HUM000000 WH 2.1 10 HUM011000 10 FAM020000 20 Comedy, Childrens Books; comic; picture book; parenting; parent culture; raising kids; illustrated; adult humor; satire 93 WH 01 01 01 02 Equal parts comedy, therapy, and cultural critique, Because I Fuckin Said So is for adults who love their kids deeply—but love silence, order, and sanity just a little more.

In Because I Fuckin Said So, Charlie Mac once again flips the picture-book format on its head, pairing bright, cheerful illustrations with brutally candid humor about authority, discipline, and emotional exhaustion. The result is a razor-sharp satire of modern parenting, where every simple request spirals into debate, negotiation, and philosophical inquiry.

This third installment in Mac’s viral trilogy explores the moment every parent reaches: the end of explanations, the collapse of patience, and the sacred declaration of absolute authority.]]> 13 02 Charlie Mac is a high-energy comedian, actor, and entertainerknown for commanding a room the moment he steps on stage. Blending sharp stand-up, fearless crowd work, and natural storytelling, he creates live experiences that feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. Whether he’s headlining a comedy club, hosting a packed event, or performing on camera, Charlie brings an authenticity that connects instantly with audiences.

As a stand-up comedian, Charlie Mac thrives in the moment. His comedy is rooted in real life, cultural insight, and quick wit—making every show feel tailor-made for the audience in front of him. No two sets are ever the same. His ability to read the room, pivot on the fly, and turn everyday moments into explosive laughter has made him a favorite for both live venues and viral clips.

Beyond the stage, Charlie Mac is a seasoned actor and on-camera personality, comfortable in scripted projects, sketches, hosting roles, and branded content. His natural charisma, expressive delivery, and strong point of view translate seamlessly from live performance to film, television, and digital media. Directors, producers, and brands value his ability to bring humor, relatability, and presence without losing authenticity.

At his core, Charlie Mac is an entertainer in the truest sense—someone who understands energy, timing, and connection. From comedy clubs and theaters to corporate events, private bookings, and media appearances, he delivers performances that are engaging, professional, and unforgettable.]]> 08 02 Kill Tony 08 02 Lyndseydotw, author of Monsters in My Bedroom 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5ab27759-ca0c-4161-9eaf-b3ed00360157 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.05 lb 08 0.8 oz 08 22.68 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 48 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644285817 02 02 1644285819 03 9781644285817 14 19781644285814 15 9781644285817 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>He's Gotta Go</TitleText> 01 265376307 1 A01 Marilee Albert Albert, Marilee Marilee Albert Marilee Albert studied philosophy at Yale before moving to Europe to work in the film business. These days, between TV and movie scripts, Marilee is a busy mother to two teen boys and a spirited Boston Terrier, and has recently started a nonprofit, OneVillageGreen, which promotes mental health and wellness in American kids and communities. Her favorite job in the film business will always be her first: as her favorite director’s philosophy tutor. The Tutor is her first novel.]]> Paperback Original 01 eng 280 00 280 03 FIC031100 FA 2.1 10 FIC022040 10 FIC044000 20 Domestic thriller; Los Angeles fiction; dark comedy; Gone Girl; The Woman in the Window; wealth; motherhood; money; women's fiction; OneVillageGreen; Hollywood novel 93 FB 01 01 01 02 He's Gotta Go is a wickedly intelligent domestic thriller about marriage, money, and the fantasies we nurture just to survive another school pickup line.

Nina Simmons is drowning-financially, emotionally, existentially. Trapped in a crumbling marriage to a passive husband, raising two struggling daughters, and caring for a deteriorating mother-in-law in the suffocating perfection of Hidden Hills, Nina's life has become an endless loop of sacrifice, resentment, and quiet despair. As the bills pile up and the illusion of security evaporates, a single thought begins to steady her nerves and sharpen her focus: He's gotta go.

What begins as a private mantra evolves into something far more dangerous. Nina is smart, observant, and meticulous-and she has learned a great deal from true-crime documentaries about how people get caught. If she's going to do this, she intends to do it perfectly.

But Nina isn't the only woman harboring secrets. As the novel unfolds through the intersecting lives of Nina, a glamorous new neighbor with a flawless façade, a private investigator on the verge of escape from corporate purgatory, and an artist whose self-destructive appetites are catching up with her, He's Gotta Go becomes a taut, multi-voiced examination of power, desire, and the quiet violence embedded in modern domestic life.

Darkly comic, sharply observed, and unsettlingly plausible, He's Gotta Go skewers wealth, marriage, motherhood, and the myths women are told about endurance and gratitude. Marilee Albert delivers a fearless, satirical thriller that asks an uncomfortable question: when survival itself feels criminal, how far would you go to reclaim your life?]]> 13 02 Marilee Albert studied philosophy at Yale before moving to Europe to work in the film business. These days, between TV and movie scripts, Marilee is a busy mother to two teen boys and a spirited Boston Terrier, and has recently started a nonprofit, OneVillageGreen, which promotes mental health and wellness in American kids and communities. Her favorite job in the film business will always be her first: as her favorite director’s philosophy tutor. The Tutor is her first novel.]]> 08 02 Lauren Frances, bestselling author of Dating Mating and Manhandling: The Ornithological Guide to Men on The Tutor 08 02 The Tutor is an astonishing first novel. Marilee Albert puts us in the shoes of a sexually awakening 21 year-old Yale philosophy major and ferries us from New Haven to Rome, meeting colorful characters along the way. So many trysts and turns, dollops Kant and Heidegger, we even get a peek behind the scenes of an iconic Hollywood mob movie shoot where our heroine tutors a famous director and learns even more in the process. Super smart, super sexy—a must read!”]]> Dottie Dartland Zicklin, Executive Producer, Younger on The Tutor 08 02 The Tutor. It’s an education in itself on how showbiz works, and you will be very, very surprised.”]]> William Stadiem, author of Marilyn Monroe Confidential, Mr. S, and Jet Set on The Tutor 08 02 The Tutor, is a charmingly lusty, hilariously funny, page-turner. This first-time novelist is clearly gifted. I can’t wait for more."

]]> Jamie Rose, actress, author of Shut Up and Dance! on The Tutor 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/17a4a222-c295-40b0-8dda-b402003611a1 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.506 lb 08 8.096 oz 08 229.52 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 42.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 02 52.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644285855 02 02 1644285851 03 9781644285855 14 19781644285852 15 9781644285855 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Big Chihuahua</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Big Chihuahua</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 265397505 1 A01 Daniel Ben-Horin Ben-Horin, Daniel Daniel Ben-Horin Daniel Ben-Horin made his literary debut as editor of the Fountain Pen literary magazine of McBurney Junior High School in New York in 1960, but detoured in favor of a career as a journalist, early online flaneur, and social entrepreneur. He has written nonfiction for The New York Times, Mother Jones, The Nation, and other periodicals. His debut novel, Substantial Justice, was released in 2020. He attended Bronx Science and the University of Chicago, was fired by the Arizona Republic, edited the Arizona New Times, organized tenants and media workers in San Francisco and built, over the course of thirty years, a global nonprofit called TechSoup. ]]> 01 eng 240 00 240 03 FIC052000 FA 2.1 10 FIC043000 10 FIC037000 20 Substantial Justice; TechSoup; Gary Shteyngart; Jennifer Egan; Nathan Hill; Literary Fiction; Satire; coming of age novel; humor; American dysfunction; Mother Jones; The New York Times; book club book; literary novel; literature; heartbreaking novel; cross-genre 93 FB 01 01 01 02 For readers of Gary Shteyngart, Jennifer Egan, Nathan Hill, and Gabrielle Zevin—a literary novel with bite, heart, humor, and a voice all its own.

San Francisco, the late 1990s. The internet is minting millionaires, Critical Mass is clogging the streets, and the hype sounds a lot like today's. Enter Joe Hart—former revolutionary, current hustler, lousy father. When Joe bets his daughter Emma's fortune on an insider stock tip, he sets in motion a story of schemers and dreamers, artists and avengers, in a city on the brink of everything.

Emma—sharp, funny, and quietly fierce—finds her true family among the city's troublemakers: a Polish performance artist with dynamite in her heart, a former revolutionary teaching women the art of the counterstrike, and a Vietnam bomb-defuser who's seen this movie before.

Social history with a grin, a fairy tale with teeth, and pure pleasure page to page, The Big Chihuahua is a book to root for, full of characters you'll hate to leave.]]> 13 02 Daniel Ben-Horin made his literary debut as editor of the Fountain Pen literary magazine of McBurney Junior High School in New York in 1960, but detoured in favor of a career as a journalist, early online flaneur, and social entrepreneur. He has written nonfiction for The New York Times, Mother Jones, The Nation, and other periodicals. His debut novel, Substantial Justice, was released in 2020. He attended Bronx Science and the University of Chicago, was fired by the Arizona Republic, edited the Arizona New Times, organized tenants and media workers in San Francisco and built, over the course of thirty years, a global nonprofit called TechSoup.]]> 08 02 Joan Silber, PEN/Faulkner Award–winning author of Improvement on Substantial Justice 08 02 William Finnegan, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Barbarian Days on Substantial Justice 08 02 Kirkus on Substantial Justice 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8d2f3114-9e5b-4020-a0ed-b404005a4a67 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.9 lb 08 14.4 oz 08 408.23 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 22 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644286272 02 02 1644286270 03 9781644286272 14 19781644286279 15 9781644286272 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ark</TitleText> 01 272384519 1 A01 Julian Tepper Tepper, Julian Julian Tepper Julian Tepper is the author of five novels. His writing has appeared in The Paris Review, Playboy, Brooklyn Rail, Zyzzyva, Daily Beast, Bomb, Tablet Magazine, The New York Review of Architecture, and elsewhere. His essay, “Locking Down with the Family You’ve Just Eviscerated in a Novel” was a “Notable Essay of 2022” in Best American Essays 2022. He was born and raised in New York City.]]> 01 eng 232 00 232 03 FIC019000 10 FIC045010 10 FIC016000 20 literary fiction; family saga; contemporary literary novel; artist novel; creative obsession; aging; legacy; inheritance; dysfunctional family; family secrets; New York City; SoHo; contemporary art; artistic genius; marriage; mortality; sibling rivalry; family business; estate; ambition; psychological fiction; literary drama; character-driven fiction; multigenerational fiction; grief; redemption; creative life; satire; book club fiction; New York novel. 01 01 01 02 An unforgettable literary novel about genius, family, and the high cost of creation, Ark follows an uncompromising artist whose life's work—and fractured family—collide as questions of legacy, love, and immortality become impossible to ignore. Darkly funny, emotionally rich, and deeply humane, Ark explores what remains after a lifetime spent chasing greatness.

At eighty-three, legendary but commercially unsuccessful artist Ben "Ark" Arkin refuses to slow down. Living in a sprawling SoHo loft overflowing with decades of unsold artwork, Ark devotes every waking hour to creating, convinced that artistic greatness demands total sacrifice. His wife worries about their dwindling finances, his loyal assistant struggles to keep pace with his relentless vision, and his adult children remain trapped in decades-old rivalries that threaten to tear the family apart.

When a bitter lawsuit erupts among Ark's children over family businesses, inheritance, and long-buried resentments, the fragile balance holding the Arkin family together begins to unravel. As financial pressures mount and disaster strikes Ark's vast archive of artwork, every member of the family is forced to confront uncomfortable questions about ambition, loyalty, artistic purpose, and what any life ultimately leaves behind.

Moving between biting satire, poignant family drama, and profound reflections on creativity and mortality, Ark is an expansive portrait of one extraordinary artist and the imperfect people orbiting his genius. It is a novel about aging without surrender, the burdens families inherit, and the elusive hope that great art—and great love—can outlive us all.]]> 13 02 Julian Tepper is the author of five novels. His writing has appeared in The Paris Review, Playboy, Brooklyn Rail, Zyzzyva, Daily Beast, Bomb, Tablet Magazine, The New York Review of Architecture, and elsewhere. His essay, “Locking Down with the Family You’ve Just Eviscerated in a Novel” was a “Notable Essay of 2022” in Best American Essays 2022. He was born and raised in New York City.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/01f88f24-f884-498b-a10f-b47900248989 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.23 lb 08 3.68 oz 08 104.33 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 45.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 02 55.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781644286319 02 02 1644286319 03 9781644286319 14 19781644286316 15 9781644286319 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>It's Not a Rumour</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Rock and Roll Journey Through Life and Alzheimer's</Subtitle> 01 258799525 1 A01 Frederick Moore Moore, Frederick Frederick Moore Frederick Moore is a prolific lead singer/songwriter/guitarist known for founding rock bands such as Minneapolis-based Skogie and the Flaming Pachucos in the 1960s and in the late 1970s with his rock/power pop band The Kats / Nu Kats, where they set attendance records at legendary Los Angeles clubs such as Whisky a Go Go, Starwood, and The Troubadour. Freddy has written 1,000+ songs from anywhere he happens to be, including basement bedrooms, lying on top of pool tables or mid-moped crashes.

His published records include Skogie’s Call Me Crazy produced by North Country Music, 1972 and The Butler Did It, produced by Mill City Records in 1973. Albums and EP’s include Skogie’s There’s a String Attached to Almost Everything We Do, produced by General Records in 1974, The Nu Kats’ Plastic Facts EP, produced by Rhino Records in 1980, Boy’s Next Door EP, produced by Radioactive Records in 1983, The Kat Club’s House Combinations, produced by General Records in 1997, Source Mississippi, produced by General Records in 2001, and los angelenos, produced by General Records in 2007.

The Kats and Nu Kats’ music have been spotlighted on Rhino Records’ compilation album called L.A. In, in 1979 and Yes Nukes in 1981. Freddy’s music is also available on iTunes by Metal Blade Records and available to stream on Spotify. The Kats’ hits "It’s Not a Rumour," as well as "Lost My TV Guide," were featured on the television show Hollywood Heartbeat hosted by Fleetwood Mac’s Bob Welch, MTV and had local radio play. His songs have appeared on movie soundtracks such as the 1982 cult horror film Parasite (in which he also co-starred as nerdy teenager Arn, with then wife Demi Moore), the 1985 movie Loose Screws II and Spring Fever, and the 2013 CW series The Carrie Diaries.

Freddy’s additional filmography includes being featured in United Artists Pictures’ experimental 70mm 3D film called I’m a Kat in 1979, and the music video "It’s Not a Rumour" featuring Demi Moore and renowned cinematographer Jan de Bont, and directed by Philip Brewin Cheney.

Freddy spent his life living like Wile E. Coyote, getting knocked down by anvils and popping back up. Freddy is in late-stage Alzheimer’s and living in a caregiving facility in Los Angeles, California, where his wife and love of his life for over thirty years, Renee, holds his hand. He can still tell her, “I love you.”]]> 2 A02 Shannon Guyton Guyton, Shannon Shannon Guyton Shannon Guyton is a Los Angeles–based freelance writer and content strategist with prior roles as Managing Editor at mental health site 7cups.com and Editorial Director at leading pregnancy website TheBump.com. She has written hundreds of articles on various topics, from parenting to human resources. She's an editor, ghostwriter, coauthor, and mom of two amazing teens who thrives on helping the coolest people bring their stories to life on the page.]]> 01 eng 326 00 326 03 BIO004000 10 MUS050000 10 HEA039140 01 01 01 02 13 02 Frederick Moore is a prolific lead singer/songwriter/guitarist known for founding rock bands such as Minneapolis-based Skogie and the Flaming Pachucos in the 1960s and in the late 1970s with his rock/power pop band The Kats / Nu Kats, where they set attendance records at legendary Los Angeles clubs such as Whisky a Go Go, Starwood, and The Troubadour. Freddy has written 1,000+ songs from anywhere he happens to be, including basement bedrooms, lying on top of pool tables or mid-moped crashes.

His published records include Skogie’s Call Me Crazy produced by North Country Music, 1972 and The Butler Did It, produced by Mill City Records in 1973. Albums and EP’s include Skogie’s There’s a String Attached to Almost Everything We Do, produced by General Records in 1974, The Nu Kats’ Plastic Facts EP, produced by Rhino Records in 1980, Boy’s Next Door EP, produced by Radioactive Records in 1983, The Kat Club’s House Combinations, produced by General Records in 1997, Source Mississippi, produced by General Records in 2001, and los angelenos, produced by General Records in 2007.

The Kats and Nu Kats’ music have been spotlighted on Rhino Records’ compilation album called L.A. In, in 1979 and Yes Nukes in 1981. Freddy’s music is also available on iTunes by Metal Blade Records and available to stream on Spotify. The Kats’ hits "It’s Not a Rumour," as well as "Lost My TV Guide," were featured on the television show Hollywood Heartbeat hosted by Fleetwood Mac’s Bob Welch, MTV and had local radio play. His songs have appeared on movie soundtracks such as the 1982 cult horror film Parasite (in which he also co-starred as nerdy teenager Arn, with then wife Demi Moore), the 1985 movie Loose Screws II and Spring Fever, and the 2013 CW series The Carrie Diaries.

Freddy’s additional filmography includes being featured in United Artists Pictures’ experimental 70mm 3D film called I’m a Kat in 1979, and the music video "It’s Not a Rumour" featuring Demi Moore and renowned cinematographer Jan de Bont, and directed by Philip Brewin Cheney.

Freddy spent his life living like Wile E. Coyote, getting knocked down by anvils and popping back up. Freddy is in late-stage Alzheimer’s and living in a caregiving facility in Los Angeles, California, where his wife and love of his life for over thirty years, Renee, holds his hand. He can still tell her, “I love you.”

Shannon Guyton is a Los Angeles–based freelance writer and content strategist with prior roles as Managing Editor at mental health site 7cups.com and Editorial Director at leading pregnancy website TheBump.com. She has written hundreds of articles on various topics, from parenting to human resources. She's an editor, ghostwriter, coauthor, and mom of two amazing teens who thrives on helping the coolest people bring their stories to life on the page.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5a1f0c8d-9d2f-48ac-80d8-b4890023c9d7 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 01 01 Rare Bird Books SIMN553 Rare Bird Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.59 lb 08 9.44 oz 08 267.62 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Rare Bird Books AU 01 20270112 9781645060567 02 02 164506056X 03 9781645060567 14 19781645060564 15 9781645060567 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Tarot Sequence <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Misfit Caravan</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Misfit Caravan</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 214813998 1 A01 K.D. Edwards Edwards, K.D. K.D. Edwards The Last Sun, The Hanged Man, and The Hourglass Throne. Known for his blend of humor, found family, and high-stakes magic in a modern world, he has built a devoted readership in queer fantasy. Keith now writes full-time while continuing to expand the world of The Tarot Sequence with book four, The Misfit Caravan. He lives in North Carolina.

]]> 01 eng 379 00 379 03 FIC009060 FA 2.1 10 FIC009050 10 FIC009020 20 fantasy wilderness adventure; small group adventure novel; paranormal quest fiction; fiction about misfits selected by fate; young adult misfit fantasy; fantasy about reluctant adventurers; ya wilderness adventure books; modern america fantasy roadtrip; magic outcast adventure; misfit heroes fantasy; road faring magic tale; ya wilderness adventure; fantasy about reluctant heroes; galactic fortress mystery; desert caravan survival 93 FB 01 01 01 02 The Misfit Caravan is the highly-anticipated fourth novel in the Tarot Sequence—a modern fantasy about chosen family, old trauma, and the monsters that come with both.

Rune Saint John is the last scion of the Sun Throne—one of New Atlantis's ancient ruling Arcana, a spell-caster of terrifying power, and, right now, the man trying to pack two luxury RVs with his entire found family for an American road trip. What starts as a chance to heal and put recent losses behind them becomes something far more dangerous: a reckoning with new and organized enemies, murdered fae, and truths that refuse to stay buried.

Racing from one mystery to the next, Rune and his companions follow a trail of violence toward Sanctuary City, the secret underground stronghold of the mainland fae. There, Rune confronts revelations that crack his world open. As loyalties are tested and safety unravels, he realizes the most dangerous lies aren't the ones told by enemies—they're the ones stitched into the lives of the people he loves most.]]> 13 02 The Last Sun, The Hanged Man, and The Hourglass Throne. Known for his blend of humor, found family, and high-stakes magic in a modern world, he has built a devoted readership in queer fantasy. Keith now writes full-time while continuing to expand the world of The Tarot Sequence with book four, The Misfit Caravan. He lives in North Carolina.

]]> 08 02 "I thought, 'Hey, those were good books. I should read them again.' So I picked up the first one and stayed up finishing it until two a.m.. Not usually something a book can do to me the second time around. These are fabulous books."]]> Patricia Briggs, international best-selling author 01 Pyr SIMO671 Pyr 01 01 Pyr SIMO671 Pyr 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.948 in 03 24.079 mm 08 0.665 lb 08 10.64 oz 08 301.64 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 16 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Pyr AU 01 20270112 9781645061144 02 02 1645061140 03 9781645061144 14 19781645061141 15 9781645061144 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Banners of the Night</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Banners of the Night</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>(Book #2 of The Book of the Null)</Subtitle> 01 256552109 1 A01 David Annandale Annandale, David David Annandale CA 01 eng 320 00 320 03 FIC009020 FA 2.1 10 FIC009070 10 FIC009100 20 high fantasy; elves; dark elves; sword and sorcery; sorcery; swords; epic battles; dark fantasy; dark lord; magic; fantasy; debut series; mystical; epic journey; epic quest; action and adventure; alternate world; mythical creatures; epic storylines; hero; savior; destiny; evil force; warrior; alternative realms; void magic; gods at war; dragon armies; celestial beings; magical warfare; fortress city; political intrigue; ancient betrayal; fragmented soul; cursed kingdoms; persecuted races; monster armies; divine conflict; immortal enemies; magical kingdoms; kingdom warfare; fallen gods; dark prophecies; magical ascendancy; fantasy warfare; rebellion; power struggle; mythical war; war of the gods; battle for the realm; magical creatures; ancient powers; forbidden magic; magical destiny; fantasy politics; royal intrigue; siege warfare; dark realms; mystical kingdoms; supernatural conflict; heroic fantasy; antihero; dragon riders; legendary battles; magical empires; fantasy saga; realm in peril; godlike powers; fantasy adventure; war-torn world; ancient evil; mythic fantasy; heroic quest; mystical forces; battle magic; worldbuilding; dark powers; immortal rulers; magical alliances; fantasy warriors; cosmic conflict; magical corruption; shadowy forces; fantasy races; divine magic; kingdom alliances; apocalyptic fantasy; epic fantasy; grimdark fantasy; heroic fantasy; mythic fantasy; military fantasy; high fantasy adventure; dark epic fantasy; sword and planet; fantasy warfare; adventure fantasy; secondary world fantasy; mythological fantasy; action fantasy; fantasy saga; heroic adventure; classic fantasy; speculative fiction; magical realism fantasy; adult fantasy; fantasy series; immersive fantasy; cinematic fantasy; battle fantasy; dark heroic fantasy; fantasy and adventure 93 FB 01 01 01 02 Fans of sweeping epic fantasy series such as Malazan Book of the Fallen and The Stormlight Archive will enjoy Annandale’s second installment in The Book of the Null series, featuring expansive worldbuilding, escalating stakes, and high-impact magical warfare!

Political upheavals rock the world of Eloran as magic comes into ascendancy. Vorykas, the god of the void, has reclaimed his identity and returned to the throne of Voran, though with his essence scattered, he is still weak.

The human powers concentrate their power in a fortress city that moves across the land, crushing all before it. The elves, reeling after a coup changes the balance of power, join with the humans to attack the despised and persecuted kaul in order to draw Vorykas’ forces of dragons and monsters out from the impregnable Voran—and prevent him from gathering his fragmented self.

As battles in Eloran escalate, the gods themselves descend from the celestial city of Dengennis to join the war against one of their own, outcast eons ago. One piece of Vorykas remains out of his reach, the first part of him that was sundered when, an age ago, the gods betrayed him.

Vorkyas, with the help of his strongest ally, Latanna, must hold off the forces of gods, elves, and mortals to defend his land and the kaul. But will even the secrets of the void be enough to save them if he can’t find the last fragment of himself?]]> 13 02 01 Pyr SIMO671 Pyr 01 01 Pyr SIMO671 Pyr 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.562 lb 08 8.992 oz 08 254.92 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Pyr AU 01 20270112 9781646872848 02 02 1646872843 03 9781646872848 14 19781646872845 15 9781646872848 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Human-Machine Company</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Human-Machine Company</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Reimagining Businesses in the Age of AI</Subtitle> 01 269944094 1 A01 Lak Ananth Ananth, Lak Lak Ananth LAK ANANTH is the Global Managing Partner of N47, a $2 billion+ venture firm. A former dot-com-era engineer, he has backed category-defining companies including Verkada, Tractian, and VAST Data, and works daily with founders building AI-native companies. His first book, Anticipate Failure, was named one of Soundview’s best business books of 2022. He lives in Silicon Valley.]]> 2 A02 Kevin Maney Maney, Kevin Kevin Maney 01 eng 402 00 402 03 BUS063000 10 BUS085000 10 COM004000 20 AI leadership;future of work;AI strategy;human machine collaboration;AI management;organizational design;AI business models;venture capital innovation;digital transformation leadership;AI native companies;startup strategy AI;AI culture;agentic AI;AI ethics business;knowledge work automation 01 01 01 02 Artificial intelligence is not just another technological wave — it is a fundamental shift in how companies are built, operated, and led.

In The Human-Machine Company, venture capitalist Lak Ananth and bestselling author Kevin Maney argue that the organizations that thrive in the coming decades will not simply use AI tools more efficiently. They will be redesigned from the ground up as hybrid systems where human intelligence and machine intelligence work together in entirely new ways.

Throughout history, foundational technologies such as electricity and the internet reshaped the structure of business. Today, AI is poised to do the same. Yet many leaders are still treating AI as an incremental change to the status quo rather than a catalyst for reinvention. This book provides a clear framework for thinking beyond incremental productivity gains and toward a deeper transformation of how companies create value.

Drawing on historical parallels, contemporary case studies, and insights from the front lines of venture investment, Ananth and Maney explore how AI changes everything from talent strategy and organizational culture to product development and decision-making. They explain why machine intelligence scales knowledge work, why human creativity and judgment become more critical — not less — and why the most successful companies will be those that design blended cultures where people and intelligent systems collaborate seamlessly.

The authors introduce a set of enduring principles for navigating uncertainty in the AI era. These include understanding the distinct strengths of human and machine cognition, building organizations that continuously learn and adapt, and rethinking long-standing assumptions about hierarchy, specialization, and competitive advantage. The book also addresses the ethical and societal implications of increasingly autonomous systems, emphasizing the responsibility of leaders to shape AI-driven companies, but distinct because of their people and culture, that benefit both customers and communities.

Ultimately, The Human-Machine Company is a strategic guide for founders, executives, and investors who recognize that the future of business will not be defined by technology alone, but by how organizations harness it to amplify human capability. Those who redesign their companies around this reality will define the next era of innovation — while those who cling to outdated models risk being left behind.]]> 13 02 LAK ANANTH is the Global Managing Partner of N47, a $2 billion+ venture firm. A former dot-com-era engineer, he has backed category-defining companies including Verkada, Tractian, and VAST Data, and works daily with founders building AI-native companies. His first book, Anticipate Failure, was named one of Soundview’s best business books of 2022. He lives in Silicon Valley.]]> 08 02 ––GOPAL SRINIVASAN, Chairman & Managing Director, TVS Capital

“A compelling guide for boards, business leaders, and organisational teams. The Human-Machine Company explores how enterprises can craft their unique strategies in the Age of AI by bringing together their data, methods, culture and people, with intelligent machines. With better outcomes for society at large!” ––K. ANANTH KRISHNAN, Former Executive VP & CTO, Tata Consultancy Services

“Transforming a company with AI is multidimensional work. It takes technology, data, and above all culture. We are living this transformation at Siemens every day, and The Human-Machine Company is the clearest guide I have seen to getting it right.” ––ROLAND BUSCH, CEO, Siemens

“The Human-Machine Company is the antidote to today’s fears about AI. Lak Ananth and Kevin Maney show how machine intelligence and human intelligence can complement - rather than compete with – one another, unleashing breathtaking new opportunities and reimagining business in the age of AI.” ––JOANNE LIPMAN, Journalist and Author

“Ananth and Maney make their case for human indispensability by asking what an AI trained on 1925 jazz would have done with Louis Armstrong — and the answer is nothing. Machines master the past, humans make the future. That insight sits at the heart of this book, and it reaches far past music. Essential reading for any leader who wants to build with AI without hollowing out the thing that made their organization worth building.” ––PANOS A. PANAY, President, The Recording Academy and Author of Two Beats Ahead

“In moments of peak turbulence, asking the right questions is more important than locking in on temporary answers. The Human-Machine Company offers leaders navigating the AI revolution vital guidance for both immediate action as well as long-term strategy. Timely and thought-provoking.” ––RON ADNER, Professor, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, Author of The Wide Lens and Winning the Right Game

“There are two ways to build a business in the age of AI: the wrong way, and the right way. Klarna cut hundreds of customer service agents, only to rehire them months later. Wrong. Amazon stopped sending its people to its inventory and started sending the inventory to its people. Right. This tour de force traces both paths through Meta, Siemens, Fannie Mae and elsewhere, ending with a must-read framework for thinking about business in the 21st century.” —OREN ETZIONI, Professor, University of Washington; Founding CEO of the Allen Institute for AI]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2e982efe-7f48-4e3d-9ae8-b49000241d95 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 01 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.332 lb 08 21.312 oz 08 604.18 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 Ideapress Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781646873036 02 02 1646873033 03 9781646873036 14 19781646873033 15 9781646873036 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Possibility Sciences</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Discipline for Turning Bold Ideas into Reality</Subtitle> 01 264783215 1 A01 Terry Young Young, Terry Terry Young Terry Young is a founder, author, and field-builder who created Possibility Sciences, a new discipline for understanding why bold ideas reshape the world while others stall—and the conditions in which breakthrough ideas take root and compound. Drawing on systems thinking, social science, artificial intelligence, design thinking, network theory, exponential technologies, and public-interest technology, the discipline examines how societies expand our collective capacity to realize what once seemed impossible.

Young is the founder and former CEO of sparks & honey, the cultural intelligence consultancy that pioneered the cultural strategy industry and helped organizations anticipate emerging cultural shifts long before they became mainstream. Over twelve years of daily culture briefings, he developed new approaches for sensing weak signals, connecting ideas across disciplines, and translating cultural change into strategy, innovation, and long-term growth.

His career spans entrepreneurship, McKinsey & Company, and advising Fortune 500 companies, governments, nonprofits, and public institutions navigating disruption, reinvention, and long-horizon transformation. Across those settings, his work has remained focused on a single question: How do people and institutions become better at turning bold possibilities into reality?

A former Peace Corps volunteer in Uralsk, Kazakhstan, Young’s perspective has been shaped as much by lived experience as executive leadership. Those experiences working alongside local entrepreneurs, families, and community leaders continue to shape his thinking about how societies turn possibility into progress.

He is also the founder of the nonprofit Possibility Institute, established to advance Possibility Sciences through research, education, technology, and collaborative practice. Young lives in New York with his partner and two children.]]> 01 eng 377 00 377 03 SOC037000 10 BUS063000 10 BUS019000 20 future of innovation;systems thinking;long-term strategy;innovation infrastructure;return on future;imagination and leadership;strategic foresight;future of work;ai and leadership;cultural intelligence;designing the future;organizational transformation;moonshot innovation;human ai collaboration 01 01 01 02 The greatest challenge of this century isn’t imagining a better future. It’s building the systems capable of bringing it to life.

In Possibility Sciences, Terry Young introduces a new discipline that explains why some bold ideas reshape the world while others stall—and how to create the conditions in which breakthroughs endure and compound.

Humanity has never possessed greater imaginative or technological capacity. Yet the institutions responsible for turning possibility into progress remain optimized for another era—rewarding short-term performance, incremental improvement, and operational efficiency over long-horizon transformation.

We are entering an era defined by the Possibility Gap: the widening distance between what humanity can imagine and what our systems are capable of realizing. Rather than asking what the future will be, Possibility Sciences asks a different question: How do breakthroughs actually emerge, spread, and redefine what’s possible?

Drawing on concepts such as Return on Future, Stickability, Stackability, Zero-Waste Innovation, Possibility Commons, Community-as-Laboratory, and Horizontal Combinatorial Innovation, Young presents an integrated architecture for enabling breakthrough ideas to move from possibility to lasting societal impact.

Written for leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, strategists, institution builders, and anyone committed to shaping a better future, Possibility Sciences is more than a book about innovation. It is the foundational introduction to a new discipline designed to move beyond prediction and incrementalism toward intentionally building the futures we want to create.]]> 13 02 Terry Young is a founder, author, and field-builder who created Possibility Sciences, a new discipline for understanding why bold ideas reshape the world while others stall—and the conditions in which breakthrough ideas take root and compound. Drawing on systems thinking, social science, artificial intelligence, design thinking, network theory, exponential technologies, and public-interest technology, the discipline examines how societies expand our collective capacity to realize what once seemed impossible.

Young is the founder and former CEO of sparks & honey, the cultural intelligence consultancy that pioneered the cultural strategy industry and helped organizations anticipate emerging cultural shifts long before they became mainstream. Over twelve years of daily culture briefings, he developed new approaches for sensing weak signals, connecting ideas across disciplines, and translating cultural change into strategy, innovation, and long-term growth.

His career spans entrepreneurship, McKinsey & Company, and advising Fortune 500 companies, governments, nonprofits, and public institutions navigating disruption, reinvention, and long-horizon transformation. Across those settings, his work has remained focused on a single question: How do people and institutions become better at turning bold possibilities into reality?

A former Peace Corps volunteer in Uralsk, Kazakhstan, Young’s perspective has been shaped as much by lived experience as executive leadership. Those experiences working alongside local entrepreneurs, families, and community leaders continue to shape his thinking about how societies turn possibility into progress.

He is also the founder of the nonprofit Possibility Institute, established to advance Possibility Sciences through research, education, technology, and collaborative practice. Young lives in New York with his partner and two children.]]> 08 02 Possibility Sciences is an optimistic, energetic, innovative book. Buy it for anyone who wants to change the world and everyone who wants to understand why the world is so hard to change.” ––ANNE-MARIE SLAUGHTER, Bert G. Kerstetter ’66 University Professor Emerita of Politics and International Affairs, Princeton University

"The world faces large problems, and solving them requires breakthrough ideas — ideas that are made to happen. The tools available to us are remarkable and evolving fast. Yet the barriers to making bold ideas real have never been higher. In Possibility Sciences, Terry Young shows why our most ambitious visions keep shrinking to fit the systems around them — and gives us the discipline to change that. Not a book about ideation, but an architecture for endurance: how ideas stick, stack, and compound into reality. Read it if you’re serious about building the future, not just imagining it.” ––LAXMAN NARASIMHAN, Former CEO of Starbucks & Reckitt and Former Senior Partner of McKinsey & Co

"Possibility Sciences may read as romantic — even detached from the hard realities of business. inDrive's story tells me the opposite. Born in the coldest city on earth, cut off for years from capital and outside resources, built on nothing but a mission to fight unfairness, we grew into a global leader in affordable mobility. We never followed this framework — it didn't exist, and we moved by instinct and necessity. Yet reading Terry Young, I recognized our own path on many pages: mission held longer than any quarter, possibility built from scarcity rather than abundance, capability compounding until it outlived its founders. Terry named it — and made it teachable for the founders who come next. That is rare, and it is proof these ideas hold precisely where reality is hardest." ––ARSEN TOMSKY, Founder and CEO of inDrive

"A must-read for any business leader who wants to leave an admirable legacy that stretches beyond a few glorious quarters. By creating and subsequently housing diverse innovation initiatives inside his Possibility Commons, Terry Young builds a structure for invention that cross- pollinates and expands exponentially for all those who choose to become Possibilians." ––LYNNE GREENE, Former Global President of Estee Lauder Companies

"I've seen firsthand Terry Young's remarkable ability to help people see opportunities where others see obstacles. Possibility Sciences captures the wisdom, optimism, and curiosity that define his work, challenging readers to rethink what is possible and giving them the courage to act. It's a must-read for anyone who is brave enough to unleash their full creative potential." ––CARRIE MORGRIDGE, CEO and Co-Founder of Morgridge Family Foundation and Author of Every Gift Matters, The Spirit of the Trail, and Courage Money

“Possibility Sciences isn’t simply a new way to innovate; it’s a blueprint for expanding who gets to shape the future. Terry Young argues that the future shouldn’t be built by a privileged few. In Possibility Sciences, he offers the architecture for creating the institutions, capabilities, and culture that enable every community to shape and lead the future.” ––PAUL E. BUTLER, Interim CEO and President & Chief Transformation Officer of New America

"I have long admired Terry Young’s rare ability to see both the innovations our future requires and the hidden systems that keep them out of reach. At the heart of his work is a deeply human conviction: possibility should expand who gets to imagine, build, and benefit from the future. In Possibility Sciences, Terry gives us language and architecture for turning bold ideas into durable, shared progress—grounded in culture, lived reality, and the communities they are intended to serve. He is building a vital new discipline for shaping a future in which human ingenuity can benefit us all.” ––JENNIFER BROWN, Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Author of The Shape of Change

"I have spent much of my life asking under what conditions imagination can take hold, travel, and compound. Terry Young has taken up that question with unusual seriousness, and Possibility Sciences is a real contribution. He treats imagination not as a spark to wait for, but as something we can cultivate and structure. What he offers is not a set of answers, but a way of asking sharper questions—and turning them into a practice.” ––JOHN SEELY BROWN, Chief of Confusion, Former Co-Chairman of Deloitte’s Center for the Edge, and Former Chief Scientist of Xerox Corporation

"We are attempting to navigate a century of compounding complexity using institutional systems designed for a simpler, slower era. The resulting 'Possibility Gap' is not a failure of human imagination but of antiquated infrastructure. In this book, Terry Young outlines a disciplined framework that treats imagination not purely as an unpredictable spark, but as a structured, reusable, and measurable asset. By integrating system dynamics, collective intelligence, and open governance, Possibility Sciences provides a blueprint for building collaborative platforms like the Possibility Commons and implementing long-horizon, positive-sum “Return on Future” metrics. This grounded, systematic approach ensures our most ambitious ideas survive contact with reality and accumulate across generations." ––DR. VIVIENNE MING, Author of Robot-Proof, CEO of SOCOS, and Chief Scientist of Possibility Sciences

"Terry Young brilliantly reframes the central challenge of our age: not generating new ideas, but building the conditions for those ideas to flourish. Possibility Sciences is a compelling blueprint for entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders determined to turn bold possibilities into reality." ––DAVID BEATTY, Angel Investor and Co-Founder of Gaingels

"I have been fortunate along my journey in human performance to work across numerous advanced innovation labs, elite sports programs, organizational and military performance systems — and both participate in and study moonshot moments along the way. As such, I've come to recognise the organizational and systemic patterns that explain why a moonshot may succeed, but more likely, why they usually fail. Possibility Sciences names exactly what we see play out again and again: the gap between what a team or system is truly capable of and what its incentives will actually let it pursue. Terry Young has achieved something quite exquisite: he explains why bold ambitions so often get ground down by the systems around them, and then provides an actual architecture to overcome these obstacles — Return on Future, Zero-Waste Innovation, & the Possibility Commons are pragmatic doctrines to help understand and solve for some of society's greatest challenges. Quite simply, he has delivered an operating model for keeping a moonshot alive long enough to become real. At a moment when short-termism is arguably the single biggest constraint on progress, this is the framework the field has been missing." ––ANDY WALSHE, Human Performance Leader, Founding Partner & Co-Founder of Liminal Collective, and Former Red Bull High Performance Director

"In Possibility Sciences, Terry Young offers a powerful new discipline for navigating an era of unprecedented change. His insights on innovation, human-AI partnership, and institutional design provide a roadmap for leaders seeking to create lasting value in an increasingly complex world. A thought-provoking and timely contribution to the future of leadership and innovation." ––SANJAY PUROHIT, CEO and Chief Curator of the Centre For Exponential Change

"Possibility Sciences argues that true value lies in expanding our capacity to create over time with deeply integrated systems, rather than simply maximizing today's returns. Through the lens of zero-waste innovation, Terry Young explains how shelved initiatives, setbacks, and abandoned ideas can still become building blocks for long-term progress. From corporate leaders to policymakers to teachers, this is an essential read for anyone seeking practical tools to transform possibility into lasting impact." ––GERALDINE MORIBA, Founder & Former Executive at CNN, NBC News, & theGrio

"Terry Young has a name for what I see every day at Family Equality — and what I've lived myself: the 'Possibility Gap,' the space between what's possible for a family and what our systems are willing to recognize. His chapter on IVF resonates deeply because I've lived it, not just watched it unfold for the families we serve. I've seen families built through science, the courts, and sheer persistence, often years before society was ready to fully recognize them. Possibility Sciences doesn't just diagnose that gap with rare precision — it offers a practical framework for closing it. Anyone trying to build something the world isn't ready for yet should read this book." ––DARRA GORDON, CEO of Family Equality]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6e17a4a1-ed4e-47a0-bca3-b4870023abb6 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 01 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.184 lb 08 18.944 oz 08 537.05 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Ideapress Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781646873104 02 02 1646873106 03 9781646873104 14 19781646873101 15 9781646873104 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Built to Breathe</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Art of High-Performance Leadership Without Burnout</Subtitle> 01 264637204 1 A01 Paige McPheely McPheely, Paige Paige McPheely Paige McPheely is the founder and CEO of Base, a category-defining platform that supports hundreds of high-performing executives and executive assistants. A venture-backed entrepreneur, Paige has spent more than a decade building remote-first teams, navigating leadership transitions, and advising founders and operators through periods of growth and reset. Drawing from her experience as a CEO, mother of three, and longtime student of sustainable leadership, she writes about ambition, support, and what it actually takes to build success that lasts.]]> 01 eng 260 00 260 03 BUS071000 10 BUS097000 10 SEL027000 20 sustainable leadership;modern leadership;founder leadership;executive burnout;founder burnout;leadership without burnout;sustainable ambition;leadership pressure;leadership capacity;workplace culture;overfunctioning;work identity;responsibility overload;delegation and support;redefining success;career without burnout;scaling without burnout 01 01 01 02 In a world that rewards speed, output, and constant motion, most leaders know how to push. The harder question is whether success is sustainable once you’ve built it.

In Built to Breathe, founder, CEO, and leadership advisor Paige McPheely challenges the idea that efficiency, endurance, and doing it all alone are the price of ambition for modern leaders. Drawing on more than a decade building remote-first companies, raising venture capital, and advising high-performing executives, she explores a quieter truth: lasting success depends not on how much you can carry, but on what you’re willing to release.

Structured around the rhythm of a breath—inhale, hold, exhale—this book examines what modern leaders take on, what they wrestle with, and what ultimately wears them down. Through personal narrative, field-tested insight, and stories from founders, operators, and people reflecting on lives well lived, McPheely reframes leadership as something human, supported, and spacious—rather than relentless.

This is not a call to want less. It’s an invitation to build ambition that doesn’t require recovery. To create space to think clearly, lead calmly, and fully inhabit the life you’ve already worked so hard to build. If you’ve been the strong one for too long, carrying responsibility others rely on but rarely see, this book offers a different kind of momentum—one you don’t have to outrun.]]> 13 02 Paige McPheely is the founder and CEO of Base, a category-defining platform that supports hundreds of high-performing executives and executive assistants. A venture-backed entrepreneur, Paige has spent more than a decade building remote-first teams, navigating leadership transitions, and advising founders and operators through periods of growth and reset. Drawing from her experience as a CEO, mother of three, and longtime student of sustainable leadership, she writes about ambition, support, and what it actually takes to build success that lasts.]]> 08 02 ––SETH GODIN, Author of The Knot

"Built to Breathe identifies the silent crisis of modern leadership: a professional exhaustion that better tools will never solve. Paige McPheely challenges the illusion that success must hurt to count, offering permission to lead with clarity instead of frenetic motion. Built to Breathe is an invaluable guide for those who want to live more fully without wanting less out of life." ––TODD HENRY, Author of Die Empty

“Paige McPheely has written a wise and deeply important book for driven people who have learned to endure more than they should. Built to Breathe challenges the false choice between ambition and wellbeing, showing that we do not need to want less in order to live more fully. Through personal insight and practical wisdom, Paige reminds us that sustainable leadership is not about holding everything together; it is about creating the conditions that allow us, and those around us, to breathe, grow, and flourish.” ––TAL BEN-SHAHAR, Founder, Happiness Studies Academy

"Do more" is the standard leadership book advice. And the hustle more, be more, know more, do more advice is exhausting leaders. Built to Breathe reminds us how to become more. Paige McPheely invites leaders to trade exhaustion for intentional living. With clarity and simplicity, she shows that the strongest leaders aren't the ones carrying the most—they're the ones creating space for themselves and everyone around them to thrive. Our workplaces need this breath of fresh air. ––JENN WHITMER, Keynote Speaker and Author of Award-Winning Joyosity

“Built to Breathe is a much-needed antidote to the grind culture that has become so deeply embedded in the way we live and work. Paige courageously shares her own journey while offering practical tools that help readers break free from the belief that more doing is the path to a meaningful life. She powerfully challenges the always-on culture and, through her work, teaches us how to lead lives full of vitality.” ––JAMIE SHAPIRO, CEO, Connected Executive Coaching and Author of Connected Culture

“Conventional wisdom says you can't build a breakout career without breaking yourself. In Built to Breathe, Paige shows you how to build better. I've sat across the board table from her and marveled at how she runs hard without running herself into the ground. The tenets in this book aren't self-care platitudes. They're the working methods of leaders who want to build a life that allows them to go the distance.” ––KRISTIAN ANDERSEN, Co-founder & General Partner, High Alpha

“We are exhausted. The better we get at our calendars, the more our calendars win. Paige knows the gauntlet and shares a calmer way through. I wish Built to Breathe existed when I was running my company.” ––MAX YODER, Author of Do Better Work and Co-founder of Lessonly

“Take a deep breath and relish Built to Breathe. This book should be required reading for entrepreneurs who find themselves lost, exhausted, and alone. I know the feeling. Paige shares an open-armed book that shows ambitious people how to redefine success without letting go of their dreams." ––MONICA NASSIF, Author of I Bottled My Mother

“Many leadership books focus on what and why to delegate. Built to Breathe tackles something much harder: why successful leaders struggle to let go in the first place. If you're serious about untangling your identity and self-worth from your work, this book is for you. Paige unpacks the inherited systems, behavioral patterns, pressures, and expectations that leaders feel they must own and hold. I've never felt more seen! Paige writes with the clarity, intention, and insight that only comes from building a business herself. Built to Breathe gives leaders permission to exhale without sacrificing their ambition or long-term success. Letting go isn't the opposite of great leadership; it's what makes it possible!” —HALLIE WARNER, Book Strategist & Author of The Founder & The Force Multiplier

"High performers in the workplace can be among the last to truly care for themselves, and can fail to see how when they do, it is good for everyone and everything around them. Paige has written a wonderful book on the why, what, and how of all of this, backed up by over a decade of supporting leaders through her own enterprise." ––DAVE BLANCHARD, Co-Founder & CEO, Praxis]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ce499236-299f-4289-b392-b4730023d361 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 01 01 Ideapress Publishing SIMN625 Ideapress Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.993 lb 08 15.888 oz 08 450.42 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Ideapress Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781665907736 03 02 1665907738 03 9781665907736 14 19781665907733 15 9781665907736 11 BB Hardback The Infinity Courts 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Afterlands</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Afterlands</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>An Infinity Courts Novel</Subtitle> 01 185740411 1 A01 Akemi Dawn Bowman Bowman, Akemi Dawn Akemi Dawn Bowman Starfish, Locus Award Finalist The Infinity Courts and its sequels, Summer Bird Blue, Harley in the Sky, Generation Misfits, and Where the Lost Ones Go. She has written short fiction for Star Wars and Magic: The Gathering and has contributed to several anthologies. She currently lives in Scotland with her family. Visit Akemi online at AkemiDawnBowman.com, or on Instagram @AkemiDawnBowman.]]> Akemi Dawn Bowman 01 eng 416 00 416 03 YAF056030 10 YAF019030 10 YAF058110 20 science fiction; romance; books about the afterlife; artificial intelligence; AI; technology; doomed love; rebellion; resistance; morality; humanity; betrayal; unity; alliances; trust; memory loss; amnesia; stolen memories; prison break; telepathy; sister relationship; intrigue; suspense; tension; twists; imaginative world-building; high concept stakes; fast paced; conversation starter; complete series; APIA asian american biracial hapa Japanese author characters; teen ya young adult novel book for 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 year olds seventh eighth ninth tenth eleventh twelfth grade; The Matrix; Black Mirror; The Good Place; Renegades; Marissa Meyer; Warcross; Marie Lu; Tracy Deonn; Suzanne Young; Want Ruse by Cindy Pon; Mortal Coil by Emily Suvada; Scythe by Neal Shusterman; We Are the Ants by Shaun David Hutchinson; Chloe Gong; System Divine Brody Rendell; 93 YFHB 93 YFG 93 YFMR 01 03 11 03 7 17 03 12 04 99 01 02 Nami must race against time to save Infinity—and humanity—in the explosive third and final book in the “cerebral and pulse-pounding” (School Library Journal, starred review, on Infinity Courts) Infinity Courts series from critically acclaimed author Akemi Dawn Bowman.

Infinity has changed. Victory and Famine lie in ruins, while Ozias—previously the leader of the fight against the AI Residents who subjugated humans—has overthrown Death. And the boy that Nami unreservedly gave her heart to has been dragged back to the Capital to have his memory erased. In a shifting landscape of alliances, Nami doesn’t know who she can trust—she only knows it’s her mistakes that have driven them to today.

With few allies and even fewer friends, Nami sets off one final time to prove that a bridge between humans and Residents really is possible…before the shadows of the past destroy any chance of a better future.]]> 13 02 Starfish, Locus Award Finalist The Infinity Courts and its sequels, Summer Bird Blue, Harley in the Sky, Generation Misfits, and Where the Lost Ones Go. She has written short fiction for Star Wars and Magic: The Gathering and has contributed to several anthologies. She currently lives in Scotland with her family. Visit Akemi online at AkemiDawnBowman.com, or on Instagram @AkemiDawnBowman.]]> 44 02 Westworld meets Warcross in this high-stakes, dizzyingly smart sci-fi series about a teen girl navigating an afterlife in which she must defeat an AI entity intent on destroying humanity, from award-winning author Akemi Dawn Bowman.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/bf5845db-a72d-45f9-9b9c-b2c40047ab05 01 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers SIMO333 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 01 01 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers SIMO333 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 04 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 1.2 in 03 30.48 mm 08 1.045 lb 08 16.72 oz 08 474 gr 27 15 9781665907750 06 15 9781665907743 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261230 32 02 43.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 43.99 0.00 20260910 02 47.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 47.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers AU 01 20261230 9781665960083 02 02 1665960086 03 9781665960083 13 2025001338 14 19781665960080 15 9781665960083 11 23 BC B102 Trade Paperback Evil Villains International League 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Keeper Chance and the Dubious Doppelgänger</TitleText> 01 216377580 1 A01 Alex Evanovich Evanovich, Alex Alex Evanovich Star Wars: The Clone Wars with giant robot legs. And she’s never rolled a nat 20.]]> Alex Evanovich Reprint 01 eng 336 00 336 03 JUV001000 10 JUV013000 10 JUV028000 20 heist; mystery; investigation; mission; covert; secrets; coming of age; good vs. evil; loneliness; outcasts; fitting in; motley crew; superhero; supervillain; superpower; ninja; martial arts; secret society; unlikely friendship; special skills; humor; tongue in cheek; adventure; anti-hero; clean teen; middle grade for 10 11 12 13 year olds grades 5 6 7 8; Leverage: Redemption; The School for Good and Evil; Despicable Me; Minions: The Rise of Gru; The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey; Gabriela Rose; Percy Jackson; Stuart Gibbs; City Spies by James Ponti; Mrs. Smith's Spy School for Girls by Beth McMullen; The Ali Cross Series MK’s Detective Club by James Patterson; The Misfits by Lisa Yee Dan Santat; Janet Evanovich; Stephanie Plum; 01 02 11 03 5 17 03 10 04 99 01 02 Now with a new look!

“Guaranteed to bring out the inner hero in all of us.” —Janet Evanovich, #1 New York Times bestselling author

For graduates of Percy Jackson and fans of Alex Rider comes the “super sly, super fun” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) second book in the adventure-filled Evil Villains International League series, in which Keeper Chance and his friends must beat the paradoxes of time to conquer a dangerously deceptive enemy.

Keeper Chance hasn’t been an E.V.I.L. villain for long, but there are two things he knows:

One: Nothing is ever as it seems. That goes double when you’re up against a doppelgänger. It’s going to take patience and perseverance for Keeper and villainous teammates Toby and Y to figure out who is who and why someone who can be anyone would want to kidnap a senior member of E.V.I.L.

Two: It helps to have time on your side. But the doppelgänger seems to have recruited flunkies who can bend time to their will. Even worse, there’s Toby’s brother, who’s no slouch when it comes to being a parental snitch.

Before the clock runs out (or back), it’ll take a showdown with the time benders—not to mention some seriously vicious cats—to unmask the imposter and end the mayhem. Someone is going to have to step up and save the day. But will it be an E.V.I.L. hero…or a H.E.R.O.?]]> 13 02 Star Wars: The Clone Wars with giant robot legs. And she’s never rolled a nat 20.]]> 44 02 08 02
It seems that Showboater—a sequin-shedding Elvis impersonator with the superpower of going unnoticed (“the more flamboyant he was, the more he disappeared”)—has vanished along with a certain very important file. Now, the rival Evil Villains International League and the Heroic Elite Reconnaissance Organization are anxious to get him, or at least the file, back. As it turns out, they aren’t the only ones. Tongue resolutely in cheek, Evanovich pits 16-year-old E.V.I.L. trainee Keeper Chance, his technologically adept best friend, Toby, and other parties (loyal allies or otherwise) against agent-for-hire Ditto. But Ditto is frustratingly able to stay a step ahead, thanks to both his own “doppelgänging” ability and a supportive trio of teenagers who can manipulate time in various ways. The ensuing hilarious misadventures add to the pleasure of watching the antics of superheroes with evocative monikers like Chaos and Joy Sucker (though the most fearsomely powerful of all is Toby’s mom) while contemplating the curiously narrow ethical gap between the tale’s villains and heroes. Better yet, having strung readers along through nearly two episodes about the exact nature of Keeper’s own mysterious superpower, the author finally sneaks in a credible suggestion toward the end. The cast largely presents white.

Super sly, super fun. (Superhero adventure. 10-14)

]]> Kirkus--STARRED REVIEW August 1, 2025 08 02 School Library Journal 10/1/25 08 02 Horn Book November/December 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/11b8ce83-93fd-472a-b5e2-b396003f7b15 01 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers SIMO333 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 01 01 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers SIMO333 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.625 in 01 193.68 mm 02 5.125 in 02 130.18 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 0.545 lb 08 8.72 oz 08 247.21 gr 06 15 9781665960076 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260824 20261230 44 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers AU 01 20261230 9781665980579 02 02 1665980575 03 9781665980579 13 2025035123 14 19781665980576 15 9781665980579 11 BB B221 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Need Space</TitleText> 01 231136497 1 A01 Molly Harris Harris, Molly Molly Harris The Big Squeeze, Whirby, and I Need Space. She is a technical writer by trade who enjoys world traveling and working on too many projects at once. Originally from Massachusetts, she now lives in Ireland with her husband and two sons. Visit her at MollyHarrisBooks.com.]]> 2 A12 Jon Corby Corby, Jon Jon Corby I Need Space is his debut picture book. Learn more about his work at JonCorbyArt.com.]]> Molly Harris 01 eng 32 00 32 03 JUV039050 YNTS 2.1 10 JUV036010 10 JUV039060 20 rocket ship; outer space; emotions; anger; getting overwhelmed; playground; breaking rules; roughhousing; managing frustration; patience; getting fed up; needing space; friendship; deep breaths; calming down; martian; alien; meteor; galaxy; stars; black holes; cool your jets; wordplay; puns; emotional regulation; sel; social emotional learning; retro-futuristic art style illustration; picture books for ages 4 5 6 7 8 first second third grade kindergarten; backmatter; practical exercises; i am a tornado beckmeyer; nobody hugs a cactus goodrich; Don’t Hug Doug by Carrie Finison; Roaring Mad Riley by Allison Szczecinski M.Ed.; Sweep by Louise Greig; The Boy with Big, Big Feelings by Britney Winn Lee; the big squeeze; jonathan corby; 93 YXED 93 YNNZ 93 YXHB 01 02 11 03 P 04 3 17 03 4 04 8 01 02 A rocket ship demonstrates how taking some time by yourself can you help cope with stressful or overwhelming situations in this sweet and brightly illustrated picture book about regulating emotions, perfect for fans of I Am a Tornado and Nobody Hugs a Cactus.

For a rocket ship like Rocco, space is one big playground, but like most playgrounds, not everyone plays by the rules. Rocco tries to be patient with the toy-stealers and line-cutters…until he’s knocked off course by some roughhousing meteors. Suddenly he can’t take it anymore!

Luckily, before he blows a fuse, Rocco remembers that sometimes the best way to cool his jets is to get some space. All it takes to refill his tank is a few peaceful minutes by himself—after all, space has plenty of room for everyone to have fun!]]> 13 02 The Big Squeeze, Whirby, and I Need Space. She is a technical writer by trade who enjoys world traveling and working on too many projects at once. Originally from Massachusetts, she now lives in Ireland with her husband and two sons. Visit her at MollyHarrisBooks.com.

Jon Corby is an illustrator and children’s book designer. He earned his BFA in illustration from Syracuse University and is currently based in Pennsylvania. I Need Space is his debut picture book. Learn more about his work at JonCorbyArt.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5c799f94-3b47-4eb0-a79b-b37600258301 01 Margaret K. McElderry Books SIMO246 Margaret K. McElderry Books 01 01 Margaret K. McElderry Books SIMO246 Margaret K. McElderry Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 10 in 02 254 mm 03 0.3 in 03 7.62 mm 08 1.01 lb 08 16.16 oz 08 458.13 gr 27 15 9781665980586 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261230 32 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Margaret K. McElderry Books AU 01 20261230 9781667209258 02 02 1667209256 03 9781667209258 14 19781667209255 15 9781667209258 11 BB B402 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Otterly Adore You</TitleText> 01 267188611 1 A01 Editors of Thunder Bay Press Thunder Bay Press is an imprint of Printers Row Publishing Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Readerlink Distribution Services, LLC, the largest full-service book distributor to non-trade booksellers in North America. Thunder Bay publishes across a wide and varied range of formats and categories, from fun, interactive activity titles and kits on subjects such as origami, cooking, crafts, games, and art to reference books suitable for gift-giving in categories like art, fitness, pets, travel, history, culture, sports, and nature. Thunder Bay Press celebrates the book in all its forms, and publishes something for everyone. They’re headquartered in San Diego.]]> 01 eng 96 00 96 03 FAM029000 VFVG 2.1 10 HUM018000 10 CRA034000 20 Love;love books;gift book;valentine's day books;valentine's day;valentine's books;gift;cute;pun;full-color;affection;sea creature;aquatic;animal;dolphin;whale;fish;otter;shark;small format;loved one;humor;portable;perforated pages;message;personalize;illustrations;illustrated 93 WH 93 VFV 01 01 01 02 You will dolphinitely love these pun-derful valentines from under the sea!

This adorable collection of tear-out valentines is perfect for expressing your jaws-ome love! Included in this cute and portable book are four copies each of eleven different full-color designs with sweet sentiments featuring sea creatures and silly puns that are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. On the back of each card is space to write a personal message, and the pages are perforated so that you can share them on Valentine’s Day or whenever you want to send someone a loving sentiment.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/57efbee7-580f-4bbb-87f9-b40b0024845c 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 01 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 4 in 01 101.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.345 lb 08 5.52 oz 08 156.49 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260831 20270112 80 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Thunder Bay Press AU 01 20270112 9781667209265 02 02 1667209264 03 9781667209265 14 19781667209262 15 9781667209265 11 BB B402 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Undying Love</TitleText> 01 267188655 1 A01 Editors of Thunder Bay Press Thunder Bay Press is an imprint of Printers Row Publishing Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Readerlink Distribution Services, LLC, the largest full-service book distributor to non-trade booksellers in North America. Thunder Bay publishes across a wide and varied range of formats and categories, from fun, interactive activity titles and kits on subjects such as origami, cooking, crafts, games, and art to reference books suitable for gift-giving in categories like art, fitness, pets, travel, history, culture, sports, and nature. Thunder Bay Press celebrates the book in all its forms, and publishes something for everyone. They’re headquartered in San Diego.]]> Editors of Thunder Bay Press 01 eng 96 00 96 03 FAM029000 VFVG 2.1 10 HUM018000 10 CRA034000 20 Love;halloween;valentines;pun;halloween gift;valentines gift;halloween gift book;halloween book;gift book;gift;creepy;funny;goofy;full-color;affection;monster;small format;loved one;humor;portable;perforated pages;message;personalize;illustrated;illustrations 93 WH 93 VFV 01 01 01 02 The monstrously cute cards in this book are a great way to express your love—till death do you part!

This spook-tacular collection of tear-out cards is perfect for showing your undying love any time of the year! Included in this portable book are four copies each of eleven different full-color designs featuring creepy-but-goofy monster sentiments to share with your loved one, and there’s space on the back of the card to write a personal message. Each page is perforated, so you can share them on Halloween, Valentine’s Day, or whenever you want to send someone a fun, loving sentiment.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9bd9ce8c-56a2-4cad-85fa-b40b002487c3 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 01 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 4 in 01 101.6 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.34 lb 08 5.44 oz 08 154.22 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260831 20270112 80 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Thunder Bay Press AU 01 20270112 9781667211534 02 02 1667211536 03 9781667211534 14 19781667211531 15 9781667211534 11 BB B403 Hardback Leather-bound Classics <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales (Deluxe Leatherbound Edition)</TitleText> 01 237394535 1 A01 Jacob Grimm Grimm, Jacob Jacob Grimm Jacob Grimm collected and published Germanic and European folk and fairy tales during the early to mid 19th century. Some of the world’s most classic and beloved stories have been published by them, including “Rumplestiltskin,” “Snow White,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “Rapunzel,” “Cinderella,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and many more.]]> 2 A01 Wilhelm Grimm Grimm, Wilhelm Wilhelm Grimm Wilhelm Grimm collected and published Germanic and European folk and fairy tales during the early to mid 19th century. Some of the world’s most classic and beloved stories have been published by them, including “Rumplestiltskin,” “Snow White,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “Rapunzel,” “Cinderella,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and many more.]]> 3 A24 Ken Mondschein Mondschein, Ken Ken Mondschein Ken Mondschein is a college professor, scholar, fencing master, jouster, and author with expertise in subjects ranging from medieval history to contemporary politics. He was a Fulbright scholar to France, received his PhD in history from Fordham University and is certified as a master of historical fencing by the US Fencing Coaches' Association. His work includes history, fencing, introductions to works of classic literature, and other projects.]]> 4 B06 Margaret Hunt Hunt, Margaret Margaret Hunt 01 eng 676 00 676 03 FIC010000 FC 2.1 10 FIC004000 10 FIC019000 20 Cinderella;snow white;Sleeping Beauty;hansel and gretel;Rapunzel;Rumpelstiltskin;Brothers Grimm;little red cap;little red riding hood;Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm;Germanic folklore;german;classic novels;classics;classic works of literature;deluxe classic;fairy tales;folk tale;folk tales;children's tales;magic;morals;horror;once upon a time 93 FN 93 FYB 93 FBC 01 01 01 02 The original fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm are the foundation from which many modern retellings have emerged.

They are the stories we've known since we were children: Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty. But the works originally collected by the Brothers Grimm in the early 1800s are not necessarily the versions we heard before bedtime. They're darker and often don’t end happily—but they’re often far more interesting. This elegant edition of Grimm’s Complete Fairy Tales includes all the cherished favorites—Snow White, Rumpelstiltskin, Little Red Cap, and more—in their original versions. Many of these tales begin with the familiar refrain of “once upon a time”—but they end with something unexpected and fascinating! With specially designed endpapers, a genuine leather cover, and other enhancements, this edition is the perfect gift for anyone looking to build a complete home library.]]> 13 02 Jacob Grimm collected and published Germanic and European folk and fairy tales during the early to mid 19th century. Some of the world’s most classic and beloved stories have been published by them, including “Rumplestiltskin,” “Snow White,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “Rapunzel,” “Cinderella,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and many more.

With his brother Jacob, Wilhelm Grimm collected and published Germanic and European folk and fairy tales during the early to mid 19th century. Some of the world’s most classic and beloved stories have been published by them, including “Rumplestiltskin,” “Snow White,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “Rapunzel,” “Cinderella,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and many more.

Ken Mondschein is a college professor, scholar, fencing master, jouster, and author with expertise in subjects ranging from medieval history to contemporary politics. He was a Fulbright scholar to France, received his PhD in history from Fordham University and is certified as a master of historical fencing by the US Fencing Coaches' Association. His work includes history, fencing, introductions to works of classic literature, and other projects.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7ebc73bf-51f8-4900-b39b-b26900398cbd 01 Canterbury Classics SIMO573 Canterbury Classics 01 01 Canterbury Classics SIMO573 Canterbury Classics 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.25 in 02 158.75 mm 03 1.5 in 03 38.1 mm 08 2.2 lb 08 35.2 oz 08 997.9 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20261230 8 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Canterbury Classics AU 01 20261230 9781667213026 02 02 1667213024 03 9781667213026 14 19781667213023 15 9781667213026 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Coloring Stickers <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Together Forever Coloring Stickers</TitleText> 01 261102582 1 A01 Editors of Thunder Bay Press Thunder Bay Press is an imprint of Printers Row Publishing Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Readerlink Distribution Services, LLC, the largest full-service book distributor to non-trade booksellers in North America. Thunder Bay publishes across a wide and varied range of formats and categories, from fun, interactive activity titles and kits on subjects such as origami, cooking, crafts, games, and art to reference books suitable for gift-giving in categories like art, fitness, pets, travel, history, culture, sports, and nature. Thunder Bay Press celebrates the book in all its forms, and publishes something for everyone. They’re headquartered in San Diego.]]> 01 eng 84 00 84 03 GAM024000 WZS 2.1 10 GAM019000 10 GAM020000 20 stickers;coloring;horror;creepy;cute;humor;Valloween;Valoween;Valentine’s Day;Halloween;activity;romantic;Ghoulentine’s Day;Valentine-o-Ween;adult coloring;activity book;scary;lighthearted;vampire;witch;monster;goth;gothic;skeleton;skull;ghost;voodoo;keepsake;illustrated;illustrations 93 WZS 93 WFX 01 01 01 02 Whether it's for Valentine's Day, Halloween, or any other occasion, the cute and creepy stickers in this book are perfect for coloring in and giving to your loved ones.

Color in hundreds of cute and creepy stickers for your Valloween sweetheart with Together Forever Coloring Stickers. Included in this book are 40 sheets of black-and-white stickers to be colored in using your favorite markers, colored pencils, or gel pens. Loaded with illustrations of ghouls, zombies, skeletons, voodoo dolls, ghosts, and all things creepy, this book lets you add some fun, lighthearted horror to a favorite holiday or any special occasion when you want to express your love with a unique touch. Opposite each of the 40 sticker sheets are the same designs so that you can test out the colors you want to use before applying them to the stickers. Once you’ve removed the sticker sheets, you’ll have a spooky keepsake collection of “works in progress.”]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a2077370-6c3a-415f-85b5-b4590026cdc3 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 01 01 Thunder Bay Press SIMO572 Thunder Bay Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11 in 01 279.4 mm 02 8.5 in 02 215.9 mm 03 0.35 in 03 8.89 mm 08 1.04 lb 08 16.64 oz 08 471.74 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 24 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 0.00 0.00 S 10.00 24.54 2.45 20260910 02 30.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 0.00 0.00 S 15.00 26.95 4.04 20260910 Thunder Bay Press AU 01 20270112 9781668008867 02 02 1668008866 03 9781668008867 14 19781668008864 15 9781668008867 11 BB B402 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Live Like a Citizen</TitleText> <Subtitle>8 Ways to Change Your Mindset and Our Country</Subtitle> 01 194185218 1 A01 Eric Liu Liu, Eric Eric Liu Eric Liu 01 eng 240 00 240 03 POL003000 10 SEL021000 10 POL040000 20 politics; economics; inflation; affordability; scarcity; cost of living; election; partisan; polarization; election; american politics; democracy; bill of rights; history of free speech; free expression; faith; threatening democracy; congress; Bowling Alone; american community; community values; community-building; local government; join or die; internet and social connection; civic engagement; social analysis; social capital; community disconnection; social media influence; robert d. putnam; civic health; american society fragmentation; social bonds and life satisfaction; neighborhood quality of life; social isolation; civic decline; public affairs; modern america; social connection decline; social structures and community; modern societal challenges; better together;decline of middle class; decline of american dream; opportunity gap; social capital; community revival; 01 01 01 02 A spiritual guide to creating hope and healing in American civic life.

We live in a time of fracture and lost faith. But most Americans don’t want this feeling. Most of us, the exhausted majority, want to be invited into something better. That’s the call of Live Like a Citizen: to give everyone the tools to turn away from the resentment and cynicism eroding democratic life. To turn toward a healthier way of living together. Eric Liu, CEO of Citizen University, gives readers eight deep practices for rekindling our belief in democracy—and our own humanity.

Each chapter centers on a single verb—an elemental civic way to be and to be with. Through powerful stories of Americans from many backgrounds, we learn anew how to:

1. See: Seeing too quickly makes us manipulable by algorithms and exploitable by politicians. We’ve got to retrain our eyes to stop making three-dimensional humans as flat as our screens.

2. Listen: Listening can’t solve everything—but nothing can be solved without listening. We’ve forgotten the transformative civic power of making someone feel truly heard.

3. Feel: We will learn how to practice civic joy, civic love, and civic grief. To face ourselves so we can face each other. To make pain into a bridge rather than a moat.

4. Join: Joining is more than lurking on the sidelines or being “alone together” online. It is finding purpose by committing to others, in person and in place, over and over.

5. Fight: We don’t need fewer arguments. We need fewer stupid ones. When we argue to understand rather than to win, we make relationship possible. Fighting like a citizen means fighting like we must live together perpetually.

6. Change: You cannot truly change another person’s mind unless you are willing to change your own. And you cannot change it unless you know your own mind and learn the minds of others—and resist being too sure you’re right.

7. Imagine: Civic imagination is a powerful force—but it can be used to harm as well as heal. Imagining a shared future in our diverse society is therefore a practice—and an imperative.

8. Commit: When we live out these habits of heart and mind, we are creating a new culture of commitment—to one another, and to the purposes of our continuing revolution.

Democracy works only if enough of us believe democracy works. Live Like a Citizen will give you reason to believe—and the tools to transform belief into everyday action.]]> 13 02 08 02 — Robert D. Putnam, author of Bowling Alone

“No one today expresses love of country more beautifully than Eric Liu. His faith in America, and Americans, moves and inspires. He offers a set of concrete civic practices to help us hear our better angels again and follow their lead. His stories are like the balm in Gilead that makes the wounded whole.” —Danielle Allen, author of Our Declaration and Harvard professor

“Are you upset about the state of the nation? Eric Liu, America’s most creative civic entrepreneur, offers a step-by-step guide to being part of the solution—while turning your life into a work of art. You will be changed!”—David Brooks, author of How to Know a Person and staff writer at The Atlantic

“Eric Liu shows us how to make sense of our times—and each other. This book is an essential road map for anyone who seeks to awaken civic imagination and embolden community. It’s a potent remedy for apathy and perceived disempowerment.”—Anna Deavere Smith, playwright and actor

“In our complex world, where we sometimes feel there’s nothing we can do individually that can make a difference, Eric Liu has written a
wisdom-filled how-to book for reconnecting with each other. Drawing on decades of experience of interacting with communities all over our country, Eric reignites our belief that living like a citizen first requires confidence in ourselves and a commitment to act, and then the culture
follows.”—Yo-Yo Ma]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a6343bfe-4664-45c3-8991-b3e10034a9cd 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 1.2 in 03 30.48 mm 08 0.685 lb 08 10.96 oz 08 310.71 gr 06 15 9781668008874 27 15 9781668008881 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261110 9781668022498 02 02 1668022494 03 9781668022498 14 19781668022495 15 9781668022498 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Inside the Owner's Box</TitleText> <Subtitle>Conversations on Power and Leadership in Sports</Subtitle> 01 199861481 1 A01 David M. Rubenstein Rubenstein, David M. David M. Rubenstein New York Times bestselling author of How to Invest, How to Lead, The American Experiment, The American Story, The Highest Calling, and Inside the Owner’s Box. He is Cofounder and Cochairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. An original signer of The Giving Pledge and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Mr. Rubenstein is Chairman of the Boards of the Council on Foreign Relations, the National Gallery of Art, the Economic Club of Washington, and the University of Chicago. A Baltimore native, Rubenstein is the Chairman, CEO, and principal owner of Major League Baseball’s Baltimore Orioles. He is the host of The David Rubenstein Show on Bloomberg TV and PBS, and Bloomberg Wealth with David Rubenstein on Bloomberg TV.]]> David M. Rubenstein 01 eng 320 00 320 03 SPO068000 10 BUS071000 10 BUS025000 20 sports team ownership;business of sports;David M. Rubenstein;Baltimore Orioles;New England Patriots;Bob Kraft;Ted Leonsis;Michel Kang;Washington Spirit;Chicago Cubs;Tom Ricketts;Seattle Kraken;Samantha Holloway;Phoenix Suns;Mat Ishbia;Brooklyn Nets;Joe Tsai;sports finance;team valuation;salary caps;private equity in sports;fan engagement;social media in sports;winning culture;community impact;sports history;Oriole Park at Camden Yards;Wrigley Field;women's sports;professionalizing women's sports;sports industry trends;media coverage of sports;sports betting;economic impact of sports teams;civic responsibility in sports;emotional investment in sports;public scrutiny of sports owners;modern sports ownership;sports team management;expansion teams in sports;building a sports team;sports team infrastructure;sports team success strategies;sports team challenges;investment in sports;sports team profitability;sports team community engagement;sports team fan relationships;sports team public image;sports team emotional satisfaction;sports team ownership satisfaction;sports team cultural impact;sports team role models;sports team influence;sports team media visibility;sports team owner interviews;sports team owner stories;sports team owner experiences;sports team owner insights;sports team owner strategies;sports team owner challenges;sports team owner rewards;sports team owner satisfaction;sports team owner community impact;sports team owner financial investment;sports team owner passion;sports team owner commitment 01 01 01 02 Go inside the high-stakes world of sports ownership as New York Times bestselling author and owner of the Baltimore Orioles David M. Rubenstein reveals the financial strategies, leadership secrets, and billion-dollar deal-making behind championship franchises through conversations with America's most powerful owners—Robert Kraft, Jeff Lurie, Tom Ricketts, and more.

What does it really take to own a championship franchise?

David M. Rubenstein, bestselling author and Baltimore Orioles owner, takes you under the hood of professional sports ownership through candid conversations with America's most powerful team owners.

Featuring moguls like:

Robert Kraft (Patriots) · Jeff Lurie (Eagles) · Ted Leonsis (Wizards, Capitals) · Clara Wu Tsai (Nets) · Tom Ricketts (Cubs) and more.

Discover:

· How owners negotiate billion-dollar franchise acquisitions

· The financial playbook behind elite ownership, including valuations, private equity, and profit engines

· Mastering media rights, sports betting, and the evolving fan economy

· Leadership lessons about building championship cultures

Inside the Owner’s Box offers unprecedented access to sports’ most successful owners. Whether you’re captivated by the business of sports or the game itself, this is your insider's guide to competing, and winning, at the highest level.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestselling author of How to Invest, How to Lead, The American Experiment, The American Story, The Highest Calling, and Inside the Owner’s Box. He is Cofounder and Cochairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. An original signer of The Giving Pledge and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Mr. Rubenstein is Chairman of the Boards of the Council on Foreign Relations, the National Gallery of Art, the Economic Club of Washington, and the University of Chicago. A Baltimore native, Rubenstein is the Chairman, CEO, and principal owner of Major League Baseball’s Baltimore Orioles. He is the host of The David Rubenstein Show on Bloomberg TV and PBS, and Bloomberg Wealth with David Rubenstein on Bloomberg TV.]]> 08 02 "Inside the Owner’s Box is an inside look at the unique responsibilities that come with owning and operating a professional sports franchise, told through the firsthand perspectives of some of the most accomplished team owners.” — Adam Silver, NBA Commissioner]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/759fa9b4-208a-47ea-8ada-b3db004484fd 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1.055 lb 08 16.88 oz 08 478.54 gr 06 15 9781668022504 27 15 9781668022511 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261110 9781668046432 02 02 1668046431 03 9781668046432 14 19781668046439 15 9781668046432 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Many Faces of Johnny Depp</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Many Faces of Johnny Depp</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 211839980 1 A01 Mark Seal Seal, Mark Mark Seal Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli; Wildflower; and The Man in the Rockefeller Suit. He joined Vanity Fair as a contributing editor in 2003, covering stories as varied as the Bernie Madoff scandal, Ghislaine Maxwell, the fall of Olympian Oscar Pistorius, the making of classic films such as Pulp Fiction, and many more. His 2016 Vanity Fair article “The Over the Hill Gang,” about a gang of retired thieves who pulled off the biggest jewel heist in British history, was the basis of the 2018 film King of Thieves, starring Michael Caine. His website is Mark-Seal.com.]]> Mark Seal 01 eng 400 00 400 03 BIO013000 10 BIO005000 10 PER004060 20 Hollywood; Johnny Depp biography; Hollywood biography; actor biography; celebrity biography; Johnny Depp movies; Pirates of the Caribbean; Captain Jack Sparrow; Tim Burton collaborator; 21 Jump Street; A Nightmare on Elm Street; Edward Scissorhands; Amber Heard defamation trial; Johnny Depp Amber Heard trial; celebrity court case; rock and roll kid; movie star comeback; Hollywood controversy; famous actors; controversial actors; film industry biography; books for Johnny Depp fans; books for movie fans; books for film buffs; pop culture biography; entertainment biography; celebrity scandal; Vanity Fair writer; New York Times bestselling author; gifts for movie fans; gifts for Johnny Depp fans; gifts for pop culture fans; Hollywood books; Jack Sparrow; Tim Burton films; Depp trial; Johnny Depp trial; Depp comeback; Dior Sauvage; What’s Eating Gilbert Grape; Ed Wood; Benny & Joon; Alice in Wonderland; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; Corpse Bride; Rango 93 DNBF 93 ATF 93 ATC 01 01 01 02 Step inside the mad, mad world of Johnny Depp—one of Hollywood’s most famous, unique, and controversial actors of all time—and find the story of his unconventional life, career, and comeback from Mark Seal, the New York Times bestselling author of Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli.

In 1983, high-school dropout Johnny Depp and his rock band the Kids moved from Florida to Los Angeles to make it big. But after the band found little success, Depp stumbled into Hollywood practically by accident when in his first-ever audition, he secured a leading role in A Nightmare on Elm Street. From there, he became known as a teenage heartthrob on 21 Jump Street and then an idiosyncratic Tim Burton collaborator in Edward Scissorhands and seven other films, along with an astonishing array of other movies. But after his performance as Captain Jack Sparrow in the mega-blockbuster Pirates of the Caribbean, Depp was transformed overnight into, in the words of his former agent, the “biggest star in the world.”

Pirates came at a steep cost—so much money and so much fame, and so very fast. Like his idols Hunter S. Thompson, Marlon Brando, and Keith Richards, Depp is one of the last true renegades, mixing his internal and external chaos with his art, his life rivaling the drama of the incredible collection of faces he’s worn on-screen. In recent years, his real life has taken center stage, with his divorce from Amber Heard and defamation trial, a livestreamed court battle that rallied millions behind #JusticeForJohnnyDepp. He emerged, in his words, “shunned, dumped, booted, deep-sixed, canceled.” Now, he’s making a comeback (though he rejects that word), appearing in at least two forthcoming films.

With insights from almost a hundred individuals who have known Depp, this biography traces the timing, talent, trauma, and sheer luck that transformed a rock and roll kid from Florida into a celebrity supernova.]]> 13 02 Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli; Wildflower; and The Man in the Rockefeller Suit. He joined Vanity Fair as a contributing editor in 2003, covering stories as varied as the Bernie Madoff scandal, Ghislaine Maxwell, the fall of Olympian Oscar Pistorius, the making of classic films such as Pulp Fiction, and many more. His 2016 Vanity Fair article “The Over the Hill Gang,” about a gang of retired thieves who pulled off the biggest jewel heist in British history, was the basis of the 2018 film King of Thieves, starring Michael Caine. His website is Mark-Seal.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d27486b8-9a52-41f9-9f3c-b3f100354f31 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.985 in 03 25.019 mm 08 1.289 lb 08 20.624 oz 08 584.68 gr 06 15 9781668046449 27 15 9781668046456 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20270112 20 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20270112 9781668050651 02 02 166805065X 03 9781668050651 14 19781668050658 15 9781668050651 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Keep This for Me</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 213431384 1 A01 Jennifer Fawcett Fawcett, Jennifer Jennifer Fawcett Beneath the Stairs. Born and raised in Canada, she spent a decade living in the Midwest before settling in the Hudson Valley. She holds an MFA from the Iowa Playwrights Workshop. Her plays have been published by Original Works and in Third Coast Magazine, Reunion: The Dallas Review, and in the anthology Long Story Short. Visit her at JenniferFawcettAuthor.com]]> CA Jennifer Fawcett 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC030000 FH 2.1 10 FIC050000 10 FIC019000 20 Beneath the stairs; true crime; serial killer; disappearance; generational trauma; trucking; mystery; suspense; female protagonist; missing persons; family secrets; investigation; psychological thriller; highway horror; mother-daughter relationship; small town; true crime; Richard chizmar; crime investigation; generational trauma; true detective; crime fiction; dark secrets; detective work; grief and loss; unraveling truths; survival; edge-of-your-seat; abduction; psychological drama; lake; past trauma; generational impact; crime investigation; coming of age; revenge; truck driver; tension; disappearance; redemption; the it girl; Ruth Ware; all the dangerous things; Stacey Willingham; notes on an execution; Danya Kukafka; these silent woods; Kimi Cunningham Grant; the night swim; Megan Goldin; hidden pictures; Jason Rekulak; all good people here; Ashley Flowers; a slow fire burning; Paula Hawkins; the maidens; Alex Michaelides; the paris agreement; Lucy Foley; 93 FH 93 FF 93 FBA 01 01 01 02 “Gripping and suspenseful all the way to its shocking end.” —Ana Reyes, New York Times bestselling author

The acclaimed author of the “chilling, mesmerizing debut” (Rachel Harrison, author of The Return) Beneath the Stairs returns with a gripping, atmospheric suspense novel about a woman investigating a serial killer’s connection to her mother’s disappearance—for fans of I Have Some Questions for You and Notes on an Execution.

One hot August night in 1993, a young couple go to a party. When their car breaks down, they are picked up by a truck driver who attacks the man and abducts the woman. She is never seen again.

That woman was Fiona Green’s mother. When the trucker, Eddie Ward, is caught, a mass grave of bodies is discovered in his backyard but Fiona’s mother isn’t there.

Now, on his prison deathbed, Ward insists that he didn’t kill her. Fiona finds herself back in the small town where her mother disappeared and is left stunned when history repeats itself: another woman, another roadside breakdown, and another disappearance. Only this time the primary suspect is Jason Ward, Eddie’s son. Desperate, Fiona hunts down answers, unaware that she is being drawn into a dangerous trap.

“Raw and lyrical” (Sarah Crouch, USA TODAY bestselling author), Keep This for Me is a fresh, spellbinding exploration of what we unwillingly inherit from our parents and how one random act can send ripples years into the future.]]> 13 02 Beneath the Stairs. Born and raised in Canada, she spent a decade living in the Midwest before settling in the Hudson Valley. She holds an MFA from the Iowa Playwrights Workshop. Her plays have been published by Original Works and in Third Coast Magazine, Reunion: The Dallas Review, and in the anthology Long Story Short. Visit her at JenniferFawcettAuthor.com]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8f0eb04a-b705-4665-8f6e-b3f5003467d5 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 01 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 0.88 in 03 22.352 mm 08 0.597 lb 08 9.552 oz 08 270.79 gr 06 15 9781668050644 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Atria Books AU 01 20270112 9781668053652 02 02 1668053659 03 9781668053652 14 19781668053659 15 9781668053652 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>A Danger to the Minds of Young Girls</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>A</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Danger to the Minds of Young Girls</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Margaret C. Anderson, Book Bans, and the Fight to Modernize Literature</Subtitle> 01 214823331 1 A01 Adam Morgan Morgan, Adam Adam Morgan Esquire, and has also been published in The Paris Review, Scientific American, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, and more. He spent a decade in Chicago, during which time he founded the Chicago Review of Books and covered the city’s arts and culture for Chicago magazine and the Chicago Reader.]]> Adam Morgan 01 eng 288 00 288 03 BIO031000 BGL 2.1 10 BIO022000 10 HIS036060 20 Literary history; margaret c. Anderson; LGBTQ; Ulysses; James Joyce; the editor; flapper; nasty women; the little review; Queer history; feminism; lesbian; twentieth century literature; Toni at Random; Flapper; literary; Dubliners; finnegans wake; publishing industry; modernism; the editor; the book-makers; queer history; Publishing; books about publishing; biography; The Little Review; censorship; Feminism; LGBTQ rights; Modernist literature pioneers; James Joyce obscenity trial; The Rope; Margaret C. Anderson's impact on literature; biography of literary figures; history of literary censorship; women in publishing; Early 20th-century literary movements; Influential women in literature; Modernist literature; LGBTQ advocates in literature; Literary history of Ulysses; Figures in literary history; Ezra Pound; Chicago literary history; Literary trials and controversies; Pioneers of modernist movement; influential publishers in literature; queers in publishing; twentieth century literature; lesbian; literary magazine; 93 DNBL 93 JBSF1 93 JBSJ 01 01 01 02 “A fascinating account of a remarkable woman dangerously ahead of her time.” —Kevin Kwan, New York Times bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians

The life and times of literary pioneer and queer icon Margaret C. Anderson, who risked everything to be the first to publish James Joyce’s Ulysses in America. Perfect for fans of The Editor, Flapper, and Nasty Women.

Already under fire for publishing the literary avant-garde into a world not ready for it, Margaret C. Anderson’s cutting-edge magazine The Little Review was a bastion of progressive politics and boundary-pushing writing from then-unknowns like T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, William Butler Yeats, and Djuna Barnes. And as its publisher, Anderson was a target. From Chicago to New York and Paris, this fearless agitator helmed a woman-led publication that pushed American culture forward and challenged the sensibilities of early 20th century Americans dismayed by its salacious writing and advocacy for supposed extremism like women’s suffrage, access to birth control, and LBGTQ rights.

But then it went too far. In 1921, Anderson found herself on trial and labeled “a danger to the minds of young girls” by a government seeking to shut her down for having serialized James Joyce’s masterpiece Ulysses in her magazine.

Author, journalist, and literary critic Adam Morgan brings Anderson and her journal to life anew in the “riveting and indispensable” (The Boston Globe) A Danger to the Minds of Young Girls, capturing a moment of cultural acceleration and backlash all too familiar today while shining light on an unsung heroine of American arts and letters.]]> 13 02 Esquire, and has also been published in The Paris Review, Scientific American, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, and more. He spent a decade in Chicago, during which time he founded the Chicago Review of Books and covered the city’s arts and culture for Chicago magazine and the Chicago Reader.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ed6fb095-7041-4832-926a-b3f500346ad7 01 Atria/One Signal Publishers SIMO674 Atria/One Signal Publishers 01 01 Atria/One Signal Publishers SIMO674 Atria/One Signal Publishers 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.72 in 03 18.288 mm 08 0.513 lb 08 8.208 oz 08 232.69 gr 06 15 9781668053645 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Atria/One Signal Publishers AU 01 20270112 9781668056073 02 02 1668056070 03 9781668056073 14 19781668056070 15 9781668056073 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Frequency of Living Things</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Frequency of Living Things</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 215424187 1 A01 Nick Fuller Googins Fuller Googins, Nick Nick Fuller Googins The Paris Review, the Los Angeles Times, The Southern Review, and elsewhere. He lives in Maine and works as an elementary school teacher. He is the author of The Great Transition and The Frequency of Living Things. ]]> Nick Fuller Googins 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC019000 10 FIC045020 10 FIC044000 20 sisterhood; family drama; band; rock band; musical artists; literary fiction; twin sisters; band; musical artist; secrets; family secrets; mother daughter relationships; estranged family; estranged parent; sibling rivalry; sister bond; fractured family; sibling dynamics; coming of age; artistic ambition; creative partnership; sibling musicians; indie rock; touring life; backstage drama; rise to fame; fall from grace; small-town roots; Appalachian setting; generational trauma; intergenerational conflict; maternal legacy; absent parents; Demon copperhead; opiod novel; music; fiction about music; bad sisters; the great transition; novels about sisters; kingsolver; patchett; richard powers; the overstory; tom lake; claire lambardo; sisterhood; family; codependency; toxic relationships; addiction; detoxing; toxic family; the great transition; women's fiction; relationships; 93 FBA 93 FS 01 01 01 02 An “emotionally resonant family saga” (The Washington Post) about three sisters who unearth lifetimes of family tensions as they are forced to rescue one of their own from peril, testing the limits of sacrifice, sisterhood, and forgiveness from the author of the “profound work of great wisdom” (Alice Elliott Dark) The Great Transition.

Josie may be the youngest sister, but she takes care of everyone. She is the left-brained scientist to her twin sisters’ right-brained artistic chaos. She makes sure their rent gets paid on time, they make their therapy appointments, and has also been their de-facto band manager since she was a teenager. When Ara, her middle sister (by a few minutes), calls from jail, it isn’t exactly a surprise, and Josie knows exactly how to snap into action.

Emma is the quintessential frontwoman, complete with looks and attitude. But the success of The Twins’ first (and only) album is two decades behind her. Hiding under the surface of her swagger is a long-held guilt that has turned her into her sister’s enabler. Emma knows she needs Ara’s creative genius and thinks a jailhouse record could be just the thing to get Ara her freedom and their band back on the main stage.

Ara is detoxing, not only from her opioid habit but also from her family. The truth is, as crazy as it sounds, she’s not in a hurry to get out of lock-up. In the most unlikely and dangerous of places, this could be her chance to face the demons of her past and disentangle herself from her family.

“At once harrowing and gorgeous” (Booklist, starred review), The Frequency of Living Things explores the timeless question of how our individual destinies are intertwined with our family, our siblings, and our history no matter how we try to untangle ourselves from them.]]> 13 02 The Paris Review, the Los Angeles Times, The Southern Review, and elsewhere. He lives in Maine and works as an elementary school teacher. He is the author of The Great Transition and The Frequency of Living Things. ]]> 08 02 The Washington Post]]> 08 02 Harper’s Bazaar]]> 08 02 The Frequency of Living Things will leave the reader stunned and touched.”—Booklist (starred review)]]> 08 02 Shelf Awareness]]> 08 02 The Frequency of Living Things, Nick Fuller Googins captures the intricate forces of human connection with stunning prose: a rare blend of music, language, and depth. With a piercing understanding of the complexities of the human heart, Googins explores both the destructive and healing connections that tether us to those we love. The destinies of the three sisters, Josie, Emma, and Ara, explode off the page. Wise, clever, and profound, this novel is an exploration of the natural world, sisterhood, addiction, sacrifice, and the impossible choices of love.” —Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times Bestselling author of The Secret Book of Flora Lea]]> 08 02 The Frequency of Living Things is a masterfully written family saga, an ode to how our mothers, daughters and sisters often understand us better than we do ourselves. I would gladly spend forever with the fiercely loving, bitingly tender Tayloe sisters and their complicated, heroic mother. Heartbreaking yet filled with hope, Googins's sophomore novel cements him as one of our greatest contemporary novelists.” —Cat Shook, author of If We're Being Honest]]> 08 02 PRAISE FOR THE GREAT TRANSITION

“The Great Transition sets itself apart through its visionary scope and possibility for change…Urgent but hopeful.” —Chicago Review of Books]]> 08 02 Lit Hub]]> 08 02 The Washington Post]]> 08 02 The Great Transition is electrifyingly relevant. I can’t remember ever being more impressed with a first novel.” —William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of This Tender Land]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e7cf04ef-4c6e-40e0-8663-b3f500346de1 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 01 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 0.84 in 03 21.336 mm 08 0.517 lb 08 8.272 oz 08 234.51 gr 06 15 9781668056066 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Atria Books AU 01 20270112 9781668061473 02 02 1668061473 03 9781668061473 14 19781668061470 15 9781668061473 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me</TitleText> 01 218589985 1 A01 Lil Jon Lil Jon Lil Jon born Jonathan Smith, is a rapper, producer, and DJ widely recognized as a pioneer of the crunk movement in hip-hop. Rising to prominence in the early 2000s with hits like “Get Low” and collaborations with artists across genres, he helped bring Southern hip-hop to the mainstream while earning a Grammy Award for his production on Usher’s “Yeah!”. ]]> 2 A02 Paul Cantor Cantor, Paul Paul Cantor Most Dope: The Extraordinary Life of Mac Miller (Abrams, 2022). His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Vulture, Rolling Stone, XXL, Esquire, Billboard, and dozens of other outlets. Born and raised in New York City, he began his career as a music producer before becoming one of music journalism’s most respected voices. He has interviewed and written about many of the genre’s defining artists and figures, including J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, 50 Cent, Wu-Tang Clan, Logic, Common, Scarface, Wyclef Jean, Damon Dash, Young Jeezy, M.I.A., Action Bronson, and Suge Knight. I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me is his first co-written memoir.]]> Lil Jon 01 eng 304 00 304 03 BIO004000 10 MUS031000 10 MUS050000 20 Grammy award; hip-hop; producer; Black Author; memoir; music producer; showman; king of crunk; music memoir; hip-hop memoir; celebrity memoir; dj; Books about Black Lives; crunk; southern hip hop; Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz; Turn Down for What; YEAH; Hype; Crunk; Crunk Rock; Super Bowl LVIII; DJ; DJing; Party Music; Sound Factory; Royal Peackock Lounge; Atlanta; Hip-Hop; So So Def; Hot 97; Outkast; My Boo; Freaknik; Who U Wit; Get Crunk; Couldn't Be a Better Player; Bia Bia; Put Yo Hood Up; Kings of Crunk; Get Low; Freak-A-Leak; Jeezy; Gucci; Jay-Z; Crunk Juice; Pitbull; Dave Chapelle; Chris Rock; DJ Spider; GET OUTTA YOUR MIND; Celebrity Apprentice; Alive; Usher;? 93 DNBF1 93 AVLP 93 AVP 01 01 01 02 The Grammy Award–winning, legendary producer, global hype-master, and King of Crunk, Lil Jon, on the story of his life and his transformation into the high-volume showman behind a musical evolution.

For decades, the Grammy Award–winning artist Lil Jon has captivated audiences with the high-energy, chant-heavy, and bass-driven musical style that has become uniquely his own. However, before Lil Jon began his reign as “The King of Crunk,” he was just Jonathan Smith, a kid from the suburbs of Atlanta discovering his love for music and performance.

Now, in I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me, Lil Jon peels back the layers of his larger-than-life persona for the first time, revealing the circumstances that led to the creation of his world-famous persona. He recounts his early exposure to music and his rapid rise in the Atlanta music scene, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the city’s distinct hip-hop sound. Beyond the creation of massive hits like “Get Low” and “Yeah!,” Lil Jon opens up about the personal struggles that accompanied his fame, including creative burnout and the search for meaning beyond the stage. He explores his rediscovery of his passion for DJing and reinvents himself as a multifaceted artist and entrepreneur, only to face a heartbreak no parent should ever have to endure.

With candid voice and thoughtfulness, I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, creativity, and authenticity, delivering an inspiring message to aspiring artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who dares to defy expectations, embrace change, and find success on their own terms.]]> 13 02 born Jonathan Smith, is a rapper, producer, and DJ widely recognized as a pioneer of the crunk movement in hip-hop. Rising to prominence in the early 2000s with hits like “Get Low” and collaborations with artists across genres, he helped bring Southern hip-hop to the mainstream while earning a Grammy Award for his production on Usher’s “Yeah!”.

Paul Cantor is the author of the critically acclaimed, bestselling biography Most Dope: The Extraordinary Life of Mac Miller (Abrams, 2022). His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Vulture, Rolling Stone, XXL, Esquire, Billboard, and dozens of other outlets. Born and raised in New York City, he began his career as a music producer before becoming one of music journalism’s most respected voices. He has interviewed and written about many of the genre’s defining artists and figures, including J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, 50 Cent, Wu-Tang Clan, Logic, Common, Scarface, Wyclef Jean, Damon Dash, Young Jeezy, M.I.A., Action Bronson, and Suge Knight. I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me is his first co-written memoir.]]> 08 02 —Publishers Weekly

“Lil Jon’s stories of his career in music are, unsurprisingly, entertaining, but he also reveals himself to be quite thoughtful, reflecting on his sometimes-troubled family and, in the end of the book, on an unimaginable tragedy. Despite that, this is a fun, reflective book from an entertainer who knows how to make people smile.”
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Renie has always done what’s expected of her. At thirty-nine, she’s a devoted wife, a mother of seven, and the kind of woman who puts everyone else first. But just weeks after giving birth to her youngest child, Renie is diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer and given three months to live.

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Warm, wise, and full of heart, Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone is a moving celebration of life at its most fragile and most fierce; a reminder that it’s never too late to choose yourself.]]> 13 02 Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone is her debut novel.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/56fbeaa3-90d7-434e-9d23-b3000025981f 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.825 in 03 20.955 mm 08 1.136 lb 08 18.176 oz 08 515.28 gr 06 15 9781668064979 27 15 9781668064986 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261215 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261215 9781668067833 02 02 1668067838 03 9781668067833 14 19781668067830 15 9781668067833 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Age of Cures</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Age of Cures</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>How American Scientists Saved Your Life</Subtitle> 01 220895141 1 A01 Barry Werth Werth, Barry Barry Werth The Billion-Dollar Molecule, recounts the founding and early struggles of a startup pharmaceutical company, Vertex, in its quest for the perfect drug. His sequel, The Antidote, continues the story of Vertex as it emerges as a leader in delivering breakthrough medicines. The Age of Cures, the final book in his trilogy, introduces readers to the founding visionaries of the pharmaceutical revolution. Werth’s articles have appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and GQ, among other publications. He has taught journalism and nonfiction writing at Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, and Boston University. He lives in Northampton, Massachusetts.]]> Barry Werth 01 eng 400 00 400 03 MED039000 10 BUS070130 10 HIS036060 20 pharmaceuticals; big pharma; pharmaceutical industry; pharmaceutical; modern medicine; medicine; meds; covid; covid-19; flu; influenza; vaccine; vaccines; pfizer; mups; miracle drug; drug; drugs; drug store; pharmacy; rubella; polio; penicillin; antibiotics; cure; treatment; scientific history; science history; scientific progress; advances in science; scientific advancements; cortisone; WWII; WWI; world war two; 1930s; 1960s; 1940s; 1950s; pharma history; history; USAID; medical technology; vertex books; books about vertex; the antidote; billion dollar molecule; berry werth; 93 MBX 93 MKG 93 MBNK 01 01 01 02 From the acclaimed author of Billion Dollar Molecule and The Antidote, a revisionist, passionate history of the pharmaceutical industry, detailing how the nascent industry ushered in an age of cures.

For the past thirty-five years, the acclaimed author Barry Werth has been covering one of the most consequential and underappreciated stories of our time—the rise of pharmaceutical companies, along with the science of drug research and the people who make it all happen. Now he delivers The Age of Cures, a fascinating, in-depth history of the birth of the pharmaceutical industry in the United States, and reveals how that industry created the “miracle drugs” that have saved billions of lives.

In the early part of the 20th century, patients routinely died from the flu, if they didn’t contract a deadlier disease such as rubella, mumps, or polio first. But with advances in technology, the young talent at universities across the country, and the significant investment from a federal government eager to prepare for a second world war, medicine exploded in the 1930s to the 1960s to finally meet the needs of a sick populace. Vitamins, penicillin, wide-spectrum antibiotics, cortisone, a polio vaccine, and cancer chemotherapy revolutionized health care.

Werth brings medicine’s unsung heroes—including Max Tishler, James Conant, George Merck, Alfred Newton Richards, Vannevar Bush, and Selman Waksman—to life in this impassioned and compelling chronicle of the golden age of scientific progress. He also shows us how this crucial investment in science modernized the United States, establishing a scientific powerhouse for decades to come.

A lively work of science history, The Age of Cures is a case study of the values that made American research a model for the world, and a reminder of how society relies on investments in its scientists.]]> 13 02 The Billion-Dollar Molecule, recounts the founding and early struggles of a startup pharmaceutical company, Vertex, in its quest for the perfect drug. His sequel, The Antidote, continues the story of Vertex as it emerges as a leader in delivering breakthrough medicines. The Age of Cures, the final book in his trilogy, introduces readers to the founding visionaries of the pharmaceutical revolution. Werth’s articles have appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and GQ, among other publications. He has taught journalism and nonfiction writing at Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, and Boston University. He lives in Northampton, Massachusetts.]]> 23 02 Mankind shall have fire in spite of the tyrant who sits on the mountaintop.

—Prometheus, of Greek mythology

AUGUST 28, 1918

Ten weeks before the armistice that ended World War I, influenza broke out on the receiving ship at Commonwealth Pier in South Boston, an overcrowded processing depot for troops returning from Europe. Within a week, more than two dozen cases were reported at the facility. By mid-September, the misnamed Spanish flu (the first cases had appeared the previous spring at an army base in rural Kansas) had infected nearly 2,000 of the 21,000 sailors stationed in the Boston area. At Camp Devens, a hastily built, wildly unsanitary, tragically understaffed 45,000-man cantonment thirty-five miles northwest of the city, waves of battle-hardened young men began to show up at sick call with “the most vicious type of Pneumonia that has ever been seen,” a camp doctor recorded. “Two hours after admission they have the Mahogany spots over the cheekbones, and a few hours later you can see the Cyanosis extending from their ears and spreading all over the face, until it is hard to distinguish the coloured men from the white.”

Starved for oxygen, their blood turned blue, their skin cobalt. They coughed so violently it ruptured abdominal muscles and rib cartilage. Rumors spread that the illness wasn’t pneumonia at all but the Black Death, the pestilence that had killed up to half of all Europeans in the mid-fourteenth century and resurfaced periodically. “Blood was everywhere, on linens, clothes, pouring out of some men’s nostrils and even ears while others coughed it up,” wrote the author John M. Barry, the foremost chronicler of the contagion that over the next eighteen months would become the deadliest pandemic in human history and, more pointedly, “the first great collision between nature and modern science.”

Nearly fifty years into the technological transformation that had made America a beacon of progress—ever since the Civil War—US science was ascendant. People believed that the country was God’s instrument for revolutionizing and leading the world. Darwinian evolution—“survival of the fittest”—became a national creed. Cheap electricity and abundant carbon-based fuels propelled a great industrial power toward a dominant future. Telephones and radio brought the world into living rooms and kitchens. Inventions upon inventions—automobiles, airplanes, luxury ships, submarines, forensic X-rays—transported people farther and faster than ever before toward new realms of possibility, discovery, fantasy, and exploitation. Synthetic chemicals and gases were decisive in winning World War I, “the war to end all wars.”

Medical science was a different case. In the understanding and treatment of disease, the German Empire’s universities, institutes, medical schools, pharmaceutical laboratories, and chemical companies reigned supreme, far outpacing limited competition from Switzerland, England, France, Russia, and Japan. America’s unaffiliated elite facilities were nowhere in the picture. Scientists were isolated, dependent upon private funds and support to do their experiments.

As a frontier nation, not a fully settled one, the United States had neither the time nor the patience to build and manage a medical ecosystem. Its leading temples of science, Johns Hopkins University and Rockefeller University, drew top medical investigators and provided them with state-of-the-art resources, and affluent patients flocked to Baltimore and New York to find out what was making them sick. Regional private clinics and medical schools advanced the understanding of numerous diseases but had no rational, informed basis for how to treat or prevent them. Government activities in matters of public health were ad hoc, minuscule, misinformed; inevitably, they were too little, too late and often dead wrong.

City officials in Boston were caught off guard when three civilians died of influenza in early September. Drained of doctors and nurses doing wartime duty, the city at first kept schools open, reasoning that children would be safer in school, where trained nurses could examine them. By the end of the month, a thousand Bostonians were dead of influenza. Pharmacies remained open around the clock so that overwhelmed doctors could telephone in prescriptions, not that there were any effective remedies. Physicians prescribed aspirin for moderate symptoms, heroin for more severe ones. They stood helplessly as legions of their patients died before their eyes and could do nothing but don a surgical mask and pray. At Devens, bodies were stacked like cordwood until they could be removed. Quarantined civilians were rounded up into camps.

In Dorchester, the pharmacist Max Goldberg needed someone to help him package and deliver some of the medicines in highest demand: Epsom salts, castor oil, aspirin, and camphor, which people living in tenements sharing beds with sick and dying loved ones hoped might protect them. A physician recommended an elfin, studious twelve-year-old who also hawked newspapers at trolley stops before school and babysat the doctor’s child and answered his telephone. Even as a schoolboy, Max Tishler “worked all the time,” he would later say. Evenings and weekends now, while it felt as if all the city was dying, he stood at Goldberg’s side while the elderly chemist compounded the powders and solutions that Max then raced to deliver in time to be of help.

He dodged funeral processions and spent late nights doing his schoolwork on ill-lit trolleys clamoring up deserted streets. Posters spread the warning “SPIT SPREADS DEATH.” Bottle after bottle, Max ferried a proposition that a pill could fight illness and bring relief, even when nothing could. Often he arrived too late. He would remember the stricken faces of the people in the doorways decades into adulthood.

Tishler’s parents had migrated from Eastern Europe around 1870; his mother, Anna, was from Austria; his father, Samuel, was a cobbler from Romania. They had six children before Max’s father left home for reasons he “could never really understand.” The fifth child, Max, was four or five years old when Sam Tishler vanished, and all but Max and a younger sister soon left school to help support the family. “So we had a very bad background from the point of view of being able to eke out a living,” Tishler would later recall. “All of us had to work, including my mother. We managed. One of the things that came out of [it] was the desire on my part to get a higher education in college.”

A dedicated student, Tishler excelled in all his classes at Boston English High School. He continued to work for druggists, moved to a bigger store on Commonwealth Avenue, and earned enough to save for his studies. He read everything he could find on synthetic chemistry and thrilled to his teacher’s reenactments of classical experiments. As the pandemic receded quickly and forcefully into a realm of repressed trauma that no one seemed to want to remember or reflect on, Tishler considered pursuing something in the field of health. But when he entered Tufts University as a freshman in 1925, he declared a major in English. He loved verse and hoped to become a poet. When a professor advised him he had no writing talent, he turned to science and switched to premed.

Tufts was a semirural campus in suburban Medford, ten miles from Tishler’s job as a pharmacist in the Beachmont section of Revere, on Boston’s North Shore. Once he left his shoulder bag on a streetcar and rode and walked all night to track down the cache of assignments he was being paid extra to grade. Long before the advent of vending machines, he purchased boxes of candy bars wholesale at a pharmacy and supplied the lab workers at a neat profit. Crackling with energy and in constant motion, Max made time during his senior year to colaunch a German club and serve as its president.

Though he was a standout student, a professor warned him against a career in chemistry. “He said Jews had a hard time getting placed and I wouldn’t get anywhere,” Max recalled. It hadn’t occurred to him that that might be a problem, his family having lost any religious impulse or identification after his father had left. He briefly considered medical school, but within months of graduation, anticipating that he would soon qualify for his pharmacist’s license, meaning he could afford to pay his way through graduate school, he committed himself to a future in the lab. Another professor reassured him, “You’ll break ground and you’ll make things easier for people.”

By the time Tishler arrived in Professor Elmer Peter Kohler’s third-floor chemistry laboratory at Harvard University in late 1929 to begin his graduate studies at age twenty-three, he was all but licensed as a pharmacist. He entered Harvard just a few years after the most antisemitic episode in its history: revising its admission criteria expressly to reduce the proportion of Jews on campus. As a commuter, he would cling to the low rungs of the social order. But he expected to be welcomed as if he belonged, having earned his place by sheer will and murderous effort. He put in long hours in Widener Library, where as a teaching assistant he graded papers and prepared Professor Kohler’s lecture notes, then late nights at his workbench while he ran reactions for Kohler’s experiments and washed his glassware before leaving to cadge a few hours’ sleep, rent free, at the home of a pharmacist for whom he compounded prescriptions on weekends.

He would have preferred to train with James Bryant Conant, two floors below in Converse Laboratories, Harvard’s new ivyless chemistry facility. But when he approached Conant, the brilliant, kinetic Boston-bred wunderkind who by age thirty-seven had already done career-making work with chlorophyll synthesis—a challenge that had defied six or seven generations of chemists—he seemed indifferent. “He didn’t know me and he wasn’t very warm about saying, ‘Come and be in my group. I’ll be delighted to have you,’ ” Max would later recall. And so Tishler joined the cold, austere Kohler. “I’ll get a problem,” he told Tishler, “and if it works out all right maybe you can continue it.”

The sixty-four-year-old Kohler was renowned more for his tactics than for his strategies. He fetishized experimental rigor, the sacrificial determination to know by inference, at whatever cost, an elusive, unseen world. He terrified Max at first. Especially in the sciences, where nearly all the senior men had trained in Europe and strict hierarchical German mores dictated the social order, professors stood high atop pedestals, a caste apart. Kohler, born to stern Mennonite farmers during the last months of the Civil War, was an exacting investigator and inspiring classroom lecturer who refused to speak at scientific meetings. He had few friends even among fellow scientists and seldom socialized, a bachelor who took all his meals, frequently alone, at the faculty club. Once in a while he joined a game of billiards. Conant considered Kohler “almost pathologically shy,” earning him “the entirely undeserved reputation of being an academic snob” and thereby suffering “the fate of more than one shy person whose aloofness is attributed to pride.” But in the realm of his lab, and even among the college freshmen who took his famous introductory course, Chemistry A, he was a demigod.

Conant also had trained under Kohler and, as his lab assistant, witnessed him demonstrate the hazards of experimentation during a class on explosives. “A long lecture table was covered with samples of gunpowder,” Conant recalled, “mammoth pieces used in naval ordnance, open vessels of smaller grains used in army guns, samples of sporting powder.” A small man with a delicate frame, Kohler introduced his subject gently. “There is a common apprehension that when gunpowder is ignited it explodes,” he said. “But actually if lighted in the open it burns with a quiet flame.” He poured some black powder onto an asbestos sheet, struck a match, and lit it.

“The result was a flash along the entire table, a roar and heavy clouds of smoke; an old-fashioned chain reaction had taken place,” Conant recalled. “The students rushed for the fire escapes. Kohler, who had ducked down behind the table, emerged and held up his hand to quiet the incipient panic.” Barely visible from the back of the hall through the thick smoke, he announced, “I have sent for more gunpowder!” After the cheers and laughter subsided, Kohler performed the experiment “without mishap.” “You see it does burn with a quiet flame,” he said. “Class is dismissed.”

It was the earthshaking possibilities of organic chemistry—and the darkened faces of those dying Bostonians during the plague—that impelled Tishler to make a strong showing as a graduate student. Then as now, Harvard had the best academic program in the country. Headiness and superheated expectations ratcheted up the pressure to do something important. Outside that world within a world, Max discovered a larger, more complex life of ideas and human activity, a world besieged intellectually and challenged to the core by the Depression. During his second year, while still helping to support his mother and sister, he earned enough to share an apartment near campus with a roommate, an ordained minister and philosophy student named Ray Cope, which saved him from having to grade papers during midnight bus and trolley rides. Intellectual, opinionated, politically active, Cope exposed him to the humanities, social sciences, and religion, giving him European philosophy texts to read. Tishler devoured them during long hours sitting at his workbench.

Another student of Kohler, Joe Walker, was trying to make a “substituted” allene, a generic organic compound in which one carbon atom shares two pairs of electrons with two adjacent carbon nuclei. Such allenes exist in two identical forms that are mirror images of each other. Chemically speaking, the miracle of life derives from a single one of the 118 known elements, carbon, being able to bind to itself to create ever more complex, active, and useful molecules, and the structure of substituted allenes had long intrigued scientists. All but a few, however, regarded them as curiosities: synthetically useless, difficult to prepare and work with; interesting but not worth the time and effort. In 1910, a British chemist had claimed to have made one, but his proof was inconclusive. When Walker, fed up after years of trying and failing to repeat his work, threw in the towel, Kohler told him to write up his thesis, take his PhD, and move on. Later Kohler assigned Max, as his lab assistant, to clean out the basement cold room and dispose of materials no longer of any use.

“I went down and I discovered the Erlenmeyer flask filled with crystals left by Joe Walker,” Tishler would later recall. Under certain conditions organic molecules arrange themselves in a rigidified lattice, crystallizing into a repetitive matrix, like patterned wallpaper, from which they can be isolated and their composition determined. Max ran various reactions using different chemical reagents and managed to pull a minute amount of allenic acid from the flask’s residue; not an allene itself but an intermediate material.

The chase was on to isolate and characterize the first substituted allene. All but moving into the lab, Tishler tried various combinations of solvents: bicarbonates, alkalies, whatever was on the shelf. Nothing worked. Attempting to visualize and manipulate the molecular realm with no technology more sophisticated than an espresso machine, he choreographed a series of geometric transformations, rearranging the atoms stepwise like square dancers in a reel, until what was left was pure allene. Once he believed he had even a minuscule quantity, the only way to confirm his discovery was to break the molecule into known fragments, then reassemble them; that is, not only did you have to isolate a compound from its neighbors and purify it, you then had to take it apart and put it back together to prove that it was the same substance.

It was science by deduction, not great imaginative leaps, and most often it led to futility and despair. Chemists, even masters of the art, knew all too well that such a hunt could take a generation; the structure of morphine, for example, proposed in the 1920s, wasn’t verified until 1952. Here was the true Rubicon, the outer limit of what chemists could prove to themselves and thus contribute to science and society. Unless a molecule could be made in sufficient volume, Max discovered, it was useless, however intriguing it might be.

With the first resolution of allene, Tishler accomplished several goals at once. It was a landmark confirmation of organic chemical theory; he quickly wrote it up for his dissertation. He was on Kohler’s radar at last; their relationship warmed as they prepared to publish their findings. But racing at hyperspeed, Max crashed head-on with his “father in science” in a predictable, even necessary, coming-of-age. Decades later, he recalled his disappointment: “We should have been first to publish on an optically active allene but Kohler was a perfectionist. It would take him two or three months to write a paper. He would just go over it and rewrite it—in contrast to Conant.

“Conant would take a thesis, underline with a red crayon, cross out sections, add a sentence here and there, and have it typed up and practically all done. Kohler just sweated with every publication, but they were masterpieces when they were done. Every word was weighed.”

Conant, too, recognized Tishler’s promise and enjoyed his insightful conversation. After being named president of Harvard in early 1933 at age thirty-nine, only the second scientist in its three-hundred-year history, he invited Max to help him revise his popular organic chemistry textbook. Conant recognized that his career in chemistry was finished once he began running the university and that social demands and world events would soon subsume the joyous frustration of doing science—of being a scientist. Ascending to a leading role in American higher education just as Adolf Hitler came to power in Berlin and Franklin Delano Roosevelt was inaugurated in Washington, fracturing the faculty along political lines, he steered Harvard cautiously at first. He kept his lab going but was seldom able to slip away from his desk. Max mourned his absence. The prodigious steroid chemist Louis Fieser, a midwesterner who’d attended as an undergraduate and gotten his PhD under Conant, had been called to Harvard from Bryn Mawr, and he and his wife and collaborator, Mary, were ensconced on the second floor. For Tishler, a baffling bunker mentality seemed to prevail among—even within—the three labs.

“We rarely knew what was going on in the other groups unless we made it a point to find out,” he recalled. “I happened to have known pretty much what was going on in Fieser’s group because I got to know Fieser. I did some checking on organic synthesis for him. But one rarely knew what people in Kohler’s group were working on. This always bothered me.”

Converse Hall—notwithstanding the plight of Mary Fieser, who had to officially enroll in Radcliffe to take classes at Harvard, and was banned from several laboratories, forcing her to conduct her experiments unsupervised in the basement of a nearby building—was and would continue to be for many more decades a closed community of white men, resembling one of the undergraduate social clubs that were the school’s hallmark.

One afternoon Max was working for Kohler in a “tiny lab” off the group’s office. The door was closed, and he was heating sulfuric acid to use as a solvent. He grabbed a liter bottle of benzene, but his hands were wet and it slipped and fell to the floor. “I was just about ready to sop up the benzene with rags when the fire broke out,” he said later. “I was heating my sulfuric acid in the hood there and I guess that’s how it started. The room filled with smoke very quickly and blocked my exit. I couldn’t get out that way at all. The only way was through the casement window.”

Tishler was sprightly and agile—five feet, six inches tall, 135 pounds; his almost triangular face was sharply framed by a square chin, owlish ears, piercing brown eyes lidded by horn-rimmed glasses, a wide forehead, and a helmet of coarse, kinky, deep russet hair springing from a widow’s peak. His hands were sinewy, bearing the stigmata that the Italian writer Primo Levi called “The Mark of the Chemists”: “a small, professional highly specific scar… in the middle of what palm readers call the lifeline,” the result of pressing bent glass tubes into recalcitrant rubber stoppers in the days before standardized apparatus.

Max dangled from the window ledge above a courtyard, soot and smoke billowing above his head. Students in Fieser’s Chemistry II lab course spotted him, and Fieser “got up there quickly and tried to put out the fire. He said, ‘Where’s Max? Where’s Max?’ ” Tishler would later recall.

“I could hear him and I kept yelling but he couldn’t hear me.” Had there been mature ivy entangling the building, he might have found a way to climb down. Later, after air-conditioning was introduced and windows sealed shut, he might never have gotten out, a point he often reflected on in the years that followed. “I knew I was out there for at least five minutes. Finally, some students got some ladders and rescued me.

“What I think bothered me about the whole thing was the fact that I caused a fire, and we used up all the carbon dioxide extinguishers. I knew someone who filled these extinguishers and I insisted he come and get them and I would pay for them. The department wouldn’t hear of it, of course. But I was really afraid that I would be chastised. I did appreciate what an accident meant.”

So did Conant. Like Prometheus, the ancient Titan who stole fire from the gods and was sentenced to eternal torment for his transgressions, he, too, had been scorched by a blaze as a young researcher, tattooing a “permanent mark” on his character. Unlike Kohler and his father-in-law, T. R. Richards, who had founded Harvard’s physical chemistry department and become the first American chemist to win the Nobel Prize for his work in elucidating the weights of atoms, Conant cared far more, ultimately, about what a molecule did than what it was made of and how it was built. He considered teaching to be a noble profession, but not everyone could land a faculty post, even though all ambitious chemists, including Tishler, dreamed of nothing else—despite the onerous collegial duties and meager financial rewards. Conant hadn’t been raised in poverty like Tishler, but he hadn’t come from money as Richards had and was far more open than his predecessors to “the significance of scientific research for the prosperity of an industry,” as he politely put it.

In 1914, in his last year as a graduate student in Kohler’s lab, he and two friends hoped to make a quick bundle by launching a company to manufacture certain chemicals and drugs abruptly made unavailable by the outbreak of World War I. “On paper,” he wrote, “it was easy to calculate that vast profits were in store for those engaged in such an operation. Without building a large plant one could, in theory, prepare relatively simple organic chemicals in small batches and sell them without difficulty.” When he was hired by Harvard as an instructor, he left his partners and fraternity brothers Stanley Pennock and Chauncey Loomis to handle the manufacturing based on patentable chemistry he developed in his lab. He remained the company’s director of research.

L.P.C. (for Loomis, Pennock, and Conant) Laboratories leased and outfitted a single-story building in Queens, New York, to produce benzoic acid, a food preservative and antiseptic made chiefly in Germany. In August 1916, while Conant and Loomis scrambled to scale up production, a fire erupted, destroying the plant and forcing them to rebuild in an abandoned slaughterhouse outside Newark, New Jersey. With Conant departing for Harvard to teach, Pennock, a popular football star in college, took over the management of the operation. As they were preparing a trial run, a large vat of a combustible derivative turned volatile. “Loomis, who had been in the mixing room, shut down the machinery and raced to the top of the tank to close the main supply valve when, suddenly, the first blast occurred, hurling him from the building, his eyes and skin scorched by acid, his clothing in flames,” Conant’s biographer Jennet Conant, his granddaughter, wrote. Loomis survived, but Pennock, a plumber, and a pipe fitter died in the blaze.

Jim blamed himself. “I could not help feel I had deserted a post of danger,” he wrote. “The account Loomis gave me of what had actually happened showed that the procedure had been formulated erroneously, which was no one’s fault but my own.” Conant and Loomis divvied up their interests, paid off their shareholders with royalties from Conant’s patents, and went their separate ways, but in the back of his mind Conant’s “reckless foray into free enterprise,” Jennet Conant wrote, remained an indelible reminder of the combustibility of mixing science and capitalism. Though he and the company were cleared of any liability and his name was kept out of the papers, the stain of shame, guilt, and culpability was not easily washed off.

Conant didn’t withdraw for long. With the war in Europe raging and the question of whether America would enter the fray still undecided, he resolved that “teaching was no place for a young man in wartime” and prepared to enlist. In April 1917, after President Woodrow Wilson asked Congress for authority to declare war on Germany, half of Harvard’s student body signed up in a matter of days. Conant informed his alarmed parents that he was considering becoming a combat officer. An old friend and mentor, N. Henry Black, told him, “That’s all right for some, but not for you.”

Organic chemistry, the chemistry of carbon-based molecules, had abruptly and unexpectedly leapt from the periphery to the center of human affairs. Gas warfare—unleashed by the Germans two years earlier to try to break the bloody stalemate between entrenched land armies—had led to ever more lethal escalation, and increasingly “poison bombs” were considered decisive in combat. As a late entry, the United States was frantic to catch up. Conant, along with Kohler and Fieser, was quickly recruited to Washington to help develop chemical weapons so frightful that by merely threatening to use them, the United States and its allies might end the conflict before it destroyed all of Europe and its empires. Almost at once, Harvard Chemistry became, effectively, a subsidiary of the War Department.

“I am attempting (at times, it seems vainly) to help in this hideous business of beating the devil at his own game,” he wrote to his future wife, Grace “Patty” Richards, his light tone deceptive, “or more specifically, of ‘gassing’ the originators of ‘gas.’ My work is connected with an organic research laboratory which in outward appearance is not so different from the usual organic laboratory, but the substances we brew are a merry collection of devilishness.” (Decades later, he would comment, “To me the development of new and more effective gases seemed no more immoral than the manufacture of explosives and guns…. I did not see in 1917, and do not see in 1968, why tearing a man’s guts out by a high-explosive shell is to be preferred to maiming him by attacking his lungs or skin. All war is immoral.”)

Yet the “Chemists’ War,” as it was coming to be known, forever upended Conant and his profession, dragging them into the heaving maelstrom of society, conflict, sickness, death, patenting, money, politics, and ethics. The department in fact did discover numerous agents more toxic than mustard gas, the German blistering agent, none so secret or feared as lewisite, the so-called dew of death and “the deadliest poison ever known,” a single day’s production of which could “destroy the entire people of the United States.” Tests showed that lewisite passed through most rubber, neutralizing the enemy’s protective gear, and, when it came into contact with German gas masks, rendered the eyepieces opaque and impossible to see through. Conant, promoted to major at age twenty-five, headed scale-up and production, a fraught assignment that, given his previous disaster with applied chemistry, consumed and haunted him. “He would lie awake at night going over and over his design of the plant, especially the ventilation of the fumes,” Jennet Conant wrote. His unit was in pilot production when the armistice was announced in late 1918.

After mustering out, Conant returned to Cambridge and pure science, but the hopes and demands society placed on synthesizing powerful new carbon-based molecules had just begun, and the “successes” of chemical warfare were already being subsumed in the overall frustrating ignorance about how such compounds function among and within us. This unseen world was still all theories, rumors, glimpses, suppositions, and darkness. The 1918 influenza epidemic only went to show that in the realm of medicine, organic chemistry had scarcely more to offer than physics, mathematics, and basic biology, which could quantify and classify natural occurrences but were useless against disease.

“Science,” The New York Times scolded, “has failed us.” As was true of all infectious diseases and nearly every other illness, modern medicine remained “a profoundly ignorant occupation,” as Dr. Lewis Thomas later wrote. From the early 1920s, when Thomas watched his father, a general practitioner, make round-the-clock house calls, issuing diagnoses and writing his prescriptions in Latin, until he enrolled at Harvard Medical School in 1933, the job of the physician had barely changed. Scientific medicine, even at the most prestigious medical colleges, teaching hospitals, research institutes, and elite clinics, enabled doctors to explain to patients what ailed them, to categorize their symptoms, and to offer assurance, where possible, based on accumulated experience. They could name the problem but not fix it.

“The treatment of disease was the most minor part of the curriculum, almost left out altogether,” Thomas recalled. “There was, to be sure, a course in pharmacology in the second year, mostly concerned with the mode of action of a handful of everyday drugs: aspirin, morphine, various cathartics, bromides, barbiturates, digitalis, a few others. Vitamin B was coming into fashion as a treatment for delirium tremens…. But I can remember only three or four patients for whom the diagnosis resulted in the possibility of doing something to change the course of the illness, and each of these involved calling in the surgeons to do something—removal of a thyroid nodule, a gallbladder, an adrenal tumor. For the majority the disease had to be left to run its own course, for better or worse.”

Still, the pandemic had planted in Tishler “the feeling that I might want to do something in the line of disease,” a feeling that intensified after he lost a sister to tuberculosis. First, though, he needed a position. Under Conant’s leadership, Harvard managed to avoid furloughing any professors, but the Great Depression—five years on and still with no end in sight—had sundered higher education, especially in fields without obvious and urgent applications. “There just weren’t any jobs at all,” Max remembered. “In those days I wanted to go into academia very, very badly; there just weren’t any jobs. One didn’t have a chance to do a single interview or a single opportunity to apply for a job on the basis of an opening. So academia was out.”

Kohler, looking after him, arranged for Max to stay on at Harvard after he got his PhD, first as a research associate, then as an instructor in the chemistry department—then as now a pat on the back as the university seldom promoted from within, preferring to “call” the best men to campus after they’d proved themselves elsewhere, rather than try to nurture them through the ranks. Tishler was deeply grateful. In truth, he had no real idea what a career in chemistry would be like or even whether there was any point in having one, other than it being what he loved to do and was determined to keep at as long as he could. “I wondered why they would pay me to do chemistry,” he admitted later. “There was no sense to it. It was like mathematics. All you had to do was teach.”

Tishler had never had time for dating, but he looked up an old acquaintance, Elizabeth “Betty” Verveer, who’d been a freshman at Jackson, Tufts’ on-campus women’s affiliate, during his senior year. He’d been her lab instructor. They’d seen each other from time to time after Betty’s mother died during their second semester; then, a couple of years later, her father became ill and Betty, who had a degree in psychology, quit teaching at a private school to take care of him until he died some months later. She was an only child, and her father had left her a few rental units, enough to get by on. “I moved into a room with a family and I took a volunteer position for a half-day at Boston Psychopathic… and the rest of the day I took care of my father’s property,” she’d later recall. Their courtship was brisk, intense, unstoppable. A month later, Max and Betty were engaged.

In the fall of 1934, they moved to an apartment on a leafy street near Converse Labs. With their experiments requiring endless close attention, the domestic lives of chemists, especially those just starting out, invariably took a distant rear seat. Kohler, who never married, practically lived in his laboratory, bivouacking in various rooming houses and taking breakfast, lunch, and dinner on campus. After Conant and Patty married, they moved to the nearest house to his lab he could find; then he disappeared seven days a week, leaving her feeling frustrated and bitter. Having grown up with no home life to speak of or time for anyone else, Tishler resolved to do better. Betty, without parents or siblings, understood what to expect. “The first year or so after we married were critical to our future,” she said. “Max spent all of his time in the laboratory, with my blessing.”

It helped that he adored her and valued her independence. “That’s one thing about Max,” she would say, “he’s always gone along with me on anything I’ve been interested in.” Shorter than him, with sweet round features, gogglish eyeglasses, and a bushy black bob, she was the more outgoing of the two, introducing him to other young faculty couples. Their banter evoked the mismatch-made-in-heaven of the radio and film vaudevillians George Burns and Gracie Allen, the droll, taciturn Jewish straight man shrugging his shoulders and raising his eyebrows at the “illogical logic” of his Gentile wife and foil.

Not that Max didn’t have friends; he just had no time to spare for them. Ray Cope, his former roommate, was a notable exception. The minister of a freethinking Unitarian parish in Roslindale, Cope opened Max’s eyes to the nexus of philosophy, religion, morality, and politics. Before he met Ray, Max’s views had been “very provincial”; that quickly changed after Cope introduced him to the books of the British logician and social critic Bertrand Russell, a mathematician whose demand that knowledge rely on facts and data informed Tishler’s thinking as he began to develop an intellectual life beyond the lab. Occasionally on Sundays, Max attended Cope’s services, enthralled by his sermons, wherein almost everything—the setting, the people, the issues, the vocabulary—was foreign and new to him. “He believed in Christianity, but he had a feeling it was not practiced as Christ had preached it,” Tishler would later recall. “He had a deep philosophical approach to religion and the subject of God and the feeling that all of us are part of God, rather than that God was someone in Heaven to judge and do things with man as he saw fit…. He believed in fairness, the abolition of poverty, the abolition of racial discrimination.”

Tishler also kept in touch with Meyer Levin, whom he’d known since high school. They’d roomed together as Tufts seniors. Levin’s father, Coleman, a prominent Jewish philanthropist, owned a carpet-manufacturing company in Roxbury. After Coleman became ill and died, Meyer quit Harvard Law School to follow in his path. As the Tishlers settled into married life in Cambridge, he phoned Max with a referral. “There’s a man in my office and he rents books. Would you be interested?” Levin asked. Tishler had little time to read outside work, but Betty was an insatiable reader with a rich curiosity about people. Max often went home for lunch, occasionally bringing others from the lab. “Well,” he said, “send him out.”

The proprietor of the lending library, Sam Sandberg, arrived the next week in an old Buick loaded down with books. Needless to say, he made a very poor living. He looked hungry, and when Betty offered him lunch, Sandberg, a learned, talkative, part-time labor agitator, readily accepted. “He came in an old rattle-trap and he just seemed to have nothing,” Betty recalled. “I felt sorry for him.” Wanting to help, she began referring him to others, including Ray Cope and his wife, who were avid readers and could afford the six or seven cents per day that Sandberg charged for the most popular titles. The effervescent but threadbare Sandberg and his overburdened Buick reminded Cope of Parnassus on Wheels, Christopher Morley’s popular first novel about the owner of a traveling bookstore. In Greek myth, Mount Parnassus was the home of the muses.

Every couple of weeks when Sandberg came by to pick up old books and offer new ones, Betty asked him to stay for lunch. Scouring the Sunday book sections and prowling the bookstores in Harvard Square, she selected new titles, asking if he could get them, and often he returned a week later with the volume. She was impressed. Once he got to know her tastes, he suggested new authors, including, she later recalled, Mary Heaton Vorse, a journalist and novelist who wrote about labor protests among the women and girls who operated the looms in textile factories. New national legislation guaranteeing workers’ rights to organize unions and go on strike was just taking effect, arousing Betty’s curiosity. As time went on and she and Sandberg became friendly, she asked him about himself. He spoke of how difficult it was just to get by, much less ahead, and how he dreamt of opening a permanent book stall near a trolley stop.

“Finally it unfolded that he had definite communist affiliations,” she would later recall. Never having met a Communist before, Betty, “completely unconscious” about labor struggles but naturally sympathetic to victims of inequality and injustice, wanted to know more. Sandberg explained that he was a follower of the renegade Communist Party USA official Jay Lovestone. Within the worldwide Communist movement frequent clashes erupted over the relationship of national organizations to the Comintern, the international ruling body established soon after the Russian Revolution and dominated by the Kremlin. After opposing Joseph Stalin in 1929 at a conclave in Moscow, then escaping Russia before he could be arrested, Lovestone, a former head of the Communist Party USA, formed a splinter group, the Communist Party (Opposition), or CP(O). At its height, CP(O) membership—Lovestoneites—numbered fewer than five hundred. Sandberg’s own affection for Boston’s Democratic mayor James Michael Curley earned him the epithet “agent of the bourgeoisie” from mainstream Stalinists.

“Of course I just listened,” Betty said. “I was naïve about it. He would tell the various gains that had been made by having strong trade unions. To me that seemed very logical, but of course he didn’t hesitate to point out that there was bloodshed in order to make these gains. Having seen that the worker could benefit I was receptive to these arguments.”

Max, too, was intrigued by Sandberg, first by his ability to secure hard-to-get titles, then, over the course of months, by his unconventional political leanings. In the half dozen times they met, Tishler pressed him for more information about the Lovestoneites. “Here was a party of Communists who were in opposition to the controlling Communist Party in Russia,” Max explained. “In other words, they… had as a purpose the overthrow of Stalin’s Communist Party.” Connecting Cope’s views on social and racial justice with Lovestone’s rejection of a monolithic world order led by Moscow, Tishler, at Sandberg’s invitation, even took an afternoon off to attend a Boston rally in support of the Scottsboro Boys, the nine black teenagers falsely convicted in Alabama for raping two white women whose trial and appeals had created an international furor.

Betty phoned numerous friends recommending Sandberg’s service. She’d become “very, very pro-Roosevelt” and failed to see much distinction between the New Deal and Sandberg’s passionate assertions about workers’ rights. The more they talked, however, the more obscure and frustrating their discussions became. It was clear that left sectarianism wasn’t for her. “They were such fine points—almost hair-like—of difference,” she said. “One thing I observed is they worked themselves up to a wrath about tiny, tiny details.” Yet if Sandberg was on a mission, so was she. He’d opened up an “entire new world” for her, and she felt driven to understand it—and him. One day after lunch, she drove home with him to his barely furnished apartment in Chelsea, met his wife, and attended a trade union meeting. “It was very smoky: it was filled with men, and I don’t even know what the discussion was about,” she said. “It was so crowded and I was in the back. I couldn’t hear anything and I was just jammed. Everybody was excited.”

In June 1936, with summer approaching, Max and Betty planned to use the proceeds from his and Conant’s book to travel to Europe, but he developed appendicitis. “So part of the money went to have the appendix out,” Betty recalled, “and instead of that we took a trip to Puerto Rico, and from that point on I was very, very anxious to become pregnant. I don’t think I had much else on my mind.” She asked Sandberg for Gone with the Wind, the first edition of which had just been published and had sold out instantly in stores, and he promptly found her a copy while other faculty wives awaited back orders. After Max recovered from surgery, she again saw little of him, often only late at night when he shuffled in. She forgave him everything but his insistence, after finishing his own work, on washing Kohler’s “dishes.” “It used to get me so mad,” she said twenty years later, “it still gets me mad. He would give them sulfuric acid baths… and then his clothes would be ruined.”

By fall, Betty was pregnant. Two neighbors were also expecting, and the three of them spent their days learning about and discussing nutrition, childbirth, infant psychology, and almost nothing else. “I had no thought of politics,” she said. She stopped renting novels, and Sandberg, accordingly, had less and less occasion to stop by. After she returned her last book, he disappeared from her life. “I never heard from him,” she would later recall. “I never saw him or anything else. It was just a relationship that died dead, completely dead.”

With a child on the way Max redoubled his job search. Kohler, though he himself had no ties to business, urged him to interview for industry. Since the 1920s, Conant had traveled monthly to the research laboratories of the Delaware-based E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company to consult with its chemists, and both he and Kohler recommended Tishler for a position there. Once the country’s leading explosives manufacturer, the firm had expanded into consumer products, recently having synthesized an organic glass called Lucite and the first man-made fiber, Nylon, which it expected to replace silk in women’s stockings. After Kohler wrote a letter saying that Max was the best chemist he’d ever had, Tishler waited for the company to respond. But nobody contacted him. “That didn’t work out very well,” he recalled five decades later. “DuPont wasn’t ready to take a Jewish chemist.”

He continued to collaborate not just with Kohler, Conant, and Fieser but with other “young Turks” who were expanding the boundaries of organic chemistry, including the recently naturalized Ukrainian American physical chemist George Kistiakowsky and twenty-year-old Robert Burns Woodward, whose singular ability to synthesize complex carbon-based molecules enabled him to fulfill all his undergraduate and PhD requirements at MIT in three and a half years. Conant had a project involving heats of hydrogenation, a chemical reaction involving adding pairs of hydrogen atoms to other elements. Max offered to make large-scale “ring compounds,” volatile precursors; he was conscious of certain dangers, blithely unaware of others. “I used a lot of diazomethane,” an extremely sensitive explosive yellow gas, he recalled much later; “made a lot of N-nitroso-N-methyl urethane,” a highly reliable cancer-causing and gene-mutating compound. “When people talk about the hazards of diazomethane and carcinogenesis I wonder why I’m still around!”

In his classes, Tishler conveyed “the importance of chemistry—the usefulness of chemistry.” Despite his own disappointment—an enthusiastic and tireless worker who couldn’t be doing any better within the country’s best department but, due to economic circumstances and religious biases beyond his control, couldn’t find a job—he wanted students to see that they could pursue “honorable and productive” careers in chemical research. “Chemistry is not just an intellectual challenge,” he told them. “It’s part of our society. It’s our welfare.”

In the winter of 1937, a former Princeton instructor and research associate, Randolph T. Major, visited Kohler on a swing through New England. A few years earlier, Major had left the classroom to join Merck and Company, Inc., a New Jersey–based manufacturer of fine chemicals and a leading supplier of narcotics and alkaloids, including morphine and cocaine. George W. Merck, the son of the founder, had majored in chemistry as a Harvard undergraduate, a housemate of Conant’s. He envisioned using the firm’s sales of commodity chemicals to finance a more innovative organization for discovering new products. In 1933, the company founded an industrial research laboratory, the Merck Institute, and put Major in charge of its Division for Pure Research. Though proprietorship and patenting were rapidly revolutionizing pharmaceuticals as companies invested more and more in research, Merck scientists were encouraged to publish their work, the lifeblood and essence of academic careers. Well over six feet tall, warm, personable, and confident, Major was scouting for new hires.

Kohler gave Tishler a journal article on vitamin B written by some young Merck chemists. “This excited me tremendously,” Max recalled. Vitamin B, soon to be called B1 after other essential nutrients found in trace amounts of natural foodstuffs were discovered and classified, was the first vitamin to be produced on a large scale. Its commercial promise and its benefit to human and animal health were expected to be vast. The Merck paper, describing a novel synthesis clear of European patents, was a first-rate piece of chemistry, allaying any concerns Max may have had about aligning with a US drug company.

No major industry in America was more divided in its history or more schizophrenic in its core precepts and goals—or, for that matter, totally eclipsed by its European counterparts, an inferiority George Merck in particular intended to show could be reversed through robust, targeted industrial research in conjunction with top-tier academic advisers such as Conant and innovative relations with institutions such as Harvard. Like the Nile, the nation’s pharmaceutical business emerged from the convergence of two disparate sources. For the past century, “patent medicines” had been secret formulas, mostly alcohol, brewed by amateurs and advertised directly to the gullible public anxious to try anything to feel better by unauthorized and unregulated hucksters: “toadstool millionaires.” “Ethical drugs,” conversely, were compounded in modern factories, purchased through a doctor’s prescription, and sold only in pharmacies. Until the early twentieth century, any notion of “ethical patenting” was an oxymoron.

Scientific medicine, still in its infancy, was upending the old order, but haltingly, in tiny increments; most often in theory only. While ethical drug firms started to aggressively patent their scientists’ discoveries, nearly twenty years after the Great War and the still unexplained pandemic, very few drugs of consequence had transformed the treatment of disease, and even George Merck’s beloved institute had “jogged in place” for several years until its first vitamin breakthrough, the social and economic value of which remained to be proved.

Conant urged Merck to hire Max. Guaranteed that he would be on an equal footing with academic chemists, Tishler eagerly took the job, starting in pure research under Major, who offered him $250 a month (equivalent to $5,100 today)—“not a bad salary, even though I had two years’ experience as a post-doc,” he recalled.

It was the only offer he got. What erased any doubt was the company’s success with vitamin B, not just its synthetic prowess but George Merck’s and R. T. Major’s academic-style commitment to publication—an open posture no other ethical American company would have taken, because it would have undercut its patenting strategy, a strategy that not many years before would have been abhorrent to horrified doctors, patients, and the confused public at large. “Up to those days, the only other people in the world who knew how to do that kind of thing were the Germans and the Swiss,” he said. “And then to see this paper written by young squirts, just kids.”

No sooner did Max and Betty find a rental near Merck’s Rahway lab than Conant asked George Merck to “loan” him back to Harvard for two months so that Tishler could edit the latest edition of their textbook. Meanwhile, as the world hurtled toward another cataclysmic war, industrial science yielded the most spectacular chemical conflagration yet. In May, as Max and Betty prepared to leave Cambridge with Peter, their six-week-old, the German passenger airship LZ 129 Hindenburg caught fire and exploded during an attempt to dock at a mooring mast in Lakehurst, New Jersey, sixty miles from Merck’s labs, marking the abrupt end of the airship era. Thirty-five people died in the crash. Newsreel footage of the world’s largest zeppelin—its football-shaped steel frame containing eighteen giant gas bags filled with volatile hydrogen, its tail and fuselage emblazoned with Nazi swastikas—exploding in a hellish fireball swept around the globe, vivifying like nothing before it the spiraling combustibility of the Molecular Age.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2a1511da-4562-4ebc-a30c-b3f500347ab1 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.125 in 02 155.57 mm 03 1.1 in 03 27.94 mm 08 1.29 lb 08 20.64 oz 08 585.13 gr 06 15 9781668067840 27 15 9781668067857 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261110 9781668073483 03 02 166807348X 03 9781668073483 14 19781668073480 15 9781668073483 11 23 BC B101 Mass Market Paperback Make the Darkness Light 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>To Turn the Tide</TitleText> 01 218387511 1 A01 S.M. Stirling Stirling, S.M. S.M. Stirling S.M. Stirling is the New York Times best-selling author of the Draka series, the Lords of Creation series, and the Emberverse series, among others. With David Drake, he is the author of several novels in the General series. He cowrote novels in the Falkenberg’s Legion series with Jerry Pournelle. A former lawyer and amateur historian, he lives in New Mexico, where he haunts a certain café and continues his latest series, Make the Darkness Light.]]> 01 eng 624 00 624 03 FIC028080 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028010 01 01 01 02 New time travel military adventure from New York Times best-selling novelist S.M. Stirling

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Many could see it coming. But one man could do something about it. Oh, he couldn’t avert the nuclear holocaust, but a scientist in Austria, ruthlessly using billions of research dollars for his own purposes, set up an out for himself: he created a time machine, and filled a warehouse with low-tech survival gear. Too bad he didn’t get to use it himself.

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If they can survive, they hope to remake the world into a better place. But that’s a big “if.”]]> 13 02 S.M. Stirling is the New York Times best-selling author of the Draka series, the Lords of Creation series, and the Emberverse series, among others. With David Drake, he is the author of several novels in the General series. He cowrote novels in the Falkenberg’s Legion series with Jerry Pournelle. A former lawyer and amateur historian, he lives in New Mexico, where he haunts a certain café and continues his latest series, Make the Darkness Light.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/313ca2f6-8720-415c-a08d-b43500267077 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 6.75 in 01 171.45 mm 02 4.125 in 02 104.78 mm 03 1.6 in 03 40.64 mm 08 0.755 lb 08 12.08 oz 08 342.46 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 02 22.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668073575 02 02 1668073579 03 9781668073575 14 19781668073572 15 9781668073575 11 BB Hardback Monster Hunter <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Monster Hunter Alien Files: First Contact</TitleText> 01 267356715 1 A01 Larry Correia Correia, Larry Larry Correia Larry Correia is the creator of the Wall Street Journal and New York Times best-selling Monster Hunter International series, with first entry Monster Hunter International, as well as urban fantasy hard-boiled adventure saga The Grimnoir Chronicles, with first entry Hard Magic, and epic fantasy series The Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, with first entry Son of the Black Sword. He is an avid gun user and advocate who shot on a competitive level for many years. Before becoming a full-time writer, he was a military contract accountant, and a small business accountant and manager. Correia lives in Utah with his wife and family.]]> 2 A01 Les Johnson Johnson, Les Les Johnson Les Johnson is a futurist, author, and retired NASA Chief Technologist at Marshall Space Flight Center. Publishers Weekly noted that “The spirit of Arthur C. Clarke and his contemporaries is alive and well . . .” when describing his novel, Mission to Methone. His most recent novel, Crisis at Proxima (with coauthor Travis S. Taylor), was published in 2024. He and Travis S. Taylor were also the authors of Back to the Moon and On to the Asteroid. In his day job at NASA, Les has worked on the development of next-generation space technologies—including solar sails, which he believes will eventually take us to the stars. He has recently appeared on Fox News and the Ingraham Report as a commentator on the latest expedition to the moon, Artemis II.]]> 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC009100 FA 2.1 10 FIC009010 10 FIC009070 20 Monster Hunter International; Aliens; UAP; UFO; The Book of Elijah; NASA; first contact; Psyop 93 FB 01 01 01 02 A New Entry in the Best-Selling Monster Hunter International Series!

Peter Peterson thought his most dangerous job was reverse-engineering foreign missiles for the U.S. government—until the lady of Grayson Lake tried to turn him into a late-night snack. After surviving his first brush with the supernatural, he is recruited by Monster Hunter International and gets pulled into an organization so deep in the US government that it will never be disclosed. It’s mission: protect humanity from alien invaders.

For centuries, hostile visitors from across the stars have been sneaking to Earth in waves, building secret colonies, running abduction schemes, and occasionally trying to remake the planet for their own species. While Congress holds hearings with whistleblowers and expert witnesses, very real counter-alien operations are being run out of the Pentagon and through undisclosed locations in New England.

Armed with his engineering brain, a stack of dog-eared case files from retiring alien-hunter Martin Dreyfus, and a squad of eclectic and very dangerous hunters, Pete Peterson is about to discover just how deep the rabbit hole of flying saucers, cover stories, and government turf wars really goes. From the “real” truth behind Roswell to Biblical-era monster hunters facing aliens in Babylon, every page of Dreyfus’s diary points to one conclusion: the aliens aren’t done with Earth.]]> 13 02 Larry Correia is the creator of the Wall Street Journal and New York Times best-selling Monster Hunter International series, with first entry Monster Hunter International, as well as urban fantasy hard-boiled adventure saga The Grimnoir Chronicles, with first entry Hard Magic, and epic fantasy series The Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, with first entry Son of the Black Sword. He is an avid gun user and advocate who shot on a competitive level for many years. Before becoming a full-time writer, he was a military contract accountant, and a small business accountant and manager. Correia lives in Utah with his wife and family.

Les Johnson is a futurist, author, and retired NASA Chief Technologist at Marshall Space Flight Center. Publishers Weekly noted that “The spirit of Arthur C. Clarke and his contemporaries is alive and well . . .” when describing his novel, Mission to Methone. His most recent novel, Crisis at Proxima (with coauthor Travis S. Taylor), was published in 2024. He and Travis S. Taylor were also the authors of Back to the Moon and On to the Asteroid. In his day job at NASA, Les has worked on the development of next-generation space technologies—including solar sails, which he believes will eventually take us to the stars. He has recently appeared on Fox News and the Ingraham Report as a commentator on the latest expedition to the moon, Artemis II.]]> 08 02 Praise for Larry Correia’s Monster Hunter series:

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“If you love monsters and action, you’ll love this book. If you love guns, you’ll love this book. If you love fantasy, and especially horror fantasy, you’ll love this book.” —Knotclan.com

“A gun person who likes science fiction—or, heck, anyone who likes science fiction—will enjoy [these books] . . . The plotting is excellent, and Correia makes you care about the characters . . . I read both books without putting them down except for work . . . so whaddaya waitin’ for? Go and buy some . . . for yourself and for stocking stuffers.” —Massad Ayoob]]> 08 02 Praise for Monster Hunter Vendetta:
“This lighthearted, testosterone-soaked sequel to 2009's Monster Hunter International will delight fans of action horror with elaborate weaponry, hand-to-hand combat, disgusting monsters, and an endless stream of blood and body parts.” —Publishers Weekly]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/02b0756c-b05b-4d54-af6e-b44f0028f632 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.125 in 02 155.57 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 1.46 lb 08 23.36 oz 08 662.24 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668073582 02 02 1668073587 03 9781668073582 14 19781668073589 15 9781668073582 11 BB Hardback The Bronze Legion 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vessels Grim and Daring</TitleText> 01 267358686 1 A01 Jason Cordova Cordova, Jason Jason Cordova Jason Cordova is both a John W. Campbell Award and Dragon Award finalist. He edited his first anthology, Chicks in Tank Tops, coauthored Monster Hunter Memoirs: Fever with Larry Correia, and wrote Mountain of Fire in the Black Tide Rising universe, all with Baen Books. He has 28 novels currently in print and has been featured in numerous anthologies. A Navy veteran, he is also a former middle school teacher. Though Californian by birth, he has since relocated to the South, where he swears at the humidity on a thrice-daily basis. He can be found at www.jasoncordova.com.]]> 2 A01 Melissa Olthoff Olthoff, Melissa Melissa Olthoff Melissa Olthoff writes science fiction and fantasy adventure romance with plenty of banter and heart. She is a lifelong geek and a veteran of the United States Air Force, both of which are incredibly useful when writing. Her degrees in meteorology and accounting are slightly less applicable but absolutely useful when it comes to supporting her family.

Published by Baen Books and Chris Kennedy Publishing, she has written in both shared worlds and her own universes, and through the power of caffeine and friendship, manages to juggle chaos on and off the page. She is best known for her Griffin Corps series and Bronze Legion novels from Baen Books, and can be found somewhere in Tennessee with her exasperated husband, two chaotic kids, and one very energetic German shepherd. Find out more at www.melissaolthoff.com.]]> 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC028050 FA 2.1 10 FIC028010 10 FIC028030 20 Foreign Legion; Space Marine; Military SF; Veteran Fiction; Melissa Olthoff; Jason Cordova; Air Force Veteran; Navy Veteran; Heinlien-esque world; David Drake; archeology; raptors 93 FB 01 01 01 02 Foreign Legion in Space

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A HERO?

The Protectorate of Mars Foreign Legion isn’t just a path to citizenship—it’s a calling. To be more than you were before. A defender, a protector . . . a hero.

COURAGE

Private Diego Tavi proved his worth during the evacuation of Aurora, earning his drop name and finding a new home within the Bronze Legion. But beneath the calm exterior of a battle-tested legionnaire lies a mind in turmoil—about who he is, what he will become, and whether he will be able to keep his sworn oath to be the best legionnaire possible.

HONOR

Lieutenant Astra “Blue” Eliassen proved herself ready for command in the skies of Aurora, earning her Raven wings and a promotion to aircraft commander of Bronze Raven Four. But everything has a cost, and rescuing 4th Squad carried a steep bill—one Sir Percival Norwood is determined to collect. With political games interfering with her military career, Blue will have to lean hard on the lessons of her legendary grandmother or risk losing everything she’s worked so hard for . . . including her dreams of joining the Survey Corps.]]> 13 02 Jason Cordova is both a John W. Campbell Award and Dragon Award finalist. He edited his first anthology, Chicks in Tank Tops, coauthored Monster Hunter Memoirs: Fever with Larry Correia, and wrote Mountain of Fire in the Black Tide Rising universe, all with Baen Books. He has 28 novels currently in print and has been featured in numerous anthologies. A Navy veteran, he is also a former middle school teacher. Though Californian by birth, he has since relocated to the South, where he swears at the humidity on a thrice-daily basis. He can be found at www.jasoncordova.com.

Melissa Olthoff writes science fiction and fantasy adventure romance with plenty of banter and heart. She is a lifelong geek and a veteran of the United States Air Force, both of which are incredibly useful when writing. Her degrees in meteorology and accounting are slightly less applicable but absolutely useful when it comes to supporting her family.

Published by Baen Books and Chris Kennedy Publishing, she has written in both shared worlds and her own universes, and through the power of caffeine and friendship, manages to juggle chaos on and off the page. She is best known for her Griffin Corps series and Bronze Legion novels from Baen Books, and can be found somewhere in Tennessee with her exasperated husband, two chaotic kids, and one very energetic German shepherd. Find out more at www.melissaolthoff.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4ed2ae1e-487a-4243-a80c-b42000255a85 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.125 in 02 155.57 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 1.46 lb 08 23.36 oz 08 662.24 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668073599 02 02 1668073595 03 9781668073599 14 19781668073596 15 9781668073599 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Saga of the Forgotten Warrior 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Son of the Black Sword</TitleText> 01 267346178 1 A01 Larry Correia Correia, Larry Larry Correia Larry Correia is the creator of the Wall Street Journal and New York Times best-selling Monster Hunter International series, with first entry Monster Hunter International, as well as urban fantasy hard-boiled adventure saga The Grimnoir Chronicles, with first entry Hard Magic, and epic fantasy series The Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, with first entry Son of the Black Sword. He is an avid gun user and advocate who shot on a competitive level for many years. Before becoming a full-time writer, he was a military contract accountant, and a small business accountant and manager. Correia lives in Utah with his wife and family.]]> 01 eng 432 00 432 03 FIC009020 FA 2.1 10 FIC008000 10 FIC009100 20 Son of the Black Sword; House of Assassins; Destroyer of Worlds; Military Fantasy; Epic Fantasy; Indian Mythology; Sword & Sorcery; The Black Company; Conan the Barbarian; First Law Trilogy; Forgotten Warrior Saga; Malazan Book Of The Fallen; The Witcher; Larry Correia; Servants of War; Grimnoir Chronicles; fantasy; epic; sword; magic 93 FB 01 01 01 02 FIRST TIME IN TRADE PAPERBACK!

#1 IN THE EPIC FANTASY SERIES from Monster Hunter series creator and New York Times best-selling author, Larry Correia!

After the War of the Gods, the demons were cast out and fell to the world. Mankind was nearly eradicated by the seemingly unstoppable beasts, until the gods sent the great hero, Ramrowan, to save them. He united the tribes, gave them magic, and drove the demons into the sea. Ever since the land has belonged to man and the oceans have remained an uncrossable hell, leaving the continent of Lok isolated. It was prophesized that someday the demons would return, and only the descendants of Ramrowan would be able to defeat them. They became the first kings, and all men served those who were their only hope for survival.

As centuries passed, the descendants of the great hero grew in number and power. They became tyrannical and cruel, and their religion nothing but an excuse for greed. Gods and demons became myth and legend, and the people no longer believed. The castes created to serve the Sons of Ramrowan rose up and destroyed their rulers. All religion was banned and replaced by a code of unflinching law. The surviving royalty and their priests were made casteless, condemned to live as untouchables, and the Age of Law began.

Ashok Vadal has been chosen by a powerful ancient weapon to be its bearer. He is a Protector, member of an elite militant order of roving law enforcers. No one is more merciless in rooting out those who secretly practice the old ways. Everything is black or white, good or evil, until he discovers his entire life is a fraud. Ashok isn’t who he thinks he is, and when he finds himself on the wrong side of the law, the consequences lead to rebellion, war—and destruction.]]> 13 02 Larry Correia is the creator of the Wall Street Journal and New York Times best-selling Monster Hunter International series, with first entry Monster Hunter International, as well as urban fantasy hard-boiled adventure saga The Grimnoir Chronicles, with first entry Hard Magic, and epic fantasy series The Saga of the Forgotten Warrior, with first entry Son of the Black Sword. He is an avid gun user and advocate who shot on a competitive level for many years. Before becoming a full-time writer, he was a military contract accountant, and a small business accountant and manager. Correia lives in Utah with his wife and family.]]> 08 02 Praise for Son of the Black Sword:
“This book has everything I like in fantasy: intense action scenes, evil in horrifying array, good struggling against the darkness, and most of all people—gorgeously flawed human beings faced with horrible moral choices that force them to question and change and grow.” —Jim Butcher, creator of the New York Times best-selling Dresden Files

“Best-selling fantasy author Correia casts a compelling spell with this India-influenced series opener. . . . Correia skillfully sets in motion this story of plots within plots, revealing complex, sympathetic characters and black-hearted villains with equal detail and insight. Full of action, intrigue, and wry humor, this exciting series launch promises many more thrills to come.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Fans who like Correia’s fast-moving style will be pleased with the plethora of action scenes, and epic fantasy readers interested in delving into a new universe should be equally satisfied. A solid choice for admirers of Brent Weeks and Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn series.” —Library Journal

“Correia is, above all, a storyteller, and he weaves a unique and entertaining tale. Without question, his action sequences pop on the page, his magic system has a nice wrinkle, and he has the foundations laid out for some excellent character growth as the series continues. . . . [A] definite hit.” —Bookreporter

“The lore here is fascinating and well told. I enjoyed learning the history of the world and the legend of Ramrowan. The politics are just complicated enough to feel real without being too difficult to follow. Where the book truly shines, however, is in the characters. All are well drawn and distinctively voiced.” —SFCrowsnest

“I loved the book, it was great, fast paced, with wonderful characters, and also a lot of wonderful scenes that screamed to be painted.” —Larry Elmore, legendary, award-winning artist, and cover artist for Son of the Black Sword.

“A powerful epic fantasy evolves into a solid, compelling read.” —Midwest Book Review]]> 08 02 Praise for House of Assassins:
“Correia piles on the intrigue, action, and cliffhangers in the invigorating second Saga of the Forgotten Warrior epic fantasy. . . . Correia also weaves in elements that question the value of belief and the cost of giving authority to those who find more profit in preying on the weak. . . . Brisk fight scenes, lively characters, and plenty of black humor continue to make this series a real pleasure.” —Publishers Weekly

Praise for Destroyer of Worlds:
“The inevitable fight scenes are just as epic as fans expect. Packed with action, grit, and Ashok’s own grim sarcasm, Correia’s latest is sure to satisfy.” —Publishers Weekly

Praise for Heart of the Mountain:
“Heart of the Mountain does what it says on the tin, it concludes a fantastic series in an epic ending. This isn’t a Disney ending, either, fighting requires sacrifice, some people champion what is good and right, others sink to their lowest level, and still others surprisingly rise to the occasion. It takes an incredible storyteller to write a story of this scope, a detailed mind to bring all the plots to conclusion, and a deep understanding of human nature to do it all in a way that feels natural. Bravo, Larry . . . bravo!” —Kal Spriggs]]> 08 02 Praise for the Urban Fantasy of Larry Correia:
“[A] no-holds-barred all-out page turner that is part science fiction, part horror, and an absolute blast to read.” —Bookreporter.com

“If you love monsters and action, you’ll love this book. If you love guns, you’ll love this book. If you love fantasy, and especially horror fantasy, you’ll love this book.” —Knotclan.com

“A gun person who likes science fiction—or, heck, anyone who likes science fiction—will enjoy [these books]. . . The plotting is excellent, and Correia makes you care about the characters…I read both books without putting them down except for work . . . so whaddaya waitin’ for? Go and buy some . . . for yourself and for stocking stuffers.” —Massad Ayoob

“This lighthearted, testosterone-soaked sequel to 2009's Monster Hunter International will delight fans of action horror with elaborate weaponry, hand-to-hand combat, disgusting monsters, and an endless stream of blood and body parts.” —Publishers Weekly on Monster Hunter Vendetta]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/bc823a0a-2b17-45d9-a2fa-b42c002647fa 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.125 in 02 155.57 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 0.947 lb 08 15.152 oz 08 429.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668073605 02 02 1668073609 03 9781668073605 14 19781668073602 15 9781668073605 11 23 BC B101 Mass Market Paperback Black Wolves of Boston 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Black Tie and Tails</TitleText> 01 239031404 1 A01 Wen Spencer Spencer, Wen Wen Spencer Wen Spencer resides in paradise in Hilo, Hawaii, with two volcanoes overlooking her home. Spencer’s love of Japanese anime and manga flavors her writing. Her novel Tinker won the 2003 Sapphire Award for Best Science Fiction Romance and was a finalist for the Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award for Fantasy Novel. Her Wolf Who Rules was a Top Pick by Romantic Times and was given their top rating of four and a half stars. Her other Baen books include Endless Blue, Eight Million Gods, and her Black Wolves of Boston series with Black Wolves of Boston and Black Tie and Tails. Spencer’s Elfhome series includes Tinker, Wolf Who Rules, Elfhome, Wood Sprites, Project Elfhome, Harbinger, and Storm Furies.]]> 01 eng 656 00 656 03 FIC009100 FA 2.1 10 FIC009120 10 FIC009060 20 Urban Fantasy; Contemporary Fantasy; Vampires; Werewolves; Monsters; Wen Spencer; Angels; talking penguins; YA 93 FB 01 01 01 02 From the Romantic Times Sapphire award-winning author of the Internationally best-selling Elfhome series, comes the sequel to The Black Wolves of Boston

Joshua Tatterskein’s life has been strange. He's become a werewolf and lives with a three-hundred-year-old vampire named Silas Decker and a ginger kitten called Trouble. Then things get even weirder when he encounters a talking penguin who wants to hire him for a job. Joshua just wants to graduate from his new high school. The school is owned by Boston’s werewolf pack, and while the teachers might not realize the owners are wolves, all the kids with special abilities—the Goths—know. The good news is the Goths are happy to help Joshua, but the bad news is one of them has gone missing.

Silas Decker has been waking up earlier than normal—very odd after three hundred years of being dead to the world when the sun is up. He enjoys the change – but what does he have to do for it to continue?

Elise Grigori’s day starts bad: her angelic family has discovered that she’s dating Jack Cabot, Thane to the Wolf King. It gets worse when Central Office calls to say that her cousin Francis is missing from his Vermont monastic retreat. He’s a Power, God’s strength manifested in flesh, which means he’s a walking nuke. His car is in Boston, which is very bad news for Boston.

Seth Tatterskein is just trying to hold his life together until he’s old enough to leave the Wolf King’s castle in New York and return to Boston as its Prince. His departure requires keeping his emotions in check—not an easy thing to do when your brother starts texting things like, “What kind of penguin talks?”]]> 13 02 Wen Spencer resides in paradise in Hilo, Hawaii, with two volcanoes overlooking her home. Spencer’s love of Japanese anime and manga flavors her writing. Her novel Tinker won the 2003 Sapphire Award for Best Science Fiction Romance and was a finalist for the Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award for Fantasy Novel. Her Wolf Who Rules was a Top Pick by Romantic Times and was given their top rating of four and a half stars. Her other Baen books include Endless Blue, Eight Million Gods, and her Black Wolves of Boston series with Black Wolves of Boston and Black Tie and Tails. Spencer’s Elfhome series includes Tinker, Wolf Who Rules, Elfhome, Wood Sprites, Project Elfhome, Harbinger, and Storm Furies.]]> 08 02 Praise for The Black Wolves of Boston:
“Complex and funny series perfect for late-teens.” —Fantasy Literature

Praise for Wen Spencer's Elfhome series:
“Spencer's intertwining of current Earth technology and otherworldly elven magic is quite ingenious.” —Booklist

“The melange of science fiction and fantasy tropes, starships rubbing shoulders with proud elf warriors, is uncommon but tasty. Established fans will enjoy this installment, and those unfamiliar with the series or Spencer may find it an intriguing introduction to her work.” —Publishers Weekly

Praise for Wen Spencer:
“Wit and intelligence inform this off-beat, tongue-in-cheek fantasy. . . . Furious action . . . good characterization, playful eroticism and well-developed folklore. . . . lift this well above the fantasy average. . . . Buffy fans should find a lot to like in the book's resourceful heroine.” —Publishers Weekly on Tinker

Praise for Eight Million Gods:
“Eight Million Gods is a wonderfully weird romp through Japanese mythology, culture shock, fan culture and the ability to write your own happy ending. It is diverting and entertaining fantasy.” —Galveston County Daily News]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3b85d7c2-e992-483d-bffd-b4350026788c 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 6.75 in 01 171.45 mm 02 4.125 in 02 104.78 mm 08 0.707 lb 08 11.312 oz 08 320.69 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 19.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 02 22.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668073612 02 02 1668073617 03 9781668073612 14 19781668073619 15 9781668073612 11 BB Hardback Caineverse 8 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Homefront</TitleText> 01 267958060 1 A01 Charles E. Gannon Gannon, Charles E. Charles E. Gannon Dr. Charles E. Gannon is best known for his multiple best-selling and award-winning Caine Riordan hard SF universe and Dragon-nominated Vortex of Worlds epic fantasy series. Baen Books has also made him the showrunner and lead author for the New York Times best-selling 1632 series, in which he wrote five novels with its creator, the late Eric Flint.

He has collaborated with many other authors in their universes: Black Tide Rising (John Ringo), Starfire (White & Weber), Honorverse (David Weber), Known Space (Larry Niven), and War World (Jerry Pournelle).

His awards include the Dragon, ALA Choice, and Compton Crook and he has been a finalist for the Nebula four times and the Dragon three times. Earlier in his career, he was a TV writer/producer and writer/designer for GDW games.

As a Distinguished Professor of English, Gannon received five Fulbrights, and his book Rumors of War & Infernal Machines won the 2006 ALA Choice Award for Outstanding Book. He is a frequent subject matter expert for national media venues (NPR, Discovery, etc.) and for various intelligence and defense agencies.

Gannon has five children (four living) and lives in Annapolis, Maryland.]]> 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC028010 10 FIC028030 10 FIC028050 20 Caine Riordan; Charles E. Gannon; Space Opera; Hard Science Fiction; Military Science Fiction; Terran Republic; transhuman; aliens; planet story; secret history; Cainverse 01 01 01 02 The Caine Riordan Universe returns to finish the battle for Earth!

September 9, 2121 AD. After the failed invasion of Earth, word arrives that the Arat Kur have been defeated in their home system. For two years, humanity watched the skies, fearing that the exosapients might return.

Even before they attacked, Earth was reeling from unprecedented shocks. Caine Riordan revealed the discovery of alien ruins, the exosapient Accord contacted Earth, and the resulting multi-speciate Convocation became the pretext for invasion. All in six months.

But rather than bringing relief, the news of victory releases a hot surge of suppressed conflicts, grudges, and greed which, together, might accomplish what an alien invasion could not: the destruction of the fledgling Consolidated Terran Republic.

Two old war heroes—Ira Silverstein and David Weber—grudgingly answer the call to prevent that outcome. The first item on their agenda: investigate and defang the militant factions using post-war resentments and bigotry to advance their own agendas. And the pair certainly have their work cut out for them as they navigate the CTR’s seething tsunamis of change. Smoldering beneath Earth’s facade of unified purpose, old embers of hatred, distrust, and injustice flare.]]> 13 02 Dr. Charles E. Gannon is best known for his multiple best-selling and award-winning Caine Riordan hard SF universe and Dragon-nominated Vortex of Worlds epic fantasy series. Baen Books has also made him the showrunner and lead author for the New York Times best-selling 1632 series, in which he wrote five novels with its creator, the late Eric Flint.

He has collaborated with many other authors in their universes: Black Tide Rising (John Ringo), Starfire (White & Weber), Honorverse (David Weber), Known Space (Larry Niven), and War World (Jerry Pournelle).

His awards include the Dragon, ALA Choice, and Compton Crook and he has been a finalist for the Nebula four times and the Dragon three times. Earlier in his career, he was a TV writer/producer and writer/designer for GDW games.

As a Distinguished Professor of English, Gannon received five Fulbrights, and his book Rumors of War & Infernal Machines won the 2006 ALA Choice Award for Outstanding Book. He is a frequent subject matter expert for national media venues (NPR, Discovery, etc.) and for various intelligence and defense agencies.

Gannon has five children (four living) and lives in Annapolis, Maryland.]]> 08 02 Praise for Charles E. Gannon:

“Chuck Gannon writes the kind of science fiction we all grew up on: rousing, mind-expanding, pulse-pounding sagas of spaceships and aliens. He’s a terrific writer, and we’re lucky to have him.” —Robert J. Sawyer

“[A] strong [writer of]…military SF…[much] action going on in his work, with a lot of physics behind it. There is a real sense of the urgency of war and the sacrifices it demands.” —Locus]]> 08 02 Praise for Compton Crook Award-winner for best first novel Fire with Fire:

“Chuck Gannon is one of those marvelous finds—someone as comfortable with characters as he is with technology, and equally adept at providing those characters with problems to solve. Imaginative, fun, and not afraid to step on the occasional toe or gore the occasional sacred cow, his stories do not disappoint.” —David Weber

“If we meet strong aliens out there, will we suffer the fate of the Aztecs and Incas, or find the agility to survive? Gannon fizzes with ideas about the dangerous politics of first contact.” —David Brin

“The plot is intriguing and then some. Well-developed and self-consistent; intelligent readers are going to like it.” —Jerry Pournelle

“[T]he intersecting plot threads, action and well-conceived science kept those pages turning.” —SFcrowsnest]]> 08 02 Praise for Nebula-nominated second entry Trial by Fire:

“I seriously enjoyed Trial by Fire. This one’s a tidal wave—can’t put it down. An excellent book.” —Jack McDevitt

“Gannon’s whiz-bang second Tales of the Terran Republic interstellar adventure delivers on the promise of the first (Fire with Fire)…The charm of Caine’s harrowing adventure lies in Gannon’s attention to detail, which keeps the layers of political intrigue and military action from getting too dense. The dozens of key characters, multiple theaters of operations, and various alien cultures all receive the appropriate amount of attention. The satisfying resolution is enhanced by the promise of more excitement to come in this fascinating far-future universe.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“[D]efinitely one to appeal to the adventure fans. Riordan is a smart hero, up against enormous obstacles and surrounded by enemies. Author Gannon does a good job of managing action and tension to keep the story moving, and the details of the worlds Riordan visits are interesting in their own right.” —Analog

“[O]ffers the type of hard science-fiction those familiar with the John Campbell era of Analog Science Fiction will remember. Gannon throws his readers into an action-packed adventure. A sequel to Fire With Fire, it is a nonstop tale filled with military science-fiction action.” —The Galveston County Daily News]]> 08 02 Praise for Caine’s Mutiny:

“This is military Science Fiction the way it’s supposed to be written. . . . All in all, a highly satisfying tale of the Terran Republic that moves the story forward and setting us up for the next chapter, which promises to be interesting at worst and explosive at best.” —SFcrowsnest

Praise for Raising Caine:

“Raising Caine unveils a lot of thought-provoking ideas, but ultimately this is a space opera adventure. There are space battles, daring emergency landings, desperate quests, hand-to-hand combat, and double-and-triple crosses. It’s an engrossing read. You owe it to yourself to read the two previous books in order. Then enjoy Raising Caine. It’s an intergalactic thrill-ride.” —Fantasy and Science Fiction Book and Audiobook Reviews

“This is science-fiction adventure on a grand scale.” —Kirkus

“Gannon’s harrowing . . . military space opera (following Trial by Fire) builds well on his established setting . . . Gannon’s signature attention to developing realistic alien worlds makes this installment satisfying.” —Publishers Weekly

“[A]n incredibly active book . . . as our protagonists are confronted by the beautiful, terrible, and sometimes lethal variety of the universe and its inhabitants. . . . A whole mess of fun…that manages to be scientifically accurate while refraining from excessive wonkiness. Those who value meticulous worldbuilding . . . will certainly have their needs met.” —BN Sci-Fi and Fantasy Blog]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a0d7db30-2e7e-4119-ba90-b42c00264b0d 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 01 01 Baen SIMO016 Baen 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 6.125 in 02 155.57 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 1.417 lb 08 22.672 oz 08 642.74 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Baen AU 01 20270112 9781668077122 02 02 1668077124 03 9781668077122 14 19781668077129 15 9781668077122 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>She Isn't Herself Tonight</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 224017875 1 A01 Hailey Piper Piper, Hailey Hailey Piper A Game in Yellow, Queen of Teeth, A Light Most Hateful, The Worm and His Kings series, and other books of dark fiction. She is also the author of over 100 short stories appearing in Weird Tales, PseudoPod, Cosmic Horror Monthly, Cast of Wonders, and various other publications. Her nonfiction appears in Writer’s Digest, Library Journal, CrimeReads, and elsewhere. She lives with her wife in Maryland, where their occult rituals are secret. Find Hailey at HaileyPiper.com.]]> Hailey Piper 01 eng 256 00 256 03 FIC015050 10 FIC015020 10 FIC072000 20 best new horror; queer fiction; dark fiction; queer horror; surreal horror; body horror; feminist horror; books about kink; books about bondage; disability justice; mental health awareness; relationships; queer relationships; toxic relationships; breakup stories; Too Much; Someone Great; Cam; Bugonia; alter ego; evil twin; uncanny; double; messy women; weird girl; literary horror; alien abduction; first encounter; trauma; PTSD; books with depressed characters; alienation; loneliness; dislocation; unraveling; coming-of-age; transformation 93 FK 93 FKM 93 FXD 98 5PSB 01 01 01 02 From the Bram Stoker Award–winning author of Queen of Teeth and A Game in Yellow, a “blissfully twisted and genuinely heartfelt” (Rachel Harrison, New York Times bestselling author of Play Nice) literary horror novel following a young woman on the heels of a traumatic break-up as she anxiously awaits an impending alien abduction—perfect for readers of You Weren’t Meant to Be Human and Our Wives Under the Sea.

When Rabbit was ten years old, she was abducted by aliens. Then, it happened again when she was twenty. Now thirty, she’s ready for their next visit. What she isn’t prepared for is her boyfriend callously ending their long-term relationship and ejecting her from their shared home.

As her birthday approaches, the aliens still haven’t arrived. Rabbit descends into a spiral of growing paranoia and bizarre bodily transformations, until soon it seems that even her reflection has a mind of its own. With her only refuge being the chaos of strangers who might not have her best interests at heart, Rabbit worries that her ex’s abandonment not only severed her from his life, but also from her own. Struggling to orient herself within a world growing more topsy-turvy by the day, Rabbit must regain control before her aliens at last return.]]> 13 02 A Game in Yellow, Queen of Teeth, A Light Most Hateful, The Worm and His Kings series, and other books of dark fiction. She is also the author of over 100 short stories appearing in Weird Tales, PseudoPod, Cosmic Horror Monthly, Cast of Wonders, and various other publications. Her nonfiction appears in Writer’s Digest, Library Journal, CrimeReads, and elsewhere. She lives with her wife in Maryland, where their occult rituals are secret. Find Hailey at HaileyPiper.com.]]> 08 02 Praise for She Isn't Herself Tonight

"A propulsive, thrillingly strange genre-bending novel full of yearning, that's magically poignant, earnest, squirmy, and unsettling in equal measure. Blissfully twisted and genuinely heartfelt."]]> Rachel Harrison, New York Times bestselling author of Play Nice and So Thirsty 08 02 She Isn't Herself Tonight brilliantly turns abduction narratives on their heads. Piper continues to outdo herself." ]]> Publishers Weekly Starred Review 08 02 delicious thrills, wicked surprises, and wondrous weirdness Hailey Piper has crafted a keenly stirring story of transformation and self discovery. She Isn’t Herself Tonight will grip you and hold on long after its final words, its extraordinary images will linger and its earnest heart will keep on beating."]]> Gerardo Sámano Córdova, author of Monstrilio 08 02 She Isn't Herself Tonight. Eerie and heartfelt by turns, it’s an ode to choosing who we are, who we love, and how we live.”]]> Mollyhall Seeley, Author of We Hexed the Moon 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4859d6e2-d541-476b-a688-b3dc00343424 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 01 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 04 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.64 in 03 16.256 mm 08 0.468 lb 08 7.488 oz 08 212.28 gr 27 15 9781668077139 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261215 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 S&S/Saga Press AU 01 20261215 9781668078730 02 02 1668078732 03 9781668078730 14 19781668078737 15 9781668078730 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Northwoods 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Wildwood</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 224673115 1 A01 Amy Pease Pease, Amy Amy Pease Northwoods and its sequel Wildwood, small-town thrillers rooted in the natural beauty and close-knit communities of her native Wisconsin. She writes emotionally rich, atmospheric stories across genres that explore the relationships that define us. A nationally recognized HIV specialist and longtime nurse practitioner, she is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and the Madison Writer’s Studio. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and two children.]]> Amy Pease 01 eng 288 00 288 03 FIC030000 10 FIC031010 10 FIC066000 20 Law enforcement; Wisconsin; mystery; northwoods; amy pease book two; northwoods series; missing persons; disappearance; murder mystery; drugs; narcotics; Afghanistan; veteran; ptsd; wiliam kent krueger; tana french; jane harper; cj box; liz moore; craig johnson; dervla mctiernan; mindy mejia; midwestern noir; rural crime; small town crime; small town cop; opioid epidemic; big pharma; big pharma conspiracy; upmarket crime; the north woods; wisconsin; boundary waters; western great lakes; northern wisconsin; big woods; northern lakes and forests; chicago; amy pease writer; books like the searcher; lightning strike; the survivors; long; bright river; shadows reel; the scholar; everything you want me to be; leave no trace; hoyt dewell series; walt longmire series; joe pickett series; dublin murder squad series; aaron falk series; cormac reilly series; 93 FB 93 FF 93 FH 93 FXR 01 01 01 02 “Amy Pease proves herself a master of modern literary crime fiction.” —Danielle Trussoni, New York Times bestselling author

From the award-winning author of the “riveting debut” (People) Northwoods, a mother-son law enforcement team confront buried secrets in their small town as they work to expose a conspiracy that goes far beyond the tight-knit community in remote Wisconsin.

Deputy Sheriff Eli North has spent the last year getting his life back together. He hasn’t touched a drop of alcohol, he’s working through his PTSD from his military deployment, and he’s repairing his most important relationships. When an undercover informant disappears and all signs point to murder, Eli must expose the dark underbelly of his idyllic Wisconsin small town while safeguarding his newfound stability.

Then, with the unexpected arrival of FBI Agent Alyssa Mason, Eli and his mother, the sheriff, are pulled deeper into a violent criminal network built on the backs of the lost and forgotten.

As the case deepens, loyalties fracture and the line between justice and survival begins to blur. In a town where everyone has something to hide, exposing the truth may cost them everything in this thriller filled “with enough tension to keep the pages turning” (Ann Cleeves, New York Times bestselling author).]]> 13 02 Northwoods and its sequel Wildwood, small-town thrillers rooted in the natural beauty and close-knit communities of her native Wisconsin. She writes emotionally rich, atmospheric stories across genres that explore the relationships that define us. A nationally recognized HIV specialist and longtime nurse practitioner, she is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and the Madison Writer’s Studio. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and two children.]]> 44 02 Publishers Weekly, starred review) series.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a6407dfa-b9b6-43f4-8cce-b3ed003625a6 01 Atria/Emily Bestler Books SIMO257 Atria/Emily Bestler Books 01 01 Atria/Emily Bestler Books SIMO257 Atria/Emily Bestler Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 0.72 in 03 18.288 mm 08 0.488 lb 08 7.808 oz 08 221.35 gr 06 15 9781668078723 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Atria/Emily Bestler Books AU 01 20270112 9781668080337 02 02 1668080338 03 9781668080337 14 19781668080334 15 9781668080337 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Divine Thrall 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Divine Shadow</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Divine Shadow</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 225164444 1 A01 Lyndsay Ely Ely, Lyndsay Lyndsay Ely Gunslinger Girl, was a YA genre-bent dystopian Western. She has also published an Overwatch tie-in novel, Deadlock Rebels, is a contributor to Overwatch 2: Heroes Ascendant: An Overwatch Story Collection, and is currently working on an upcoming interactive adventure novel for Five Nights at Freddy’s: Escape the Pizzaplex. She currently resides in Boston.]]> Lyndsay Ely 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC009070 10 FIC009100 10 FIC009020 20 Divine thrall series; divine warrior; fantasy; gods; goddesses; religion; action adventure fantasy; faith; quest fantasy; adult debut; cults; reliquary; cannibals; heretics; epic fantasy series; fantasy adventure novel; fantasy novels 2026; assassination; revenge; freedom; quest fantasy novels 2026; fantasy books with gods; rivals; friendship; rivals to friends; epic fantasy; dark fantasy; swordfights; divine magic; conspiracies; Tamsyn Muir; Hannah Kaner; Shannon Chakraborty; Rebecca Roanhorse; fantasy duology 93 FMT 93 FM 93 FMB 93 FJ 01 01 01 02 The “action-packed and original” (M. H. Ayinde, author of A Song of Legends Lost) Divine Thrall series continues as a divine warrior must wage a war within herself to reclaim her freedom and save the realm from complete takeover in this propulsive epic fantasy—perfect for fans of Godkiller and Gideon the Ninth.

In the shattered ruins of the Cathedral of the Enduring Flame, Lys grapples with the fallout of the latest divine conflict. The Whisperer has returned. Nolan is enthralled. Tempestra is still alive…with Lys as their newest avatar, which was definitely not part of the plan.

As the goddess worms deeper into her mind, Lys is determined to keep control—if not for herself, then for Nolan who is in danger of succumbing to his own divine possession. But resisting Tempestra is only the beginning. Across the Devoted Lands, the faithful and heretics alike spill blood in the names of their gods.

To end the war before it truly begins, Lys chases long-forgotten secrets where the first god fell. But as she prepares for her final stand, one question erodes the defiance she’s held tight: Is she truly ready for a world without gods?

Praise for the Divine Thrall:

“A ruthless, epic, and darkly hilarious read.” —Sara Hashem
“With twists, betrayals, and revelations aplenty, this will have readers hooked.” —Publishers Weekly

Divine Thrall
The Lost Reliquary
The Divine Shadow]]> 13 02 Gunslinger Girl, was a YA genre-bent dystopian Western. She has also published an Overwatch tie-in novel, Deadlock Rebels, is a contributor to Overwatch 2: Heroes Ascendant: An Overwatch Story Collection, and is currently working on an upcoming interactive adventure novel for Five Nights at Freddy’s: Escape the Pizzaplex. She currently resides in Boston.]]> 44 02 Gideon the Ninth and Hannah Kaner’s Godkiller.]]> 08 02 multilayered mythology, ambitious quest narrative, and urgency of Lys’s sarcastic narrative voice keep the pages flying. With twists, betrayals, and revelations aplenty, this will have readers hooked.”]]> Publishers Weekly on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 a compulsive and memorable read."]]> BookPage on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 Fun, irreverent, and propulsive. Ely creates an oppressive theocratic world populated by dodgy gods and fascinating mortals. This is the start of an explosive series!” ]]> T. L. Huchu, author of The Library of the Dead on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 heart-pounding adventure, The Lost Reliquary will sweep you into a brutal world of corrupted power and uneasy alliances. A ruthless, epic, and darkly hilarious read.” ]]> Sara Hashem, author of The Jasad Heir on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 Action-packed and original, The Lost Reliquary is a riveting adventure set in a brutal world of religious oppression. Lys’s struggles to manage past trauma and a long-buried hatred of the very power she’s sworn to serve gripped me from the very first page.” ]]> M. H. Ayinde, author of A Song of Legends Lost on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 Lightspeed Magazine on The Lost Reliquary 08 02 The Lost Reliquary is poised to be a gritty fantasy filled with betrayal, action, and a mission that could either save the last remaining god or cause the world to slip into something else entirely. It's high stakes with huge rewards, and that’s what makes not only for the best epic fantasy, but for the best franchises."]]> Winter is Coming on The Lost Reliquary 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e341d17e-e400-49a4-9aa5-b3df00352624 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 01 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 04 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1.16 in 03 29.464 mm 08 0.684 lb 08 10.944 oz 08 310.26 gr 27 15 9781668080344 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261215 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 S&S/Saga Press AU 01 20261215 9781668081037 02 02 1668081032 03 9781668081037 14 19781668081034 15 9781668081037 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>All in Your Head</TitleText> <Subtitle>Illness as Identity, Trauma as Fashion, and the Desire to be Disordered</Subtitle> 01 225634047 1 A01 Fredrik deBoer deBoer, Fredrik Fredrik deBoer The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, New York magazine, The Boston Globe, Playboy, and Harper’s Magazine, among many others. He is the author of The Cult of Smart, How Elites Ate the Social Justice Movement, and the novel The Mind Reels. He holds a PhD in English with a concentration in writing assessment and higher education policy from Purdue University. He lives in Connecticut with his family.]]> Fredrik deBoer 01 eng 336 00 336 03 PSY036000 10 BIO026000 10 POL046000 20 psychiatry; antipsychiatry; psychosis; schizophrenia; bipolar disorder; mania; depression; involuntary commitment; hospitalization; deinstitutionalization; mental illness; mental health; madness; delusion; hallucination; anosognosia; treatment; medication; diagnosis; disability; recovery; reform; suffering; torment; crisis; breakdown; psychopharmacology; asylum; institution; prison; homelessness; progressive; politics; identity; performance; TikTok; social media; romanticization; trivialization; gentrification; commodification; status; fashion; performative illness; factitious disorder; Munchausen; self-diagnosis; activism; critique; polemic; memoir; controversial; compassion; cruelty; good intentions; abandonment; vulnerability; violence; chaos; incapacity; support; intervention; policy failure; collapse; humanitarian crisis; ethics; truth; reality; honesty; myth; debunking; science; evidence; standards; flaws; history; legacy; Thomas Szasz; severe mental illness; psychiatric care; community care; forced treatment; patient rights; medical model; disability identity; online culture; therapeutic culture; mental health advocacy; psychiatric reform; clinical psychology; neuropsychiatry; psychotic disorders; mood disorders; serious mental illness 93 JM 93 MBPK 93 MQCL5 93 DNC 01 01 01 02 From the author of The Cult of Smart comes a searing account of the ways in which mental health culture and online discourse distort our understanding of mental illness, abandons the severely ill, and threatens the lives of millions who desperately need care.

Mental health culture in the 21st century is broken. After decades of influence from the anti-psychiatry movement, our conception of mental illness has become hopelessly romanticized, distorted by fictional depictions of madness that minimize the harms of debilitating conditions. It’s become fashionable to insist that mental illness is socially constructed, politically imposed, or secretly empowering. But these claims are dishonest and destructive. Psychosis is not creativity; delusion is not just another way of knowing; schizophrenia is not a sane response to an insane world. Mental illnesses are real, biological conditions that cause profound torment and destroy lives. Treating them as metaphors or identities does not liberate the afflicted. It condemns them.

With All in Your Head, Fredrik deBoer offers a powerful and long-overdue critique of modern mental health culture. He shows how deinstitutionalization, a well-intended but ultimately doomed corrective to psychiatry’s early abuses, collapsed into a humanitarian disaster, leaving the severely mentally ill to cycle through homelessness, incarceration, and neglect. More recently, the “gentrification of disability” has turned mental illness into social currency, even as those with the most disabling conditions deteriorate on the streets. The digital age has only intensified this crisis, spreading implausible self-diagnoses through social media and turning rare disorders into identity theater, while the truly ill are left out of the conversation.

Bracing and rigorously argued, All in Your Head is a call for an honest reckoning. Caring for people with mental illness requires material support, institutional capacity, and medical intervention. Psychiatry, despite its flaws, remains the only lifeline for millions. To abandon it is to abandon the most vulnerable among us.]]> 13 02 The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, New York magazine, The Boston Globe, Playboy, and Harper’s Magazine, among many others. He is the author of The Cult of Smart, How Elites Ate the Social Justice Movement, and the novel The Mind Reels. He holds a PhD in English with a concentration in writing assessment and higher education policy from Purdue University. He lives in Connecticut with his family.]]> 08 02 All in Your Head, Fredrik deBoer follows the aftershocks of the 1970s antipsychiatry movement to the current rise of TikTok self-diagnosis, exposing the dangers of turning illness into identity and offering a necessary corrective to the mental illness meme culture running rampant on and off our screens. Bold, bracing, and badly needed, All in Your Head is a must-read."
—Susannah Cahalan, New York Times bestselling author of Brain on Fire

"All in Your Head is one of those books that asks uncomfortable questions yet provides practical answers. Patients, families, clinicians, and policy makers will find this book provocative because it is both a defense of and a critique of psychiatry. But it is ultimately hopeful and personal and a must read for anyone who cares about serious mental illness."
—Thomas R. Insel, MD, former Director, National Institute of Mental Health

"Fredrik deBoer is the smartest and most relentless cultural commentator I'm aware of, particularly regarding modern mental health and the nauseating "culture" that engulfs it. In this book, he delivers a pitiless survey of the current mental health landscape, the shocking and insightful history of how we arrived here, and a blunt prescription for improving the treatment of the least considered (yet most important) people in this whole debacle: The Truly Mentally Ill. My friends openly make fun of me for how often I send them DeBoer's writing. Now you can make fun of me too. Have you read his new book, All in Your Head? He's so sharp. You gotta read it."
—Neal Brennan]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e85899a0-829d-4bc3-aaa0-b3db0044a165 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.865 in 03 21.971 mm 08 0.969 lb 08 15.504 oz 08 439.53 gr 27 15 9781668081051 06 15 9781668081044 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261215 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261215 9781668084106 02 02 1668084104 03 9781668084106 14 19781668084103 15 9781668084106 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Dead Ringer</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 227538588 1 A01 Chris Hauty Hauty, Chris Chris Hauty Deep State, was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, and Barry Award nominee. Other novels include the CALIBA Award–nominated Savage Road, and Storm Rising, as well as the acclaimed novella Insurrection Day. He currently lives in Glendale, California.]]> Chris Hauty 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC031060 10 FIC030000 10 FIC006000 20 Kennedy assassination; assassins; secret service; November 22, 1963; JFK; conspiracy; Chris Haughty; Deep State ; Hayley Chill; thrillers set in DC; washington DC thriller; political thrillers; best political thrillers; thrillers with female protagonists; assassination plots; thrillers with political assassinations; who shot jfk; Oswald; jack ruby; lee Harvey Oswald; jfk conspiracy theories; dallas; Texas; oliver stone; military veteran thriller; conspiracy thriller; White House mole; Russian mole; mole in the white house; POTUS; Russian president; Russian influence; Russia scandal; thriller audiobooks; suspenseful audiobooks; conspiracy; the fourth branch; hiding in plain sight; trust no one; shadow government; US thriller; Russian double agent; double agent; 93 FH 93 FHD 93 FHP 01 01 01 02 Nationally bestselling author Chris Hauty, one of the high-octane writers “to take the thriller world by storm” (The Real Book Spy), returns with a riveting stand-alone novel that explores a conspiracy—whose roots lead back to the JFK assassination—could change the course of the nation and the world.

Set in the present day, a disgraced former Secret Service officer and a Jesuit professor join forces to delve into the mysteries surrounding the events of November 22, 1963. Fixated on deciphering the conspiracies behind the history-changing assassination, they are oblivious to the fact that the secretive cabal is still active—and may face an end as bloody as the carnage in Dealey Plaza. Will they be able to uncover the truth in time? Or will they become two more footnotes in history?]]> 13 02 Deep State, was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, and Barry Award nominee. Other novels include the CALIBA Award–nominated Savage Road, and Storm Rising, as well as the acclaimed novella Insurrection Day. He currently lives in Glendale, California.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/433a5fea-4029-4ca0-88a9-b3f500348ac9 01 Atria/Emily Bestler Books SIMO257 Atria/Emily Bestler Books 01 01 Atria/Emily Bestler Books SIMO257 Atria/Emily Bestler Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.57 lb 08 9.12 oz 08 258.55 gr 06 15 9781668084090 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Atria/Emily Bestler Books AU 01 20270112 9781668207284 02 02 1668207281 03 9781668207284 14 19781668207281 15 9781668207284 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Halfheart</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 237943601 1 A01 Linden A. Lewis Lewis, Linden A. Linden A. Lewis Publishers Weekly bestselling author of The First Sister trilogy and author of the upcoming stand-alone fantasy novel Halfheart. They became a writer after learning that tattooed lady at the circus was not a sustainable career path. They currently live in Madrid, where they enjoy LARPing, cosplaying, and being a servant to their cats. Find them on social media @LindenALewis and otherwise at LindenALewis.com.]]> Linden A. Lewis 01 eng 416 00 416 03 FIC009020 10 FIC009100 10 FIC009120 20 best new fantasy novel; epic fantasy; fantasy standalone; friends to lovers; enemies to lovers; god wars; mages; woman warrior; scorned woman protagonist; trials; mercenary protagonist; strong female characters; queer fantasy; Dragon Age; Godkiller; revenge plot; revenge fantasy; found family; unlikely allies; band of misfits; dedicant; First Sister series; fantasy adventure novel; forced proximity; disciple; fantasy novels 2026; assassination; quest fantasy novels 2026; fantasy books with gods; rivals; friendship; sacrifice; rivals to friends; swordfights; divine magic; conspiracies; Tamsyn Muir; Hannah Kaner; Shannon Chakraborty; Rebecca Roanhorse; mythology 93 FMB 93 FN 93 FMR 01 01 01 02 From the acclaimed author of the “wonderful” (R. F. Kuang, #1 New York Times bestselling author) First Sister trilogy, a stand-alone fantasy novel set in a realm where gods devour each other to fuel their power, following a crew of unlikely allies on a desperate quest to stop the god of War from conquering the known world.

How are gods made?

Years ago, the god of War took everything from aging mercenary Mordrena Halfheart—her homeland, her family, her god, even her magic. So when offered a place in the coalition of mages who aim to kill the War, she digs her nails and teeth into the chance at revenge. But the War is not the only god whose path is intertwined with Halfheart’s. Another has been lurking in her shadow for years, desperate to manipulate her fate to serve his own purpose.

As Halfheart and her unlikely allies journey to find the one weapon that might turn the tides of the War’s unrelenting conquest, long-buried secrets are revealed, loyalties tested, and the fate of the known world is left hanging in the balance.

An exploration of loss, grief, and power, Halfheart is a wild, soulful, structurally inventive, and immersive standalone that proves Linden A. Lewis understands the epic fantasy genre just as well as they do space opera.]]> 13 02 Publishers Weekly bestselling author of The First Sister trilogy and author of the upcoming stand-alone fantasy novel Halfheart. They became a writer after learning that tattooed lady at the circus was not a sustainable career path. They currently live in Madrid, where they enjoy LARPing, cosplaying, and being a servant to their cats. Find them on social media @LindenALewis and otherwise at LindenALewis.com.]]> 08 02 A smart, fast-paced fantasy with genuine heart and depth.” ]]> James Islington, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Will of the Many 08 02 "Halfheart is a propulsive and vivid fantasy, for fans of anyone who’s ever loved a disparate band of underdogs, soaked in grief and trauma, getting together to do the impossible. Confident and beautifully realized, this is a book whose characters will live on in my head and heart forever."]]> Andrea Stewart, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Drowning Empire Trilogy 08 02 Halfheart is a mind-bending epic of a book with its bombastic action, visceral worldbuilding, and narrative devices that leave you constantly on edge about everything you're being told. Every character shines and intrigues, particularly its protagonist Mordrena, an aging but battle-hardened mercenary who's equal parts tough as nails and heartbreakingly vulnerable. One of the greatest storytellers of our generation, Linden A. Lewis blows me away every time."]]> Xiran Jay Zhao, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iron Widow 08 02 Clever, beautifully written, and brutal--Halfheart is a fantasy with a whole lot of heart. Perfect for fans of Godkiller and lovers of inventive takes on gods and monsters."]]> L.R. Lam, Sunday Times and USA Today bestselling author of Dragonfall and Pantomime 08 02 Sublime in every sense of the word."]]> Gareth Hanrahan, author of The Dungeon Book 08 02 Riveting and unputdownable, a must-read for fans of The Raven Scholar.” ]]> C.N. Kuster, author of The Bloodweaver 08 02 Visceral, vulnerable, and beautifully crafted, Halfheart is the kind of richly-imagined fantasy that makes writers long to write and readers yearn for more. Lewis's razor-sharp prose cuts to the heart of grief and explores just how immeasurably love and loss transform us. An incomparable standalone."]]> Linsey Miller, author of That Devil, Ambition 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d9a88f99-d04a-4af9-8635-b3dc003447f9 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 01 01 S&S/Saga Press SIMO934 S&S/Saga Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1.04 in 03 26.416 mm 08 1.003 lb 08 16.048 oz 08 454.95 gr 27 15 9781668207291 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 20 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 S&S/Saga Press AU 01 20270112 9781668216521 02 02 1668216523 03 9781668216521 14 19781668216528 15 9781668216521 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Angel Country</TitleText> 01 241435511 1 A01 Alex T. Singer Singer, Alex T. Alex T. Singer Mirrorverse: Belle. Her short stories have appeared in Luna Station Quarterly, Apparition Literary Magazine, Clarkesworld, and PseudoPod. Her short story, “Nothing but the Gods On Their Backs” was a finalist in the 2024 WSFA Small Press Award category for short fiction. For more of her work, visit LittleFoolery.com.]]> Alex T. Singer 01 eng 448 00 448 03 FIC015020 10 FIC009030 10 FIC009070 20 xenobiology; betrayal; survival; revenge; angels; prototype; New Haven; Bridgeport; New York; Archangel Gabriel; moral conflict; adventure; complex characters; high-stakes drama; fantasy elements; action-packed; human vs. divine; angel lore; experimental science; moral ambiguity; intense rivalry; speculative fiction; cosmic horror; Lovecraft; eldritch horror; body horror; old gods; alternate history; fantasy horror; 1900s; Manifest Destiny; 20th century; United States history; us history; Lovecraft Country; Ring Shout; Matt Ruff; P. Djeli Clark; Nothing but the Gods On Their Backs 93 FK 93 FMT 93 FMH 01 01 01 02 “Beautifully grotesque, fantastically creative.” —Hiron Ennes, author of The Works of Vermin

In an alternate early 1900s, a scientist hunts down her former research partner after he steals her life’s work before his greed reshapes the world in this darkly wondrous cosmic horror—perfect for fans of The Starving Saints and Ring Shout.

One morning in 1904, scientist Ada Franklin wakes up in her own grave. After clawing her way out, she discovers her lab abandoned and her research partner gone—along with her life’s work: a prototype designed to enable human-angel communication.

Angelic infestations have kept the original thirteen colonies from expanding for generations, but Manifest Destiny is a growing force in the new century. Whoever controls Ada’s invention may gain the power not only to communicate with angels, but to command them.

With no one else to trust, Ada resurrects her former lover, now monstrously altered by the entities they once studied. Together they pursue the man who betrayed her across a country warped by celestial horror, where angelic contact remakes both flesh and mind. But the closer Ada comes to reclaiming her work, the more she suspects humanity’s greed could prove more terrifying than the divine.

A fever dream mash-up of alternate history, dark fantasy, and eldritch horror, Angel Country delivers a morally complex tale that asks a chilling question: when faced with unimaginable power, who is truly the monster?]]> 13 02 Mirrorverse: Belle. Her short stories have appeared in Luna Station Quarterly, Apparition Literary Magazine, Clarkesworld, and PseudoPod. Her short story, “Nothing but the Gods On Their Backs” was a finalist in the 2024 WSFA Small Press Award category for short fiction. For more of her work, visit LittleFoolery.com.]]> 23 02 TRANSCRIPT, [REDACTED] and [REDACTED], following the Grace Event known as “The Morrison Church Incident.”

SPEAKER 1: Angelic emergence occurred via ocular, vocal, and nasal orifices. Evidence of divine tissue in cranial cavity, with evidence of movement down the cervical spine.

SPEAKER 2: Cause?

SPEAKER 1: Organist shifted from 120 to 130 and back again, I would consider this the source of the subject’s agitation.

SPEAKER 2: Cognitive effects of Grace?

SPEAKER 1: Late stage. Delusions. Patient was convinced they had made contact with the entities.

SPEAKER 2: Just delusions? And you’re sure there wasn’t actual contact involved?

SPEAKER 1: Absolutely. There’s no evidence of any real communication.

SPEAKER 2: I’m not sure what more you could want.

SPEAKER 1: A response.

SPEAKER 2: You’ve had one.

SPEAKER 1: A better one.

IF YOU WISH to know how I came to be here, know that it began in a grave.

My own, as it happens.

The way it happened was frustratingly simple. I’d been suffering from a chronic condition as the result of the trials we’d been doing. As treatment, I’d chosen to undergo surgery and, while under sedation, Tennyson and the other associates took me off the table, out of the clinic, out into the marshes behind the lighthouse, and dumped my body into a square-shaped ditch they’d dug out the night before. One of the men from the docks prepared the hole. I know this, because they shot him and dumped him in there with me. He made for poor company when I woke up, but at least I knew from the way he lay which way was up.

As I clawed my way out, I imagined it a sight: scrawny woman that I had been, married to her research notes, weak from my operation, throwing hunks of stone aside as I burst snarling from my grave like some cherub from the heavens. The earth heaved. The marsh pooled and grasped at me, desperate to have me back, but I tore and twisted until it gave way, and I was free. Gasping among the grasses, I coughed up mud and snails and who knows what else. Before the project, before the trials, before the booster shots, I’d have been as dead as Tennyson had hoped.

I was a marvel of modern science, standing there in my muddied hospital gown, and I was too furious to revel in it. During my four-and-a-half-foot trip to the surface, I realized what they had done.

I hadn’t been wholly unaware, when I had undergone my operation.

“I wish you’d told us, Ada,” said Tennyson, as though he hadn’t known. As though we hadn’t been conspirators a lifetime ago. Maybe even friends, two lifetimes ago. “We’ve been worried. How are you?”

I couldn’t answer. He knew that. He lost interest in my health almost instantly.

“Secure the prototype,” said Tennyson.

“Are you sure—?” I heard Morton stumble. He did that a lot, towards the end. “I thought we were going to—it’s—”

Tennyson seemed to feed off the weakness in him. His voice hit a stern, authoritative timbre, the sort he’d never dared to use on me. “Do you want to tell the client why we were late?”

“That—”

“Or shall we have it out when we get to the Association?”

“No, no need for that…”

I remembered they took it. They took it, wrapped it, and put it in a box. They shoved me in a body bag, and they stole it. Oh, my love. You knew they’d do this. I’d been convinced they’d never dare. But you knew.

My life’s work…

But I digress.

I could still feel it, beating, distantly. Farther and growing farther. I’d done such dreadful things to create it, I’d made such terrible compromises, and now I was separated from it. The prototype. My prototype. Its absence burned like the crawling flesh in my abdomen, knitting back together, but sharp and prickling. I had created it to speak with the angels, and with any luck, hear their reply, now it was gone, gone, gone, and I could do nothing to stop them.

I made a poor attempt to resonate with it, right there on the beach. The seagrass stuck to my scraped ankles. The ocean’s froth bunched around the jagged stones, and I was no less sharp and miserable. The great flat backs of cherubim breached the whitecaps. A sailor might have thought it some wailing woman, screaming and screaming into the wind, which I suppose in that moment I was. I couldn’t find a tune, my throat was too full of grit. If I closed my eyes, all I saw was darkness. All I felt was cold, creaking movement.

Something. Not enough.

When I opened my eyes, I saw the marsh. I felt the prick of the sea spray on my filthy flesh.

But what did I expect from the Association? I expected I’d have more time. I’d expected Tennyson would have been thorough and meticulous in discrediting me. I didn’t think they’d surprise me while I was at my weakest, and I didn’t think the Association had gotten so desperate for results.

But I didn’t wholly count it out.

I took the clothes off that dead gravedigger. They were heavy with mud, but more substantial than my ruined hospital gown, and marginally less bloodied. The young man was as much a victim as me, but he had taken a job from a mysterious organization operating out of a long-abandoned lighthouse. He’d dug a ditch that just so happened to be the right size to fit an adult woman. He can’t have been completely blind to the circumstance. I certainly hadn’t been to my own. The clothes fit poorly, but it was at least something.

The tidal winds lashed at my back as I stumbled up the narrow path. The lighthouse. I needed to return to the lighthouse. It swam in my vision, that dark grey through the grey, stabbing through the low clouds like a pin made of bone, its pallid light pulsing as it did its turns against the mists.

There was no question that it would be my first stop. I had no desire to stumble into town in my condition. The townspeople would ask questions I wasn’t ready to answer. Besides, I had to know the extent of Tennyson’s betrayal.

I didn’t meet anyone along the way. I knew I wouldn’t. Residents ignored the marshes if they could, especially when the skies were grey, while the Pequot who lived on the point kept to their sentry. They watched for what came out of the marshes, not what wandered about inside it.

This land belonged to the angels. Though, most in the marsh itself were fairly low ranked in the celestial host. A few minor “putti,” as they would say in the south, but, to the uneducated or the pious, even the smallest member of the host is an intimidating encounter—and encounter them I did. They pushed their way out from under the marsh, their radiant eyes rolling in their sockets, their slippery wings buzzing in the mud. They sensed the blood on my clothes. They might have smelled the remnants of my modifications, too. It’s hard to know the ways of angels, and anyway I smashed a few of them with a rock and they fled quickly back into the oozing marshes from which they’d come. How luminous their blood was as it sank among the sea spray and the marsh, but I gave no pause as I marched on.

I was weak from my surgery, but not that weak.

The lighthouse was a wreck—more of one than usual. The lights wouldn’t switch on. The first floor, where we’d done most of our trial work, lay bare. The second floor, where we’d done our messier exams, equally so. They’d taken most of the portable equipment. They’d cleared the bookshelves. They’d carried off most of the supply chests, and even a few of the comfier chairs. I swore. Of course they’d taken the cushions. Wretched men. Lazy men.

Anything of immediate use or, in Dolokov’s case, comfort, was gone. All they’d left were a couple of the larger tables—drawers emptied, of course—and some of the heavier wall installations. The cables and battery equipment that had operated those installations were gone. Tennyson’s second floor office was the cleanest I’d seen in a year. The safe door hung open. Unlocked. Wiped even of dust. Keys he kept in his desk, the ones that opened the doors to the basement and the observation deck, gone. I checked the living quarters on the third floor. Morton’s liquor cabinet was emptied of its contents, no surprises there. No books on any of the shelves. Sheets stripped from the beds. Everything left barren as though no one had ever lived there.

Except for my bed.

That they’d overturned.

Thieves. Bastards. Con men. Oh what I would have done if they’d been in front of me in that moment. They deserved nothing as beautiful as an angel’s maw but I might have made an exception if I could have gutted them with my newfound strength oh I would have I digress.

The nerve of it. The sheer nerve. They’d taken my clothes, and all my textbooks—even my illustrated primer on human biology, written for children. I’d only kept it out of sentimental value, but Tennyson must have believed I’d hidden something in it. He wasn’t wrong. I did hide things, which is why I checked the third-floor washroom, which only I’d been allowed to use. Well, Agenos and I, but Agenos had been too insulted to take the men up on their “gentlemanly” gesture. I was fine with the privacy. I’d used it to my benefit. I checked behind the mirrors and inside the tank of the toilet.

The bottle of wine and medical kit I’d kept behind the mirrors were still there.

The copied notes I’d put in the tank, though, those were gone.

Tennyson had kept a closer eye on me than I’d realized.

I did what anyone would have done in that circumstance. I walked back down to Tennyson’s office, took a hold of his desk, used my newfound strength to shove it out the door, and pushed it over the rails of the stairwell. It smashed down into the center of the first floor, splintering into a thousand pieces. I imagined I’d dropped it on his head and laughed. After a while, though, my throat started to hurt, and a light came on up in the observation deck.

Lantern light. Shaky and white.

“Dr. Tennyson?” called a reedy voice, from above.

I’d forgotten, in the lighthouse, not everyone would have left. The shadows went sideways, and the light went cold. The scent of burning wires overwhelmed me. I went dizzy with it.

“No, Keeper,” I answered, my voice shaky and hoarse from shouting—and from the dirt in my throat. I didn’t realize I’d swallowed so much. I coughed as I tried to speak. “Dr. Franklin. It’s Dr. Franklin.”

The shadows returned to their proper shape.

“Ada?” burbled the Lighthouse Keeper. She poured down the steps, her sickly white eyes wide in confusion, her hands clasped to her chest in surprise at the sight of me. “Oh, my dear, what happened?”

I fell into her arms. All four of them.

Linton Laremy brought his spouse

To keep Port Warren’s Old Lighthouse

But which was which no one could say…

SO WENT THE dockworker’s song, and so the Keeper sang it, too. She sang it while she worked. She sang it while she puttered about. She liked it, though she could no longer wholly confirm what was true and what wasn’t. But if you listened, you could hear it through the very stones, as ever present as the Keeper herself. As ever present as the lighthouse and all it stood for.

For as long as anyone in the town of Anton’s Bell could remember, there’d been a lighthouse, and as long as there had been a lighthouse, there’d been a keeper. There had to be, to keep the lamp burning.

Marvelous. Luminous. Everything I could have ever hoped for from a being of this nature. How smug Tennyson had been when he’d returned from the survey, still carrying his medicine bag and bells, the equipment I’d packed for him, while I lay in a starched hospital bed waiting for lab results.

“Yes, we’ve spoken,” he said. His eyes dancing with the quiet stab of And you haven’t.

The project had initially progressed under my direction. The survey should have been mine to conduct, the initial interviews, the fantastic first contact I could only read in transcript. My diagnosis had rendered me unable to be there myself. But he had gone ahead to the lighthouse. He had spoken to her first. The reversal of roles had been his first taste of true power, and I should have known he’d get drunk on it. Why didn’t I know? Why had I assumed it would stay the way it had always been. The difference between a mouse and a rat is canniness and he had always been clever. Idiot, idiot, idiot—

I digress.

The Keeper is a saint—a human so full of Grace they canonized, reformed by their intense devotion to the angels. As such, her form was altered to reflect such Grace. It is a shape that can admittedly cause alarm in those who do not understand the concept. After collecting rent, the Lighthouse Keeper prefers to leave her tenants in peace. In the normal way, I’d have never bothered her to the extent I had, but as was the nature of my illness, I’d started noticing her lurking in the corner of my eye. Agenos had stopped speaking with me by then, but the Keeper didn’t seem to mind the company.

She didn’t mind it now, either. She helped me bathe, found me fresh clothes, and located the bottle of brandy that escaped Morton’s notice and let me drink it as she tended my wounds. My new nature meant I healed quickly, but my rough treatment after surgery had left injuries severe enough it took time for the flesh to knit back together. I’d been so angry I hadn’t noticed how much it hurt. I noticed now. I drank directly from that dusty bottle, while my friend stitched me up the rest of the way.

I told her what happened to me.

“I thought it was sudden,” croaked the Keeper. “It’s been days, did you know?”

“Days?” How long had it taken me to wake up?

“Yes, yes,” said the Keeper, her dead white eyes blinking rapidly as she poured alcohol over one of my wounds. I hissed, but she was firm and efficient with her needle. I couldn’t help but be grateful for her speed. The associates had taken all the anesthetics. “Days since they packed up. Days since you left to see the doctor. I thought you left with them, or I thought they left with you. Didn’t say what it was. They were very rude about it. Left such a mess in the cellars. I see now why. Oh, Ada, how I wish I’d known!”

How I wish I’d known. The doctor, the Keeper said. She had meant the surgeon. The man had been nowhere in sight when Tennyson and the other associates had arrived at my bedside. Neither him nor the nurse had been around to stop them. They could have wanted to give me my privacy.

Or Tennyson had paid them off.

“How far ahead of me was he,” I muttered. “How far ahead—I didn’t—I thought—how could I have—”

The Keeper rested one of her appendages on my shoulder to still me.

“Men are snakes,” she said emphatically.

“Didn’t you used to be one?” I managed to ask, with a ragged smile.

“Perhaps,” garbled the Keeper, the wrinkles of her face lifting into what I’d come to recognize as a smile. “All the more reason I would know!”

Despite everything, I laughed. Then I downed more of the brandy.

Through the Keeper I learned a little bit more about the associates’ departure. It had been sudden. Inspired, it seemed, by a telegram that had reached at the lighthouse sometime after dawn. Tennyson had been meeting with Dolokov when Morton, red-faced as usual, arrived with it. Tennyson had read it absently then dismissed Dolokov soon after. Never mind Dolokov was the senior associate—he wasn’t the head of the project, and it was easy for Tennyson to pull rank. He’d done it more and more, in the last stages of our work. That warning sign I’d at least heeded. We’d all been sick of Tennyson’s newborn pretensions.

At least, I thought we’d all been sick of it.

Regardless, Tennyson put on his travel coat, procured a pistol, and set out to Anton’s Bell. He’d returned by noon with moving materials. I suspect him and Morton paid me their visit as soon as the breakdown was done. But the weapon. Where had he gotten it? Agenos had managed all our security material. Why had she not asked him what he intended with it? Why had she allowed him to load it? Not her. Not her, too. Had I truly fallen so far in her esteem that she would give me up as well—damnit damnit damnit.

I digress.

“The telegram…” I managed.

“Took it with him,” said the Keeper, “along with other things. Foolish little Tenny. Poor little mouse. Forgetting to pay his respects to his landlord. Didn’t notice I’d read it, though. Don’t mind telling you. There’d been a call for him down in Anton’s Bell. He went to answer it. Does that help at all?”

“It’s something,” I said, hazily. “Thank you.”

“It is the least I can do, my dear,” said the Keeper, stroking my hair comfortingly as she finished bandaging my stomach. “You can hold a conversation. I have missed conversation. Eeh, conversation without all the screaming and the writhing, that is…”

A call. A call. Who would have placed a call? The Association, perhaps, but then why would he have asked Dolokov to leave the room? And why would he have been so eager to leave? Why would it have inspired him to kill me before leaving? There would have been easier ways to discredit me. They just would have taken longer.

So many other questions unanswered, but at that time, I only asked the Keeper one:

“May I borrow the keys to the cellar?” I asked. “I left something there.”

The Keeper paused in her irritated undulations to peer at me.

“You can,” she hummed, in a voice that sounded all at once wetter and flutier, “but you should know that Tennyson did not return his keys, and he did not pay the last month’s rent—”

I held out my wrist.

“I’ll pay it,” I said.

But the Keeper wrapped her wet hand around mine and pushed it down.

“Ada,” she garbled, reprovingly. Her bulging eyes rolled in her sockets. “Don’t be dramatic. You’ve little enough blood to spare. I was only going to ask for a small memory. Something sweet. Something tasty, maybe? It has been a long time since I have had a tongue that could taste sweet!”

I CANNOT RECALL which birthday I gave the Keeper, drawn from a patch of skin above my wrist, but there were many years my aunt made me lemon cakes to celebrate. She sprinkled sugar on them, so I know the Keeper’s conditions were met. I took the keys, an old oil lantern, and a broken-off leg of one of the tables.

The key felt cold in my hand. It always did. No matter the temperature, the keys never warmed up. Tennyson had been careful not to let the other associates touch his set, but there were occasions where he made exceptions. I recognized the coldness. I was ready for the way the metal sang and whispered when it met with the lock.

The associates came to avoid the lighthouse cellar. In the early days we went there often. We had to. Since it was cold and dark, it was a convenient place to store the materials for our early trials. The Association had granted us a generous supply of relics, all housing angelic material they’d hoped would aid us in our work: Putti preserved in bottles. Jars full of bobbing eyes of indeterminate but winged origin—potentially seraphic. One case held the middle talon of what Dolokov believed was a cherub. All of these were arranged carefully along the wall closest to the stairs. Each was labeled, with a date, a specimen number, a name, and a little book to log any changes in their condition.

These items were still there when I descended those aching wooden steps. In the light from my lantern, and from the open door, the floating eyes seemed to rotate in my direction.

I moved quickly. I didn’t have far to go. The lighthouse cellar was more like a jam cellar than a catacomb. The ceiling was low enough a man like Morton would have had to crouch when he entered, lest he hit his head on the heavy crossbeams. I never had any such issues. It gave me a maneuverability the others did not have. I could move past the floating eyes before I could become overly fascinated by them. I could step over the twitching shadows without stumbling into them. The associates relied on that, in the early days: Send Ada to retrieve the materials we need. Send Ada to update the logs.

Send Ada to store the latest failure.

Over time, the row of materials we kept along the wall closest to the door grew larger. In addition to the preserved specimens, we began storing objects of our own creation. Crates that smelled like acid. Jars full of indeterminate but twitching pieces of skin. Over time, our specimens became more solid, more whole. The jars got bigger, the crates more heavily secured. We stacked them first along the next nearest walls, then in the center of the room, then, much to everyone’s anxiety, in the back of the cellar—about thirty feet from the entrance. Morton flat out refused to walk in this far, and even Agenos loaded her pistol before making that trip. Not that they often had to. Just send Ada.

I never minded.

Tennyson and the associates left such material behind because they didn’t have the time or the courage to make the trip. The door was locked. The preservatives would keep most of the specimens pure for at least five to ten more years. Any remaining keys were with the Lighthouse Keeper. Who would have known to look down here? Who would’ve had any business here, with the prototype complete and the project finished?

The cellar would keep its own secrets. It would keep Tennyson’s secrets.

It would keep my secrets.

After all, who would’ve known I’d kept something extra along that back wall? Something I’d hidden from the other associates, even Tennyson. I was the only one who’d walk that far into the cellar.

Even a few days with no gramophone had left it fetid and overgrown. The shadows grasped at my ankles, but I stepped over them. Once or twice, something dropped from the ceiling. I’d step back. It would splatter on the floor in front of me. Reformed, it reached for me, before I beat it back with the table leg. By the time I’d reached that wall, most of the specimens were awake and murmuring. The eyes blinked at me. A cherub’s talon flexed. Even the putti showed signs of life, their heads bobbing up and down in their solution.

I paid them no notice. My interest lay only with the chest I kept in the far corner, on the left. It looked just like the others. It smelled as much like angels and marshes as anything else in the room, but it was guarded only by a simple padlock.

This key I’d kept in a pack of bandages in my first aid kit. Tennyson had taken anything that looked like it might be important. A wad of cloth wasn’t one of those things.

I dragged the chest out from its corner. The lock didn’t take much time. The lid might’ve been heavy once, but in my present condition I lifted it without any effort at all. The straps securing the contents took some time, especially when one of the nearby specimens broke out of its tube and tried to strangle me, but I punched my hand through its chest cavity. It was easy. I pretended it was Tennyson. There were some advantages to my ordeal, I suppose.

I dislodged my hand from its still-pulsing body. It slithered to the side, its song choked off into a hiss. After that, there was a great skittering of feet and shivering of tubes. The others left me to my work.

I punctured the preservatives bag with a nail. The solution oozed and sizzled as it was released. I cut, carefully, along the center, pulling the pieces of slippery fabric aside. Shoving my hand inside, the solution was warm and singing. The subject inside was heavy and alive.

Correct amount of appendages. Correct amount of sensory orifices. Closed chest cavity. Heartbeat. Relief. Oh, good. Thank you thank you thank you. Of all the things that had gone wrong at least it was still there.

I gripped the edges of the chest. I slipped to my knees. The specimens groaned. The shadows shivered. My lantern guttered once or twice. The solution pooled around me, a mix of old blood and preservatives. It soaked into the clean clothes the Keeper had given me, but, for a moment, I didn’t care. For a moment, I couldn’t do anything but look—really look—at what I’d found inside that chest.

“Blake,” I whispered. “Oh, my love.”

I was so glad to see him again.

And in the last shivering cell of my body, that shall remain true.

Even after you kill me for what I’ve done.
INTERLUDE: THE ANATOMY OF ANGELS
[FROM THE ARCHIVIST: Beginnings. Beginnings. Where did it begin? I have pondered for some time, how I might begin to dissect my own broken mind. Perhaps:]

Date: 12.6.1872

The SUBJECT is a mid-class ELOHITE of the CLEMENTINE variant, secured by M. Dolokov from the Ojibwe’s Great Sea in the Chippewa treaty territories. Silver thread has been used to secure its ventral limbs. 0.50 mg of laudanum administered orally to each of its five mouths. Pulse of its three detected hearts have remained resting at 60 bpm. Priest has read rites and offered dispensation. First cut is made at 0815.1

Regenerative response remains stalled at 0.06 mm per second. We will proceed.

While most angelic specimens are abstract in form, the ELOHITE class is the most symmetrical observed type, often resembling vertebrates of this world. CLEMENTINE2 variants appear similar to humans in structure, with occasional extra flight or grasping limbs. The current specimen possesses four main trunk limbs, two variant wings located ventrally for flight, and two more located in the lower dorsal area, half-formed.

We will proceed, however, with the main core exploratory surgery, as the wing responses to incisions and injection have been well-documented, see also KLEIN, 1861.

Here, M. Dolokov and the Nations representative advise speed.3

SUBJECT’s flesh resembles CETACEAN specimens, but more delicate once removed from main body. Skin is known to turn transparent when removed.

No bones or skeletal structure have been observed. Some cartilaginous frameworks can be found around area approximated to be the thoracic cavity. Chambers resembling swim bladders have been found near ventral flight appendages.

Upon removal these chambers collapsed and showed signs of movement. 0.24 mg laudanum administered subcutaneously.4

Three aortic arches have been located in the lower cavity. First resembles invertebrate species such as the common earthworm.

Second contains a two-chambered heart resembling that found in aquatic species like North Atlantic salmon.

The third has four chambers, and evidence of connective tissue, resembling—5

An eye has been located in the thoracic cavity. It appears to be fully mobile and connected to what is understood to be the angel’s spinal column.

Here we ask the priest to stop singing hymns.

Priest has denied singing hymns.

Operating theater is asked to remain quiet during the extraction.

A second eye has been discovered in the thoracic cavity.

A third eye has been discovered in the thoracic cavity.

Regeneration rate has increased to 0.08 per second.

Elevated pulse of first two hearts detected at 75 bpm, 82 bpm, 92 bpm.

Second dose of 0.50 mg laudanum administered subcutaneously.

A fourth eye has been discovered in the thoracic cavity.

A child has been discovered drumming on the observation glass of the operating theater.6 The priest has resumed singing. Signs of affliction have appeared among medical staff.

M. Dolokov has asked all women and children to leave the theater. One M. Rosalind and two children were removed at 0845, at which point SUBJECT has shown increased agitation and responsiveness to exploratory incisions.

Elevated activity noted in SUBJECT extant eyes.

ELOHIM are not known to have eyes.

ELOHIM are not known to have mouths. ELOHIM are not known to sing. Extant vocal cords have been discovered in new, fourth aortic arch. Regeneration rate detected at 0.1 mm per second, and rising, rising, rising.

But onwards, my extant brothers. Onwards, my soldiers.

Here, the Nations representative has been observed reaching for their spear.

DOLOKOV, please contain the savage.

onWards we shall7

END TRANSCRIPT

1. Of course what is not in the good doctor’s notes is the cognitive effect that angels hold on those in their presence. See: SYMPTOMS of CANONIZATION. As soon as that first cut was made, exposure occurred. Often the subject is not immediately aware of it. The mind seems in perfect order, but for a rise in feeling that can range from unease to a sense of warm accomplishment. As you might imagine, my love, this gentleman must have been of the second set.

2. Ecclesiastical taxonomy. I’ve never been fond of it. Allegedly, the first man-shaped angels were encountered by Pope Clement I.

3. Sound advice. Regeneration is only one sign of an angel’s awakening. Our good doctor wore a mask, but he played no music and administered no ivory constructs in restraint. His cognitive abilities had not yet been affected, but perhaps that warmth spurred him forward.

4. Ineffective. You may also notice, my love, that perception of time grows strange. As the mind divides, like a paper and its footnotes, so, too, does the chronology of the thoughts and how we experience them. Am I in my grave? Am I beside you? Am I in the operating theater, watching a man cut into an angel with nothing to save him but his own crumbling ego?

5. Oh, I know this one. It would have looked human, Doctor. It would have looked just like yours.

6. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, How I Wonder What You Are. Oh, Blake, my love, you cannot say I did not try for him.

7. And here, the good Doctor found his end. But here, my love, is where I began.

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In 1993, Bob Chapek began his career at the Walt Disney Company as the marketing director for home video. After twenty-seven years of hard work, climbing the corporate ladder, and garnering respect across the wide variety of businesses that Disney has, he earned the most coveted (and scrutinized) position of all: In 2020, he was named CEO of the Walt Disney Company.

Born and raised in small-town Indiana by a World War II–veteran father, Chapek learned early in life that grit, resilience, and curiosity can take you far. These values are what got him to Disney. However, within weeks of starting at the top, the COVID-19 pandemic shut down parks, resorts, cruise ships, live sporting events, and film and television production, forcing Chapek to steer the billion-dollar empire through unprecedented times. The stakes were high, the decisions unforgiving, and the backlash often inordinate, leaving him wondering whether he had become the corporate scapegoat of it all. In 2022, he got his answer—Chapek was out, Iger was back in.

Was he really given a fair shot or was he set up to fail? What drove his ousting and Bob Iger’s return? What happened behind the scenes at Disney during COVID, and how did those decisions impact what we see today? Four years later, after reflection and healing, Chapek is ready to tell his story, sharing what he hopes will be his true legacy.

Even now, after everything, he’s still a lifelong fan, and wants the magic of Disney to endure for generations.

Behind the Castle Walls is a revealing and thrilling memoir of ambition, power, and corporate intrigue in the happiest company on earth.]]> 13 02
Don Yaeger is a New York Times bestselling author, longtime associate editor at Sports Illustrated, and one of the most in-demand public speakers on the corporate circuit. He is the host of the highly rated Corporate Competitor Podcast. He lives in Tallahassee, Florida, with his wife and two children. Visit DonYaeger.com for more information.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/03cc0215-c4eb-49b5-919c-b4a400245cec 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 0.95 lb 08 15.2 oz 08 430.91 gr 06 15 9781668222096 27 15 9781668222102 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668222515 02 02 1668222515 03 9781668222515 14 19781668222512 15 9781668222515 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Know a Thing or Two About a Thing or Two</TitleText> 01 243484145 1 A01 Dorinda Medley Medley, Dorinda Dorinda Medley The Real Housewives of New York City, but she is best known for Making It Nice! She has always taken great pleasure in entertaining and decorating for the holidays and other special occasions at her home in the Berkshires, Bluestone Manor. She enjoys theater, art, travel, fashion, cooking, decorating, and the company of her friends and family—especially her daughter, Hannah Lynch.]]> Dorinda Medley 01 eng 256 00 256 03 BIO013000 BGFA 2.1 10 BIO026000 10 SEL031000 20 real housewives memoir; Bravo reality star book; women’s self-help memoir; confidence for women over 50; books by RHONY cast; memoirs by strong women; celebrity life lessons; personal growth for women; self-care for busy women; female empowerment memoirs; inspirational books by women; books about confidence and change; candid celebrity memoirs; 93 DNBF1 93 DNC 93 VS 01 01 01 02 Beloved Real Housewives of New York City star Dorinda Medley delivers her no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud, and deeply inspiring guide to turning life’s challenges into confidence, resilience, and joy—reminding us that you don’t need it all and you don’t need to be perfect to Make It Nice.

Dorinda Medley knows that life isn’t one straight line. It’s a series of adjustments. After sixty years, she has seen it all: love and heartbreak, success and setback, reinvention and resilience. She has worn many hats as a businesswoman, mother, wife, widow, television personality, author, radio host, DJ, and advice giver. But of all the things she’s accomplished, her greatest feat is becoming confident in learning how to do things completely on her own.

These days, fear is practically baked into our culture—especially for women. We’re told to be small and palatable, to stay in our place, to smile through disappointment, to accept a seat at the table but to not expect the whole menu, and this messaging keeps us in survival mode all while trying to look presentable. But we can choose another way to live, using confidence to move forward and fear as a tool of encouragement to pivot when life’s challenges knock us down.

In I Know a Thing or Two About a Thing or Two, Dorinda rolls up her sleeves and gets to work, giving you advice on everything from how to entertain without stress (even if your life is turned upside down) to the basics of managing money, sharing her favorite rituals for feeling grounded, and tricks to get it done no matter the budget and time. It’s real talk, real tools, and a whole lot of heart. It’s time to get confident and take care of yourself. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to get started.]]> 13 02 The Real Housewives of New York City, but she is best known for Making It Nice! She has always taken great pleasure in entertaining and decorating for the holidays and other special occasions at her home in the Berkshires, Bluestone Manor. She enjoys theater, art, travel, fashion, cooking, decorating, and the company of her friends and family—especially her daughter, Hannah Lynch.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7eb51bba-18af-4cde-ad35-b40600356037 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.745 in 03 18.923 mm 08 1.06 lb 08 16.96 oz 08 480.81 gr 27 15 9781668222539 06 15 9781668222522 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20261230 20 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261230 9781668224861 03 02 1668224860 03 9781668224861 14 19781668224868 15 9781668224861 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Three Graces of Pearl Street</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Three Graces of Pearl Street</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 244851855 1 A01 Elizabeth Wellington Rollins Wellington Rollins, Elizabeth Elizabeth Wellington Rollins Condé Nast Traveler, The Week, Travel + Leisure, and Vogue. She lives in Vermont with her family.]]> Elizabeth Wellington Rollins 01 eng 416 00 416 03 FIC045030 10 FIC044000 10 FIC019000 20 Italian americans; multigeneration; mothers and daughters; roman mythology; the three graces; family saga; family secrets; women’s fiction; Literary fiction; emma knight; talian American; Italian women; Italy novel; Italian American novel; New York novel; multigenerational novel; books about community; former nun; parish; food kitchen; tradition vs modernity; cultural heritage; suburban New York; old family home; sisters and sisters-in-spirit; church community; community service; feminism; womanhood; resilience; second chances; homecoming; emotional and lyrical; character-driven; family saga; pineapple street; same as it ever was; long island compromise; blue sisters; tom lake; hello beautiful; literary women’s novel; family novel; motherhood; one italian summer; rebecca serle; long island compromise; taffy brodesser-akner; pineapple street; jenny jackson; claire lombardo; same as it ever was; hello beautiful; ann napolitano; tom lake; ann patchett; blue sisters; coco mellors 93 FS 01 01 01 02 Instant USA TODAY Bestseller

“A stunning debut. An intergenerational story full of the complexities of family life that will surprise and inspire you at every turn.” —Adriana Trigiani, New York Times bestselling author

In this wise and warm debut novel, an Italian American grandmother, daughter, and granddaughter all named after the Roman myth of the Three Graces find their lives—and their secrets—colliding when, after years apart, they come to live under the same roof.

Graziella, a ninety-six-year-old former nun, spends her days running the parish’s food kitchen, convinced it is her responsibility to keep everyone fed in their working-class New York neighborhood. Her daughter, Grace, a respected psychology professor, appears accomplished and composed, yet finds herself unmoored as her personal life falters. Ella—Graziella’s granddaughter and Grace’s daughter—is weary of defending her vegan diet and anti-capitalistic lifestyle; blind to her own brilliance, she longs, above all, for a place to belong. Living together again, the three Graces reckon with the distances that have shaped them, and with what it means, at last, to be fully known.

“Truly captivating” (Annabel Monaghan, New York Times bestselling author) and populated by unforgettable characters, The Three Graces of Pearl Street explores the delicate balance between tradition and modernity, and the quiet courage it takes to move through the world with true grace.]]> 13 02 Condé Nast Traveler, The Week, Travel + Leisure, and Vogue. She lives in Vermont with her family.]]> 23 02 Arriving at 125 Pearl Street, Ella paused and then knocked on the door, which felt odd, given that she had spent every day of her childhood here. Her ninety-six-year-old nonna, who stood at four feet two inches tall, took one look at Ella and slammed the door shut.

Graziella Valentini had never been more disappointed in a person, a feeling she almost always reserved for men. Not when she found out Pope Pius XI had cooperated with Mussolini; not when her neighbor across the street installed sixty-seven garden gnomes in his front yard; not when her late husband dropped dead of a heart attack while making wine in the basement. The heart attack was not his fault, after all, but their granddaughter was. She had to be, because Grace was his fault too.

The connection between the three Graziellas, once as vital as an umbilical cord, had lost its pulse. For the past five years, Ella had only acquiesced to seeing them on Easter and Christmas Eve, which for an Italian-American family was equivalent to a declaration of war. Ella had first grown distant during her last year of college. She knew that visiting her grandmother’s home today was likely to turn into a diplomatic incident.

“Nonna. Are you going to let me in?” Ella yelled, banging on the door.

“No,” Graziella yelled back.

“No wonder she doesn’t invite us to Brooklyn,” Grace whispered to Graziella before opening the back door with a glass of red wine in one hand. Ella walked into the kitchen, and Grace hugged her. “How was the train, honey?”

Ignoring them both now, Graziella picked up two hot platters from the stove with hand towels.

“Fine,” Ella said, her body rigid in Grace’s grip. Grace let go, as though letting her daughter go was the most natural thing in the world.

“I’m sorry your dad couldn’t be here,” she added reflexively. Ella’s father lived in Bermuda and commuted “home” once a month. Ella never saw him, and he didn’t seem to mind, which racked Grace with a double dose of guilt despite her having no responsibility for either of them.

“I’m not sorry,” Ella replied, taking off her puffer coat.

Grace’s eyes took in her daughter’s brittle frame—as delicate as the bony fish on the stovetop—and despair washed over her. Ella’s loose, cropped shirt hung off the sharp edges of her collarbones and revealed the top of her insulin pump above her right hip. Grace softened her face, focusing on the light in Ella’s chestnut eyes, knowing that her gaze would be felt by her daughter.

Graziella had no such sensitivities for her granddaughter’s feelings. Unable to contain herself at the sight of such dire neglect, she put down the platters with a clang and grabbed Ella’s hands, not out of warmth but to monitor their chill.

“Mostriciattola!” Graziella yelled in frustration. Ella’s childhood nickname meant “little monster.” It was supposed to be endearing, although it rarely felt that way.

Graziella ran so hot, she burned Ella to touch. She shook herself free. It was as if they thought her body was theirs rather than hers. It wasn’t a new phenomenon. When Ella was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age five, the endocrinologist taught Grace and Graziella to recognize the clinical signs of dangerously high and low blood sugar.

In practice, avoiding both was a near to impossible challenge for Grace and Graziella, who were charged with balancing Ella’s volatile blood sugar. Early mistakes in either direction meant an ambulance was called at home or at school. Much to Ella’s benefit and regret, their knowledge of her condition soon surpassed the limitations of science and the boundaries she now wanted to have as an adult. The two older women developed a sensitivity to Ella’s blood sugar the way a cat feels the weather change in its inner ear. Before Ella exhibited any symptoms of a blood sugar rise, Grace and Graziella were chasing her with a finger prick and an insulin pen—backstage before a choir performance, through a haunted house on Halloween, at a middle school dance.

Grace had tried to turn off this extra sense once Ella turned eighteen. It hadn’t worked. Sometimes, she woke up in the middle of the night certain Ella’s blood sugar was too low, despite her firm belief against superstition. Her profession as a psychologist forbade such magical thinking. Still, how else to explain the time she had tripped on the Upper West Side, sensing a blood sugar drop, and later discovered that Ella had fainted in a library nearby when her levels had bottomed out?

Graziella muttered something unintelligible and turned back to preparing the seven dishes she summoned from memory every year for the Feast of the Seven Fishes, an act of commemoration for her mother who had passed them on. Regardless of what anyone said about Christmas, Graziella believed it was a holiday for women—particularly women giving birth in dire circumstances, of which there were infinite variations. Ella did not understand, or she would take better care of herself. It had not been easy for the Valentini women to bring children into the world, let alone keep them alive. The problem was that Graziella’s daughter, a renowned psychologist and Columbia professor, had overlooked the innate in favor of the intellectual. Grace spoke of parenting as if it were a philosophy. Parenting had failed Ella, and the girl had folded in on herself like thin paper bending into origami. This was how she’d become the empty shape that had arrived at Graziella’s back door.

She spotted a large hole the size of a baseball in the back of Ella’s trousers, right under her tush. She wanted to pinch the skin there as a reminder that any old pervert on the subway could do just that.

“You need new pants,” Graziella said, heading into the dining room.

“I can get some at work,” Ella replied.

“You mean you’ll pull them out of the trash,” Graziella shouted back. Ella worked at Big Apple Bargains, the tristate area’s largest charity thrift shop, sorting through donations at their flagship location near Times Square.

“Let’s not talk about appearances,” Grace said diplomatically. She followed Graziella into the dining room with more platters.

“Did the priest say the Latin wrong or something?” Ella muttered, following her.

“I’ll never understand why you pretend to be stupid. You know St. Joseph’s hasn’t had a Latin Mass since the Second Vatican Council,” Graziella shot back while shoving a serving spoon under the calamari.

“Let’s stay away from religious stuff tonight too,” Grace said.

“It’s Christmas Eve, Grace. Do you think it’s about shoring up the economy like the rest of your generation?” Graziella asked.

“She has a point about capitalism,” Ella replied.

“I wasn’t talking to you!” Graziella said, pointing a finger at Ella.

“At least she hasn’t called you trash.” Ella looked at Grace, who pulled out a chair and sat down. A strange, life-size china baby Jesus with a crown of thorns stared her down from the mahogany sideboard. She had always hated that doll. There was no music playing. Despite Graziella’s religiosity, or maybe because of it, she did not indulge in Christmas cheer.

“I’ve never called you trash. You work in trash. You are surrounded by trash. You wear trash. The hole in your pants is so big someone could put a fist up there,” Graziella clarified.

“Now go fetch the baccalà.”

Ella shook her head as she walked back into the kitchen. The smell of baccalà alla romana, salt cod and potatoes stewed in San Marzano tomatoes, made her ravenous. She had always craved fish, so much so that in school she had brought sardine salad—a Graziella-made alternative to tuna salad—for lunch every day for six years until she realized that “fish fingers” wasn’t a compliment.

She placed the platter on the table. Even one of these dishes would be too much for three people. Six more oversize platters adorned the table, yet there was nothing that Ella could eat.

“Nonna, is there anything else I can grab?” she asked, trying for casual.

“No. It’s the Feast of the Seven Fishes,” Graziella said. She rushed through grace, speeding up her voice as if she were a pharmaceutical advertiser rattling off side effects. Her hands flew toward the serving-ware, diving into this most sacred Italian-American tradition. She heaped portions of each platter onto the old china plate in front of Ella: fried smelts, marinated eel, anchovies with endive, calamari salad, seared scallops, spaghetti with clams, and her beloved baccalà. Ella’s mouth watered, rebelling against her.

“Is something wrong with the fish, Ella?” Grace said, sensing some silent conversation occurring.

“I’m vegan now, actually,” Ella said, looking at her grandmother, who already knew. Graziella only sped up the movement of her hands.

“Oh.” Grace shut down the instinct to grip her daughter’s wrist to check her pulse.

“Do you have anything I can eat? Canned chickpeas?” Ella asked.

“Only dried beans. Canned are too expensive,” Graziella said.

“They’re cheaper than seafood.”

“Chickpeas are peasant food,” Graziella spat.

“Your dad was a peasant,” Ella replied.

“Exactly,” Graziella said.

“If we had known, Ella, I’m sure Nonna would have…” Grace began to say.

“I called Nonna about it months ago. She told me not to bring anything,” Ella snapped, balling her hands into fists.

“The only reason you’re starving yourself is because you were so well-fed as a child,” Graziella said, eating a bite of calamari.

“There’s a serious body of research about the seafood industry harming ocean ecosystems. There’s one study of shrimp in Thailand alone that’s very compelling—”

“Are you insulting my fish?” Graziella interrupted Ella, her hands whirling through the air like helicopters. Insulting Graziella’s fish meant insulting the third-generation fishmonger down the road, which was tantamount to treason.

“Studies say veganism is good for diabetics,” Ella replied.

“Then why do you look like you’re dying?” Graziella shot back. “If I showed up to your house looking like Dracula’s last victim, would you feed me peanuts and potato peels?”

“I’d be relieved,” Ella said. Graziella bit back the impulse to tell her granddaughter that she was dying. Though it was subtle, it was no less true. She could feel her own body slowing down like a train pulling into the station. Everybody died. It was not something to make a fuss about unless she needed it for leverage, and that moment was not now.

“If your doctors think it’s okay—” Grace began to say.

“It doesn’t matter what her doctors think. It’s common sense. Protein stabilizes her numbers. Her numbers are all outta whack.” Graziella waved her fork around in the air like a battle flag.

“Nonna, our global food system is killing people,” Ella replied.

“You always miss your own point in the service of making it,” Graziella said before taking a bite of the baccalà. No one responded, and Graziella thought her namesakes must be too slow in the head. “Hurting no one? Do you need to go back and read the Greeks? There is a self and you are that self. Or would basic biology be more suitable for a college dropout? You are hurting a mammal named Ella Myers: a trash collector who squats in a warehouse and worries her mother sick.”

“Are you insulting trash collectors now?”

“I’m insulting you.” Graziella pointed her fork at her granddaughter. “No trash collector would have such poor judgment at twenty-two, let alone twenty-seven. Cristoforo Colombo, your grandfather, was storming Omaha Beach when he was twenty-two.” Always it came back to this, back to the moment five years ago when Ella had most disappointed her family.

“Ella’s doing important work for Big Apple Bargains, Ma,” Grace said.

“You should be giving the stuff away to the people who need it, for goodness’s sake. Not selling it for profit,” Graziella said back.

“Ma, it’s an established nonprofit,” Grace replied.

“It’s putting her in an early grave,” Graziella added.

“Can you stop insulting me?” Ella said. Grace, unable to override her instincts, stood up to find something for Ella to eat.

“No, Grace. I’ll find something,” Graziella said. She had spent her life feeding an entire neighborhood of people, stray cats, and even the occasional dog. Ella was the only one who wouldn’t eat her food. There would be no more parenting.

Graziella returned with a can of ocean fish cat food. She pulled back the top of the aluminum container with the bravado of a maestro. Ella felt her stomach curl, deeper than the hunger and the nausea that accompanied plummeting blood sugar.

“Ma,” Grace yelled, standing up.

“The old cat is having your baccalà tonight. You won’t eat your fish, you eat her fish.”

Ella snatched the can of cat food from her grandmother’s hands and threw it at the figurine of baby Jesus like a Yankees pitcher gunning for the playoffs. It hit the doll and splattered all over the stark white wall behind it. Baby Jesus tottered and then fell onto the floor.

Grace gasped. Ella ran out of the house, passing her grandmother’s old cat with no name. Ella refused to be disrespected like this. She vowed she wouldn’t come back to Pearl Street until there was a funeral.]]> 08 02 —Booklist, starred review]]> 08 02 —Publishers Weekly]]> 08 02 "This auspicious debut by Rollins introduces the three memorable Valentini women. Rollins seasons the narrative with celebrations, conflicts, and the confidence gained as each character finds her authentic self. With as many layers as Graziella’s lasagna, this is a story that will satisfy readers for a long time." —Library Journal, starred review]]> 08 02 The Three Graces of Pearl Street is a story of an Italian American triumvirate of women bound together by history but not necessarily truth. Graziella is the 96-year-old matriarch who has bargained with God for more time to do her good works. Her daughter Grace is a professor whose personal life is falling apart which unmoors her while her daughter Ella struggles to find her place in the world. This is an intergenerational story full of the complexities of family life that will surprise and inspire you at every turn.” —Adriana Trigiani, New York Times bestselling author of The View from Lake Como]]> 08 02 —Annabel Monaghan, New York Times bestselling author of Dolly All The Time

]]> 08 02 "The Three Graces of Pearl Street is life-affirming, brimming with wisdom, grace, and humour, and utterly delightful. While exploring the cultural and generational divides within a fractious but tight-knit family, Elizabeth Wellington Rollins gives us a character for the ages in Graziella Valentini. This big-hearted, sharp-tongued, lion-cane-wielding nonna will remain a voice in my head for a long time to come. I didn’t want it to end." —Emma Knight, New York Times bestselling author of The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus]]> 08 02 Heather Aimee O’Neill, national bestselling author of The Irish Goodbye
]]> 08 02 Jo Piazza, National Bestselling author of The Sicilian Inheritance]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/efdef7d9-8450-4773-98e8-b3ea00349b74 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 01 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1.265 lb 08 20.24 oz 08 573.79 gr 27 15 9781668224885 06 15 9781668224878 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 20 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 Atria Books AU 01 20261110 9781668229118 02 02 1668229110 03 9781668229118 14 19781668229115 15 9781668229118 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>You, Me, & the Conspiracy</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 249622615 1 A01 Emma Barry Barry, Emma Emma Barry Emma Barry 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC027260 10 FIC027250 10 FIC027020 20 Academic romance; Adventure romance; history professors; secret society; Romantic suspense; Conspiracy thriller; Academia; Tenure track; Adjunct professor; Harvard PhD; book publishing; historical archives; Archival research; Coded message; Founding Fathers; American history; Revolutionary era; Historical mystery; Shadow organization; conspiracy; national treasure; the mummy; national treasure; indiana jones; Enemies to allies; Forced proximity; Slow-burn romance; Intellectual chemistry; Campus setting; Scholarly rivalry; High-stakes discovery; Hidden truths; Dangerous secrets; Murderous cult; Research partners; Women in academia; Book rejection; Career ambition; jo Segura; jodi mcalister; Rachel grant; 93 FJ 93 FQ 93 FR 93 FRD 01 01 01 02 “Thrilling and romantic in equal measure—these hot nerds solving history crimes are an absolute delight.” —Jodi McAlister, author of An Academic Affair

Perfect for fans of Jo Segura and Rachel Grant, You, Me, & the Conspiracy is an academic adventure romance that finds two history professors trying to unmask a deadly secret society.

After a bruising book rejection, tenure-track history professor Jessica Wilson is scrambling for something new to publish to secure her spot at the top of the academic food chain. While researching in the archives, she discovers a coded message written by one of the founding fathers with the power to change her—and the world’s—understanding of American history forever. But first, she’s got to prove it’s real.

Desperate for answers, Jess searches out Calloway Morgan, a Harvard PhD student turned adjunct professor. Cal was forced to leave graduate school after presenting theories about a shadowy revolutionary organization. Jess heard his conference presentation and thought his findings were absurd, but now, she believes he was onto something.

With their fates intertwined by their discoveries, the two begin to work together, but danger lurks around every corner. The clandestine fraternity that they’ve uncovered still exists and is ready to kill. With it hot on their heels, the embers of Jess and Cal’s attraction grow. But unless they can make their findings public in this “perfect blend of chemistry, spice, and a historical mystery” (Adriana Anders, author of Whiteout), they’ll soon become the conspiracy’s latest victims...]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1bee67ed-b1ca-42c4-bafc-b3f50034abe9 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 01 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 0.88 in 03 22.352 mm 08 0.488 lb 08 7.808 oz 08 221.35 gr 27 15 9781668229125 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 40 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Atria Books AU 01 20270112 9781668230022 02 02 166823002X 03 9781668230022 14 19781668230029 15 9781668230022 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Bound Duet, The 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Haunted Hearts</TitleText> 01 244750504 1 A01 Hanna Harp Harp, Hanna Hanna Harp Haunting the Hunter, while navigating the lifelong realities of dissociation, using storytelling as a way to stay connected when the world feels unreal. Hanna lives in the Midwest with her partner and two daughters, learning to accept her mind as it is and still reach for her own version of happily ever after.]]> Hanna Harp 01 eng 304 00 304 03 FIC027120 10 FIC027560 10 FIC009050 10 FIC012000 20 haunting; hunter; romance; paranormal romance; dark romance; ghost; demon; summoning; tarot; pendulum; rune; sigil; brother; sister; fourth wall; dual pov; obsession; trauma; witchcraft; witch; spell; morally gray; gray; power; presence; paranormal; haunted; sadie kincaid; forged in blood; anathema; keri lake; h.d. carlton; haunting adeline; lj andrews; brynne weaver; butcher & blackbird; navessa allen; lights out; liv zander; briar boleyn; carissa broadbent; rachel gillig; amber v. nicole; gods & monsters; the book of azrael; kaylie smith; phantasma; cade; alabaster; callie; asher 93 FRV 93 FRT 93 FMT 01 01 01 02 The eagerly awaited follow-up to Hanna Harp’s incendiary paranormal dark romance debut and viral sensation Haunting the Hunter, perfect for fans of Sadie Kincaid’s Forged in Blood and Keri Lake’s Anathema, Haunted Hearts returns to the tale of Callie and Cade, and the mysterious spirit who breaks down his defenses in a scorching, fourth-wall breaking read that places you, the reader, at the heart of the story.

The haunting has only just begun.

Cade Halloway is done running. The Covenant still stands—fractured, desperate, and willing to burn the world to reclaim their power. They still want his sister, Callisto, but Callisto is no longer the girl they marked for death. She trains in secret, learning to wield the power she was born with. And the rules begin to change. With the help of an old friend, a monster forced into human skin, and you—the unseen presence bound to Cade—they prepare for the war coming to their door.

As Cade moves to finally dismantle the Covenant, his connection to you deepens into something he no longer questions. You are no longer a ghost, you are a part of him now. And he intends to find you. But while alliances take shape, something else watches from the shadows. Waiting for every piece to fall into place.

This time, survival won’t be enough.]]> 13 02 Haunting the Hunter, while navigating the lifelong realities of dissociation, using storytelling as a way to stay connected when the world feels unreal. Hanna lives in the Midwest with her partner and two daughters, learning to accept her mind as it is and still reach for her own version of happily ever after.]]> 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a1e90469-f73e-469b-b2f3-b3d30034bc0f 01 Simon Maverick SIMN207 Simon Maverick 01 01 Simon Maverick SIMN207 Simon Maverick 02 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 1.2 in 03 30.48 mm 08 0.47 lb 08 7.52 oz 08 213.19 gr 27 15 9781668230220 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261215 40 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Simon Maverick AU 01 20261215 9781668230497 02 02 1668230496 03 9781668230497 14 19781668230494 15 9781668230497 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Overcoming Infidelity</TitleText> <Subtitle>10 Conversations to Help You Heal the Hurt</Subtitle> 01 250660126 1 A01 Carl Lentz Lentz, Carl Carl Lentz Lights On podcast, and sought-after speaker at churches and conferences. For years, he and his wife Laura led Hillsong NYC, one of the most influential churches in the world. Today, he works as a church consultant and coach focused on helping others recover and reclaim their identity after marital failures, addictions, and other personal crises. He is author of Own the Moment: How to Live a Spiritual Life in a Secular World and resides with Laura and their three children in Tulsa, Oklahoma.]]> 2 A01 Laura Lentz Lentz, Laura Laura Lentz Lights On podcast, and former ministry leader with more than twenty years of experience walking alongside women and families through seasons of deep personal change. For years, she and her husband Carl led Hillsong NYC, one of the most influential churches in the world. Today, she works as a coach focused on helping women heal from betrayal, rebuild trust, find their voice, and grow into the fullness of who they were created to be. Overcoming Infidelity is Laura’s first book. She resides with Carl and their three children in Tulsa, Oklahoma.]]> Carl and Laura Lentz 01 eng 208 00 208 03 FAM030000 10 REL012050 10 SEL016000 20 Infidelity;marriage;marriage restoration;overcoming infidelity;Carl Lentz;Laura Lentz;Hillsong;Hillsong NYC;Justin Bieber;celebrity pastor;marriage crisis;intimacy;intimacy issues;redemption;relational challenges;boundaries;Christian marriage;marital sex;sex addition;self-help;relationship challenges;marital crisis;rebuilding trust;broken trust;personal growth;vulnerability;forgiveness;resilience;marital bond;spousal betrayal;betrayal;faith;couples therapy;couples counseling;public scandal;divorce;family dynamics;stronger marriage;practical tools;inspirational story;hope;emotional resilience;relational commitment;Christianity;unmet needs;addictions;parenting;courage;empathy;marriages;inspirational book;inspirational memoir;prayer;God;grace;remarriage;personal transformation;accountability;Christian ministry;pastoral ministry;secrecy;shame;lying;trauma 93 VFVG 93 QRMB8 93 VSPM 01 01 01 02 From the cohosts of the popular Lights On podcast comes a raw and unflinching road map to relational restoration for couples struggling to survive the tumultuous journey of infidelity and betrayal.

At the height of his career, celebrity pastor Carl Lentz’s extramarital affair was splashed across the nation’s headlines, leaving his seemingly perfect marriage and career in ruins. In Overcoming Infidelity, the Lentzes share their unfiltered journey to rekindle their love and the wisdom they learned along the way.

While deeply vulnerable and filled with gripping narrative, this book is no mere memoir. It’s a practical road map for how to restore trust and truly heal. Guiding readers through ten critical conversations that arise in the aftermath of infidelity, the Lentzes give readers a highly practical framework for navigating the biggest questions every hurting couple must wrestle with, including: Can we ever trust again? How do we tell our kids? Will the pain ever go away?

Overcoming Infidelity offers readers hope through a bold promise—it’s possible to build a marriage that’s even better than before—paired with the practical tools and spiritual wisdom to realize it. It’s an urgently needed roadmap for anyone whose marriage has fractured under pressure and suspect leaving might not be God’s best ending to their love story.]]> 13 02 Lights On podcast, and sought-after speaker at churches and conferences. For years, he and his wife Laura led Hillsong NYC, one of the most influential churches in the world. Today, he works as a church consultant and coach focused on helping others recover and reclaim their identity after marital failures, addictions, and other personal crises. He is author of Own the Moment: How to Live a Spiritual Life in a Secular World and resides with Laura and their three children in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Laura Lentz is a writer, cohost of the popular Lights On podcast, and former ministry leader with more than twenty years of experience walking alongside women and families through seasons of deep personal change. For years, she and her husband Carl led Hillsong NYC, one of the most influential churches in the world. Today, she works as a coach focused on helping women heal from betrayal, rebuild trust, find their voice, and grow into the fullness of who they were created to be. Overcoming Infidelity is Laura’s first book. She resides with Carl and their three children in Tulsa, Oklahoma.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6a073866-03c1-4449-94bd-b3e90038ef31 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 02 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.545 in 03 13.843 mm 08 0.773 lb 08 12.368 oz 08 350.63 gr 06 15 9781668230503 27 15 9781668230510 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261215 40 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261215 9781668246412 02 02 1668246414 03 9781668246412 14 19781668246419 15 9781668246412 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vagablonde</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 261689053 1 A01 Anna Dorn Dorn, Anna Anna Dorn Perfume and Pain, Exalted, Vagablonde, and American Spirits. She was a Lambda Literary Fellow and Exalted was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. She lives in Los Angeles.]]> Anna Dorn 01 eng 336 00 336 03 FIC018000 10 FIC076000 10 FIC019000 20 lesbians; sapphic fiction; comedy; american spirits; LGBTQ; queer characters; gay characters; lesbian characters; lesbian relationships; queerness; fame; show business; show biz; music; rap; famous; escapism; ambition; rap artist; viral; virality; artists; meds; law; attorney; lawyer; celebrity; stardom; exalted; los angeles; california; law school; american spirits; perfume and pain; fandom; melissa broder; sally rooney; mona awad 93 FB 93 JBSF11 98 5PSL 01 01 01 02 From the bestselling author of Perfume and Pain comes a razor-sharp portrait of ambition and the dark allure of fame as a young lawyer pursues her dreams of viral rap stardom, at any cost.

Prue is a thirty-year-old attorney who wants two things—the first is to live without psychotropic medication, and the second is to experience success as a rap artist. Her life is good on paper: she has an easy government job and a nice girlfriend who gets her in to all the right shows, but she wants to truly thrive.

When Prue is introduced to music producer Jax Jameson, a human disco ball as manic and unpredictable as he is talented, they instantly vibe. Prue joins Jax’s “Kingdom,” a collective of musicians and artists who share Prue’s aesthetic sensibilities and lust for escapism.

Soon, she’s off her meds, closing her law practice, and becoming entangled with a suspect crew of heavy drug users. The group they form, Shiny AF, quickly reaches cult status and using the stage name Vagablonde, Prue finds herself in a new reality dependent on self-commodification and her growing fandom’s approval.

An existential exploration of the toxicity of viral fame, Vagablonde is an “intoxicating” (Kirkus Reviews) and tumultuous portrait of life in Los Angeles and announces Anna Dorn as a fierce new voice in contemporary fiction.]]> 13 02 Perfume and Pain, Exalted, Vagablonde, and American Spirits. She was a Lambda Literary Fellow and Exalted was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. She lives in Los Angeles.]]> 08 02 —Dana Spiotta

A fantastic novel that feels contemporary in all the right ways. In the world of Vagablonde, fame is more important than mental health, good lighting is more important than food, and ‘thriving’ is more important than any mundane obligation. Anna Dorn’s sentences are sharp and addictive, absorbing me completely into this world of music, friendship, and self-interrogation."
—Chelsea Hodson

"As a Virgo with control issues, I devoured this tale of a Virgo out of control. A provocative exploration of the tenacious narcissism that it takes to #thrive, Vagablonde is also a serious inquiry into the ways our blue check verified culture fractures our public and private selves."
—Courtney Maum

"It’s tempting to compare Vagablonde to Joan Didion’s Play It As It Lays... But Dorn’s firecracker of a novel is all her own."
—Michael Schaub, ALTA

"Dorn’s fresh, startling debut tracks the quick rise to fame of a restless L.A. rap artist. Prue Van Teesen, a 30-year-old lawyer and bedroom lyricist, believes the antidepressants she’s taking are cramping her style... Dorn’s voice slices like a serrated knife through a wacked-out world of contemporary music culture, where glittery dreams go viral and die."
—Publishers Weekly

"Dorn’s narrative is intoxicating, particularly in its depiction of the existential ennui that’s stemmed from our insatiable consumer culture... Dorn may have written the horror novel we deserve."
—Kirkus Reviews

"When readers meet Prue, she’s living a privileged LA life: doing uppers on special occasions, going to shows with her girlfriend at night, and writing freelance legal briefs during the day. Prue is simply biding her time until her rap career, under the pseudonym Vagablonde, can take off... The author is careful to never judge Prue, leaving readers wondering whether the story constitutes satire or is simply a precautionary tale. A memorable meditation on narcissism and fame."
—Booklist

“Dorn adeptly mines the unique cultural territory of being a Hollywood-adjacent young queer woman in the early 21st century.”
—LAMBDA Literary]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e2f7bffb-be5d-492b-b815-b3e0003573c3 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.8 in 03 20.32 mm 08 0.57 lb 08 9.12 oz 08 258.55 gr 27 15 9781668246450 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260907 20270112 40 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20270112 9781668247167 03 02 166824716X 03 9781668247167 14 19781668247164 15 9781668247167 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Library of Hidden Knowledge 6 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The New Game of Life and How to Play It</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>New Game of Life and How to Play It</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 262054177 1 A01 Florence Scovel Shinn Shinn, Florence Scovel Florence Scovel Shinn 2 B01 Ruth L. Miller Miller, Ruth L. Ruth L. Miller
]]> Florence Scovel Shinn; edited by Ruth L. Miller 01 eng 256 00 256 03 OCC000000 VX 2.1 10 OCC014000 10 OCC019000 20 business; affirmations; enlightenment; new thought movement; intuition; law of attraction; prosperity; fulfillment; self help; body mind spirit; prayer; mysticism; wealth; consciousness; satisfaction; physical; philosophy; career; anxiety; mental health; compassion; library how-to; success; beyond words library of hidden knowledge; shinn; the new game of life; the secret; the library of hidden knowledge; the game of life and how to play it,; advice and how-to; motivational advice; new age; religion and spirituality; occult; psychological aspects; conduct of life; mind and spirit; inspiration and personal growth; mind and body therapies 93 VX 01 01 01 02 The fourth book in the Atria Books/Beyond Words Library of Hidden Knowledge, a modernized version of one of the first works to make the Law of Attraction accessible to the general public: timeless guidance on the power of prosperity, intuition, relationships, and other perennial topics.

The game of life is a game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds, and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy.

Florence Scovel Shinn, a prominent and provocative twentieth-century leader of the New Thought movement, was known for her sage guidance on prosperity, intuition, relationships, and fulfillment. Shinn’s distinct philosophy and practical approach included enlightening affirmations, timeless anecdotes, and action-based advice that are still relevant for the fast-paced world of today.

In addition to Shinn’s original writings, The New Game of Life features Dr. Ruth L. Miller’s contemporary translations as well as additional exercises and summaries to fully engage a new generation of thinkers.

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Includes Original Text

Most people consider life a battle, but it is not a battle, it is a game.

Florence Scovel Shinn

New Thought leader Florence Scovel Shinn’s The Game of Life and How to Play It, was originally published in 1925 and still stands today as one of the earliest and most accessible introductions to the Law of Attraction, the backbone of the bestselling book and movie The Secret.

Now, Dr. Ruth L. Miller, New Thought minister and series editor of the Library of Hidden Knowledge, takes you to the very heart of Shinn’s original wisdom through insightful modern interpretations. With incredible vision, moving stories, and accessible “game” plans for success, The New Game of Life and How to Play It deftly guides you toward a life of prosperity and fulfillment.]]> 13 02
]]> 41 02 This reading group guide for The NEW Game of Life and How to Play It includes an introduction, discussion questions and ideas for enhancing your book club. The suggested questions are intended to help your reading group find new and interesting angles and topics for your discussion. We hope that these ideas will enrich your conversation and increase your enjoyment of the book.

Introduction

The Game of Life is the work of Florence Scovel Shinn, an artist who found a way to transform her own life and the lives of the people around her. Dr. Ruth Miller has brought this 1925 transformational classic into the modern world by providing modern examples and language, and showing how the world’s spiritual traditions and 21st century science support Shinn’s ideas.

Topics & Questions for Discussion

1. The opening lines of this book say that life is not a battle but a game. How do you see life? Do your ideas about life include winners and losers? Do they include fighting for survival? Do you think about life as a classroom? If so, are the lessons challenging and difficult, or fun and enjoyable? What do you think of when you think of a game? Football? Chess? How is your life like the games you think about?

2. “Speak the word” is the fundamental method in this book. What does it mean to you? This is in the Bible; who said it and why? What were the results? Why would it work for us?

3. Several of the stories in this book are about people who needed a certain amount of money at a certain time and, by practicing the principles and methods, had it arrive just in time. Has anything like that ever happened to you? Is there something in your life you’d like to have work that way now? If so, how would you apply Shinn’s method to your situation?

4. A couple of the stories are about women who were unhappy in their relationship. But Shinn doesn’t tell them how to change their partner—she says they must change themselves, and shows them how. Do you have a relationship that isn’t as wonderful as you’d like it to be? How could you apply Shinn’s method to make that work better for you?

5. Two of the stories in the book talk about what happens when we forget to focus on the best good for everyone involved. In one of them, a child who pretends to be a widow is widowed very early in her marriage. In another, a woman who insists on a particular house gets it at a very high cost to all involved. How can we be sure to claim and “speak the word” in a way that works for everyone?

6. Both the Buddha and Christ tell us that our life is shaped by our thoughts, words, and beliefs. What are some examples that you’ve seen in scripture and in your life?

7. Much of the first chapter deals with how we have many old ideas and subconscious “programs” that no longer serve us and need to be deleted. What might some of those “programs” and beliefs be? If it’s hard to think of any, think of the things in your life that aren’t working well. What beliefs, ideas, assumptions, or internal “programs” might be contributing to those experiences?

8. Fear is the theme of a couple of the stories. In one, the woman who went back and faced her fear found that it had disappeared. Have you ever had that experience? How did it feel? Therapists say that if we’re being chased in a dream and turn around to face it, the thing or person chasing us will disappear or be transformed. Has that happened to you or someone you know? What was it like? What fear could you face and dissolve now?

9. If you play videogames, you know about levels and clues and persistence. How is Shinn’s model of life like a videogame? How does thinking about life that way make it easier to go ahead and try things?

10. In the last part of the “interpretations” section, Dr. Miller explains some of the scientific theories and experiments that support Shinn’s ideas. Take a look at each one. Do they make sense to you? If not, where could you go to find out more about them? If so, do you have a story or image that you can use to help someone else understand them?

Enhance Your Book Club

1. Watch the DVD What The Bleep Do We Know? and see how Amanda’s thoughts and words have contributed to her experience. Then, see how her life changes when her thoughts and words change. Talk about the segment on “addictions”, when Amanda is at the wedding reception, as an example of how the “programming” and “reprogramming” that Shinn is describing works.

2. Danny DeVito’s character in the film Renaissance Man also changes his thinking and focus, and transforms not only his life but the lives of many others. See if you can track the point at which his selfish thoughts and words are turned around. What makes the difference? How could we have a similar shift?

3. Set up a 28-day challenge for the group. Have each member report each time you meet on their progress in changing their “programming” by repeating the words in the exercise at the end of Chapter 1 or 3.

4. Have someone who knows how to play Kingdom Hearts (a Disney product in which the player moves through different Disney “kingdoms”) demonstrate it to the group. Imagine the dark force is our own shadow self and the little black things that have to be eliminated are our own dark thoughts. How does that affect how you play the game?

5. While the group is gathering and during breaks, play CDs with some of the songs and chants by various Positive Music Award winners, like Karen Drucker’s “I Am So Blessed,” Daniel Nahmod’s “More Than Enough,” Devotion’s “Intention,” or Karen Taylor-Good’s “I Always Know What I Need to Know When I Need to Know It.” You can find them on the artists’ websites or at www.empowerma.com.
]]> 08 02 The New Game of Life and How to Play It was an insightful way to measure my journey as growth."
—Kat Cunningham, designer & intuitive; author of Kat’s 9 Lives of Self-Discovery]]> 08 02 "The New Game of Life and How To Play It is the quintessential text explaining in contemporary language the spiritual laws of abundance, attraction, and manifestation. For me, this book personifies the Living Word, a wonderful melding of teachings from the Bible, the Koran, the Gita and current day New Thought spirituality, all addressing the same subject: abundance and how it is available to all for the asking."
—J C Pedigo, author of Views From the Pew]]> 08 02 The Game Of Life and How to Play It for over twenty years, but I appreciate this expanded, updated version by Dr. Ruth L. Miller. Her insightful touches add brilliance to this powerful, classic gem.”
—Sharron Cannon, proprietor of Lucky Cats Antiques]]> 01 Atria Books/Beyond Words SIMO143 Atria Books/Beyond Words 01 01 Atria Books/Beyond Words SIMO143 Atria Books/Beyond Words 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.64 in 03 16.256 mm 06 15 9781582703749 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20270112 10 02 45.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 02 55.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 Atria Books/Beyond Words AU 01 20270112 9781668259405 02 02 1668259400 03 9781668259405 14 19781668259402 15 9781668259405 11 BB B402 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Trout Bum</TitleText> <Subtitle>Foreword by Liam Neeson</Subtitle> 01 139 1 A01 John Gierach Gierach, John John Gierach The Wall Street Journal) and inducted into the Fly-Fishing Hall of Fame in 2015. He lived in Lyons, Colorado, with his wife Susan de Castro McCann until his passing in 2024.]]> 2 A23 Liam Neeson Neeson, Liam Liam Neeson John Gierach; foreword by Liam Neeson 01 eng 256 00 256 03 SPO014000 10 NAT000000 10 HUM003000 20 fly fishing essays; trout bum; angling subculture; Colorado fishing; Rocky Mountains; minimalist fishing; Zen fishing; bass fishing; belly boat fishing; camping coffee; Arctic grayling; cane fly rods; fly tying; high-altitude fishing; professional fly tier; vintage fly rod; Adams dry fly; small stream fishing; fishing memoir; outdoor adventure; nature writing; fishing philosophy; fly fishing gear; fishing rituals; fishing community; fishing nostalgia; fishing humor; fishing wisdom; fishing anecdotes; fishing lifestyle; fishing culture; fishing traditions; subculture of fly fishing; outdoor adventure; nature writing; philosophy of angling; Liam Neeson; 93 SVFF 93 WHX 93 WN 01 01 01 02 The 40th anniversary edition of the enduring outdoors classic from the acknowledged master of fishing writers, John Gierach, including new, previously unpublished material and a foreword from Liam Neeson.

John Gierach didn’t just write about fly-fishing—he helped transform the sport from a niche pursuit to a way of life. As he once said: “Fly-fishing for trout is a sport that depends not so much on catching the fish as on their mere presence and the fact that you do, now and again, catch some.” This is exactly the kind of simultaneously wise and deadpan observation that has earned him a devoted following for over four decades.

With his inimitable blend of wit and insight, Gierach brings the rivers and landscapes of the Rocky Mountains to life, and takes us on fly-fishing adventures that turn out to be by turns challenging, exhilarating, philosophical, comical, and unexpectedly revelatory, proving that Trout Bum is about more than fishing—it’s about life.]]> 13 02 The Wall Street Journal) and inducted into the Fly-Fishing Hall of Fame in 2015. He lived in Lyons, Colorado, with his wife Susan de Castro McCann until his passing in 2024.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/fa6e04da-0283-4bef-88e2-b41f00248a69 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261215 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.665 in 03 16.891 mm 08 0.838 lb 08 13.408 oz 08 380.11 gr 06 15 9781668259412 27 15 9781668259429 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261215 40 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261215 9781668264140 02 02 1668264145 03 9781668264140 14 19781668264147 15 9781668264140 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>China Whisperers</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Voices That Have Shaped America's Views of Its Chief Geopolitical Rival</Subtitle> 01 229286210 1 A01 Robert D. Kaplan Kaplan, Robert D. Robert D. Kaplan China Whisperers, Waste Land, The Loom of Time, The Tragic Mind, The Revenge of Geography, Asia’s Cauldron, The Coming Anarchy, and Balkan Ghosts. For three decades he reported on foreign affairs for The Atlantic. He is a distinguished senior lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin. He was a member of the Pentagon’s Defense Policy Board and the US Navy’s Executive Panel. Foreign Policy magazine twice named him one of the world’s “Top 100 Global Thinkers.”]]> Robert D. Kaplan Export 01 eng 448 00 448 03 POL011010 10 HIS008000 10 POL062000 20 US-China relations; US-China rivalry; China experts; China policy; foreign policy; international relations; diplomacy; geopolitics; superpower rivalry; great power competition; modern China; contemporary China; Chinese politics; Chinese Communist Party; Communist China history; Mao Zedong; China history; diplomatic history; geopolitics; American diplomats in China; foreign service officers; American journalists in China; China scholars; East Asia; Asia foreign policy; political nonfiction; foreign affairs books; international affairs; national security; US national security; global power politics; books about China; books about modern China; books for politics readers; books for history readers; books like Chip War; China history books; political science books; international relations books; gifts for politics readers; gifts for history readers; John K. Fairbank; Owen Lattimore; John Stewart Service; Theodore White; J. Stapleton Roy; Evan Medeiros; Matt Pottinger; Taiwan Strait; US-China trade war 93 JPS 93 JPS 93 NHF 94 1FPC 01 01 01 02 From one of the most prominent post-Cold War geopolitics experts, an “illuminating, insightful, and essential” (Chris Miller, bestselling author of Chip War) look at US-China relations and the China experts who have influenced—and continue to influence—America’s policy toward its greatest rival.

Few countries or civilizations are as big or as old as China. In the minds of Americans whose job it is to contemplate international affairs, the present-day superpower has always been more than just the “ultimate place”: quite simply, it is the essential foreign policy challenge—one frequently thought incapable of being solved.

Enter the China Whisperers—those of the past and the present. A hundred years ago, they were American missionaries, travelers, journalists, linguists, and foreign service officers who were on the ground, fluent in Mandarin, and enamored of the culture. They were the true China experts, and over a period of a few transformative decades they had front-row seats to the formation of both the Nationalist and Communist parties; crossed the Gobi Desert; searched out the young Mao Zedong in the wilds of Yen'an province; provided visionary analysis on the American predicament in Asia; bore witness to China’s World War II; and made invaluable contributions to journalism, diplomacy, and American foreign policy in East Asia.

The China Whisperers’ ranks have been filled more recently not so much by nomadic journalists and explorers as by multi-lingual policy experts who’ve had the ear of the person occupying the Oval Office. Often, their voices have proved critical, counseling engagement over precipitous moves. Across the decades, China Whisperers is the story of how Americans interpreting China have both succeeded and failed—for while some proved prophetic others were shown to be dupes. The book paints a full-bodied portrait of the drama of trying to understand a radically different and age-old culture—and of the US-China rivalry that constitutes the most dangerous element of geopolitics.]]> 13 02 China Whisperers, Waste Land, The Loom of Time, The Tragic Mind, The Revenge of Geography, Asia’s Cauldron, The Coming Anarchy, and Balkan Ghosts. For three decades he reported on foreign affairs for The Atlantic. He is a distinguished senior lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin. He was a member of the Pentagon’s Defense Policy Board and the US Navy’s Executive Panel. Foreign Policy magazine twice named him one of the world’s “Top 100 Global Thinkers.”]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/174aa803-3678-47b7-b76c-b40d00246842 01 Scribner SIMO049 Scribner 01 01 Scribner SIMO049 Scribner 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1.12 in 03 28.448 mm 08 0.936 lb 08 14.976 oz 08 424.56 gr 06 15 9781668087022 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 20 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Scribner AU 01 20270112 9781668265352 02 02 1668265354 03 9781668265352 14 19781668265359 15 9781668265352 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Betrayal of Cora Wexford</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Betrayal of Cora Wexford</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 237955577 1 A01 Bethany Joy Lenz Lenz, Bethany Joy Bethany Joy Lenz Dinner for Vampires, which spent multiple weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, was named one of Time’s Best of the Year, and was featured on Call Her Daddy. Lenz starred in the hit TV series One Tree Hill and other acting credits include Grey’s Anatomy, Dexter, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and Hope Valley: 1874. She is also a recording artist and composer, and fine artist. You can follow her @MsBethanyJoyLenz. ]]> Bethany Joy Lenz Export 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC022060 10 FIC027110 10 FIC031080 20 Jack the Ripper; serial killer; Victorian-era; Victorian thrillers; psychological thriller; novels about painters; murder mystery; novels set in London; London 1880s; 1800s; period novel; female protagonist; romance thriller; creepy; Women's Protective & Provident League; female artist; painting; portraiture; 19th century; Whitechapel murders; violence against women; divorced main character; childless woman; ambition; manipulation; control; abuse; trust; Mary Ann Nichols; Annie Chapman; Elizabeth Stride; Catherine Eddowes; Mary Jane Kelly; canonical five; prostitution; poverty; an unfortunate; celebrity memoir; celebrity authors; famous novelist; The Family; Jennette McCurdy; Anna Marie Tendler; European thriller; spooky season; books about cults; Dinner for Vampires; One Tree Hill; Sophia Bush; Hilarie Burton; Drama Queens podcast; 93 FFD 93 FRH 93 FV 93 FH 01 01 01 02 “Fans of historical fiction will thrill to this dark tale.” —Publishers Weekly

From the New York Times bestselling author of Dinner for Vampires, Bethany Joy Lenz, comes a romantic psychological suspense set in Victorian-era London amidst the Jack the Ripper murders.

1880s London. Cora Wexford is alone at thirty-eight, with secrets that drove her to flee life in America and come to London. Now, she makes a living by painting the dead. On the evening of her birthday, she is introduced through friends to a charming stranger named Miles Vale. As Cora falls deeper into trust and surrender with Miles, she's given an opportunity to catapult her career. A suffragist and esteemed gallery owner commission Cora to create a series of portraits featuring ordinary women whose recent deaths have been caused or enabled by a system that ignores them. Then a killer in Whitechapel begins murdering women in the same gruesome way.

As Cora works tirelessly to honor the victims of this “Jack the Ripper,” she finds herself increasingly disoriented within her own relationship. Her unraveling leads to one question: will anyone notice a woman being dismantled over time by someone sharing her bed?

The Betrayal of Cora Wexford is a haunting novel of psychological suspense that examines themes of desire, manipulation and community complicity, showing how easily someone surrounded by witnesses can disappear—and how truly terrifying love can be.]]> 13 02 Dinner for Vampires, which spent multiple weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, was named one of Time’s Best of the Year, and was featured on Call Her Daddy. Lenz starred in the hit TV series One Tree Hill and other acting credits include Grey’s Anatomy, Dexter, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and Hope Valley: 1874. She is also a recording artist and composer, and fine artist. You can follow her @MsBethanyJoyLenz.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ccc01376-599d-4ef9-a7b0-b41e00246f6b 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 02 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.76 in 03 19.304 mm 08 0.635 lb 08 10.16 oz 08 288.03 gr 06 15 9781668207321 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261110 40 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261110 9781668265796 02 02 1668265796 03 9781668265796 14 19781668265793 15 9781668265796 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Wolf Season</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 240381043 1 A01 Wesley King King, Wesley Wesley King #1 New York Times bestselling author of over a dozen novels for adults and young readers. His work has been translated for release around the world. ]]> CA Wesley King Export 01 eng 320 00 320 03 FIC031010 10 FIC022030 10 FIC015000 20 Missing person; murder mystery; murders; unsolved murders; rural montana; wilderness; supernatural horror; detective fiction;; Montana; mystery; murder; small-town investigation; dark secrets; supernatural elements; love and loss; search for truth; atmospheric tension; isolated landscapes; Armel family; cult-like nature; missing persons; moral dilemmas; troubled past; emotional conflict; gripping tale; suspenseful narrative; complex characters; atmospheric setting; debut novel; captivating story; terrifying mystery; family secrets; William kent Krueger; near the bone; christina henry; the shuddering; ania Ahlborn; the trooper, nick cutter; the only good Indians; Stephen graham jones; 93 FF 93 FFC 93 FH 93 FK 01 01 01 02 A prodigal son’s search for his missing father reunites him with the love of his life—and draws him into the haunting mystery of unexplained murders in a remote Montana town, masterfully crafted by award-winning author Wesley King.

It’s been seven long years since Everett Johnson set foot in the wilds of Killdeer, Montana. But his father, the sheriff, is missing, and Everett is determined to find him…or bury him.

In the weeks before he vanished, Sheriff Dale Johnson was investigating the murder of Orsie Armel, a beautiful young girl found naked in the woods, shot with her own gun. Orsie came from a family of reclusive, powerful women whose prime acreage has long been the target of many people’s speculation – and ire. She also happened to be the cousin of Bernadine Armel, the only woman Everett ever loved. His return thrusts him headfirst into the minefields of estranged family and neglected friendships, and back into the arms of Bernadine, who is still as beautiful and mysterious as ever.

But as he delves deeper in the family’s past, he uncovers a sinister pattern of murders and hints of supernatural phenomena he can’t explain. In the end, Everett’s search for truth forces him to confront the past that has haunted him all these years—and the impossible secret beneath it all.]]> 13 02 #1 New York Times bestselling author of over a dozen novels for adults and young readers. His work has been translated for release around the world.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9a522421-8140-44c5-8eea-b4180023f8a4 01 Emily Bestler Books SIMO286 Emily Bestler Books 01 01 Emily Bestler Books SIMO286 Emily Bestler Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.8 in 03 20.32 mm 08 0.668 lb 08 10.688 oz 08 303 gr 06 15 9781668212653 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 40 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Emily Bestler Books AU 01 20261230 9781668276341 02 02 1668276348 03 9781668276341 14 19781668276348 15 9781668276341 11 BB B402 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Mistletoe All the Way</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 255700305 1 A01 Lauren Blakely Blakely, Lauren Lauren Blakely New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good, and witty. Lauren likes dogs, cake, and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party. Find out more at LaurenBlakely.com.]]> Lauren Blakely 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC027290 FRD 2.1 10 FIC027250 10 FIC027020 20 Christmas romance; holiday romance; Christmas rom com; holiday rom com; small-town romance; spicy romance; festive romance; romantic comedy; cozy romance; grumpy sunshine; fake dating; fake relationship; opposites attract; workplace romance; single dad; billionaire romance; festive love story; mountain town romance; winter wonderland; destination wedding; wedding party; best man; maid of honor; jealous ex; hometown return; second chances; forced proximity; heartwarming romance; feel-good romance; holiday magic; mistletoe; holiday party; cozy holiday read; cowboy romance; cowboy vet; animal rescue; horse farm; sleigh rides; small-town charm; family rivalry; cozy humor; festive traditions; romantic escapism; uplifting read; charming romance; happily-ever-after; self-published author; hallmark Christmas movies; Holiday Ever After; Hannah Grace; B. K. Borison; Lovelight Farms; Good Spirits; Meghan Quinn; How My Neighbor Stole Christmas; Merry Christmas You Filthy Animal; Laurie Gilmore; The Christmas Tree Farm; Lucy Score; The Christmas Fix; Tessa Bailey; Wreck the Halls 93 FRF 93 FXD 93 FR 01 01 01 02 She wants to make him Mr. Holiday. He wants to stay a certified Grinch. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely comes a small-town spicy holiday romance about a guarded cowboy veterinarian and a Christmas-loving optimist who team up for a town holiday competition.

Dr. Noah Lennox lives by three holiday rules—avoid his hometown, cheerful people, and Christmas itself.

But when his beloved grandfather announces he’s retiring and handing the cherished sleigh-ride farm to either Noah or his slick cousin Stephen, the first rule goes out the window. Back home in Evergreen Falls, the veterinarian vows to fight for the farm that means everything to him. The problem is, the town doesn’t exactly welcome its resident Scrooge with open arms.

Except for one very charming holiday enthusiast. Eloise Langston, a sunny tourism bureau hopeful, needs a win to land her dream job—and to pay the rent. Her holly jolly plan? Turn the broody, broad-shouldered grump into a festive front-runner to help the town’s Mr. Holiday Competition draw record crowds.

Transforming a camera-shy cowboy vet into a small-town sweetheart isn’t exactly in her job description—but neither is falling for him.

Soon, Noah and Eloise find themselves tangled in twinkle lights, fake kisses, and one very real attraction. But with the farm’s future at stake, Stephen’s scheming, and Eloise’s career on the line, there’s a blizzard of reasons to put their feelings on ice.

Or will they fight to turn their holiday fling into forever under the mistletoe?]]> 13 02 New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good, and witty. Lauren likes dogs, cake, and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party. Find out more at LaurenBlakely.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3be8eb02-f2ee-4245-a4ac-b46b00257bb4 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 01 01 Atria Books SIMO237 Atria Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.3125 in 02 134.94 mm 03 0.985 in 03 25.019 mm 08 1.045 lb 08 16.72 oz 08 474 gr 06 15 9781668233795 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Atria Books AU 01 20261110 9781668276730 02 02 1668276739 03 9781668276730 14 19781668276737 15 9781668276730 11 23 BC B101 B107 Mass Market Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>An Earthling's Guide to Outer Space</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>An</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Earthling's Guide to Outer Space</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Black Holes, Dwarf Planets, Aliens, and More</Subtitle> 01 147640945 1 A01 Bob McDonald McDonald, Bob Bob McDonald Quirks & Quarks since 1992. He is a regular science commentator on CBC News Network and science correspondent for CBC TV’s The National. He has been honoured with the 2001 Michael Smith Award for Science Promotion from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada; the 2002 Sandford Fleming Medal from The Royal Canadian Institute; and the 2005 McNeil Medal for the Public Awareness of Science from the Royal Society of Canada. In November 2011, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. In 2014, an asteroid designated 2006XN67 was officially named BOBMCDONALD in his honour. Bob lives in Victoria, British Columbia. Visit him on Twitter @CBCQuirks.]]> CA Bob McDonald 01 eng 272 00 272 03 SCI060000 10 SCI098000 10 SCI004000 01 02 Beloved science commentator Bob McDonald takes us on a tour of our galaxy, unraveling the mysteries of the universe and helping us navigate our place among the stars.

How big is our galaxy? Is there life on those distant planets? Are we really made of star dust? And where do stars even come from?

In An Earthling’s Guide to Outer Space, we finally have the answers to all those questions and more. With clarity, wisdom, and a great deal of enthusiasm, McDonald explores the curiosities of the big blue planet we call home as well as our galactic neighbours—from Martian caves to storm clouds on Jupiter to the nebulae at the far end of the universe.

So if you’re pondering how to become an astronaut, or what dark matter really is, or how an asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, look no further. Through a captivating mix of stories, experiments, and illustrations, McDonald walks us through space exploration past and present, and reveals what we can look forward to in the future.

An Earthling’s Guide to Outer Space is sure to satisfy science readers of all ages, and to remind us earthbound terrestrials just how special our place in the universe truly is.]]> 13 02 Quirks & Quarks since 1992. He is a regular science commentator on CBC News Network and science correspondent for CBC TV’s The National. He has been honoured with the 2001 Michael Smith Award for Science Promotion from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada; the 2002 Sandford Fleming Medal from The Royal Canadian Institute; and the 2005 McNeil Medal for the Public Awareness of Science from the Royal Society of Canada. In November 2011, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada. In 2014, an asteroid designated 2006XN67 was officially named BOBMCDONALD in his honour. Bob lives in Victoria, British Columbia. Visit him on Twitter @CBCQuirks.]]> 23 02
YOU TRY IT! Model Galaxy

WHAT YOU NEED

A large bowl

Water

Food coloring or milk

WHAT TO DO

Fill the bowl with water.

Using your finger, swirl the water around in a circle until it dips down a little in the center.

Let the water spin on its own for five seconds, then carefully pour just one or two drops of food coloring or milk in the center.

Watch the shape the food coloring or milk takes.

You have just made a model of the Milky Way!

The food coloring or milk should take on a spiral shape, with long arms wrapped around the center of the bowl. That is the shape of our Milky Way Galaxy. The sun and billions of other stars all swarm around a central bulge. Galaxies come in many different shapes, but the spirals, like ours, are the most beautiful. Don’t you agree?]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f6a6b193-693f-4107-b665-b4ab0023f256 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 01 01 Simon & Schuster SIMO001 Simon & Schuster 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 4.125 in 02 104.78 mm 06 15 9781982106850 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 48 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster AU 01 20261110 9781668281963 03 02 1668281961 03 9781668281963 14 19781668281960 15 9781668281963 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Star Trek: The Original Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Latter Fire</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Latter Fire</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 273847008 1 A01 James Swallow Swallow, James James Swallow New York Times, Sunday Times bestselling author, a BAFTA-nominated screenwriter, and the only British writer to have worked on a Star Trek television series. His Star Trek fiction includes The Ashes of Tomorrow, The Dark Veil, Fear Itself, The Latter Fire, Sight Unseen, The Poisoned Chalice, Cast No Shadow, Synthesis, Day of the Vipers, The Stuff of Dreams, Infinity’s Prism: Seeds of Dissent, and short stories in Star Trek Explorer, Seven Deadly Sins, Shards and Shadows, The Sky’s the Limit, and Distant Shores. His other works include the Marc Dane thriller series and tales from the worlds of 24, Doctor Who, Halo, Warhammer 40,000, and more. He lives and works in London.]]> James Swallow 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC028010 FL 2.1 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028090 10 FIC028030 20 james t. kirk; uhura; benjamin sisko; beam me up scotty; cardassian; movie; new star trek; department of temporal investigations; final frontier; starfleet; the next generation; deep space nine; voyager; the motion picture; the wrath of khan; the search for spock; the voyage home; the undiscovered country; generations; first contact; insurrection; nemesis; into darkness; star trek beyond; mccoy; sulu; chekov; jean-luc picard; william riker; worf; beverly crusher; wesley crusher; geordi laforge; deanna troi; guinan; uss enterprise; ten forward; holodeck; ready room; borg; alpha quadrant; delta quadrant; locutus; ferengi; klingon; romulan; breen; typhon pact; phaser; stun; photon torpedo; warp speed; these are the voyages; boldy go 93 FLR 93 FLW 93 FLS 93 FLU 01 01 01 02 An all-new novel from New York Times bestselling author James Swallow set in the popular universe of Star Trek: The Original Series!

The five-year mission of the Starship Enterprise has brought the vessel and her crew to the forefront of an important first contact situation. Under the command of Captain James T. Kirk, the ship is heading to the planet Syhaar Prime in the Beta Quadrant—the home world of an alien civilization preparing to take its first steps on to the galactic stage. One year earlier, the Enterprise came across a badly damaged Syhaari explorer vessel drifting in deep space. In collaboration with the explorer’s captain, Kirk and his crew were able to restore the ship to full function and send it on its way. And now, as the Syhaari display rapid technological advances made over the past year, hard questions must be asked. Did the Enterprise crew leak advanced technology or information to the Syhaari during their first encounter, in total violation of the Prime Directive?

™, ®, & © 2016 CBS Studios, Inc. STAR TREK and related marks are trademarks of CBS Studios, Inc. All Rights Reserved.]]> 13 02 New York Times, Sunday Times bestselling author, a BAFTA-nominated screenwriter, and the only British writer to have worked on a Star Trek television series. His Star Trek fiction includes The Ashes of Tomorrow, The Dark Veil, Fear Itself, The Latter Fire, Sight Unseen, The Poisoned Chalice, Cast No Shadow, Synthesis, Day of the Vipers, The Stuff of Dreams, Infinity’s Prism: Seeds of Dissent, and short stories in Star Trek Explorer, Seven Deadly Sins, Shards and Shadows, The Sky’s the Limit, and Distant Shores. His other works include the Marc Dane thriller series and tales from the worlds of 24, Doctor Who, Halo, Warhammer 40,000, and more. He lives and works in London.]]> 44 02 Star Trek series focuses on the twenty-third century adventures of Captain James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701), a powerful interstellar spacecraft dispatched by Earth-based Starfleet Command to explore the galaxy.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/75db9f78-8c1c-4c1e-aacd-b49c002543f8 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.619 lb 08 9.904 oz 08 280.77 gr 06 15 9781476783154 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282045 03 02 1668282046 03 9781668282045 14 19781668282042 15 9781668282045 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Star Trek: The Original Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Legacies #2: Best Defense</TitleText> 01 273878967 1 A01 David Mack Mack, David David Mack New York Times bestselling author of forty novels of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. His writing credits span many media, including television (for episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), audio drama (Star Trek: Khan), and comic books. He has worked as a consultant for Star Trek: Prodigy, and in 2022 the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers honored him as a Grandmaster with its Faust Award. He resides in New York City.]]> David Mack 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC028010 FL 2.1 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028090 10 FIC028030 12 FM 12 FJ 20 star trek; movie; new star trek; 50th anniversary; department of temporal investigations; final frontier; federation; united federation of planets; starfleet; the original series; the next generation; deep space nine; voyager; enterprise; the motion picture; the wrath of khan; the search for spock; the voyage home; the undiscovered country; generations; first contact; insurrection; nemesis; into darkness; star trek beyond; james t. kirk; spock; mccoy; scotty; sulu; uhura; chekov; jean-luc picard; picard; william riker; data; worf; beverly crusher; wesley crusher; geordi laforge; deanna troi; guinan; uss enterprise; ten forward; holodeck; ready room; borg; alpha quadrant; delta quadrant; locutus; ferengi; klingon; romulan; breen; typhon pact; phaser; stun; photon torpedo; warp; warp speed; space; these are the voyages; boldy go; where no one has gone before; where no man has gone before; andorian; benjamin sisko; kira; odo; quark; nog; miles o'brien; garak; jake sisko; the dominion; gamma quadrant; wormhole; cardassian; cardassia; defiant; dax; jadzia dax; ezri dax; jonathan archer; t'pol; strange new worlds; kathyrn janeway; chakotay; seven; seven of nine; beam me up; beam me up scotty; j.j. abrams; christopher pike; the cage; making it so; 93 FLR 93 FLW 93 FLS 93 FLU 01 01 01 02 Just in time for the milestone 50th Anniversary of Star Trek: The Original Series, an epic new trilogy that stretches from the earliest voyages of the Starship Enterprise to Captain Kirk’s historic five-year-mission—and from one universe to another!

A debt of honor: One brave woman ventures alone into a parallel universe to save her old shipmates, exiled there decades earlier by a mysterious device called the Transfer Key. She soon learns the alternate universe harbors not just an alien invasion force, but a secret that underpins its very existence.

A mission of peace: A long-awaited Klingon-Federation peace conference convenes, led by Ambassador Sarek of Vulcan and Councillor Gorkon of Qo’noS. But both sides have enemies who would prefer the two great powers remain at war—and who will do anything to make certain hate wins the day.

An errand of justice: Captain Kirk and his crew seek the stolen Transfer Key that opens a door between universes, but their hunt is cut short by Ambassador Sarek’s plea for help. The Enterprise crew soon becomes targets in a deadly crossfire—one whose outcome will decide the fate of two universes.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestselling author of forty novels of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. His writing credits span many media, including television (for episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), audio drama (Star Trek: Khan), and comic books. He has worked as a consultant for Star Trek: Prodigy, and in 2022 the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers honored him as a Grandmaster with its Faust Award. He resides in New York City.]]> 44 02 Star Trek series focuses on the twenty-third century adventures of Captain James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701), a powerful interstellar spacecraft dispatched by Earth-based Starfleet Command to explore the galaxy.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f02870bf-8fe2-436b-844e-b49c00254a0c 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.96 in 03 24.384 mm 08 0.594 lb 08 9.504 oz 08 269.43 gr 06 15 9781476753102 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282052 03 02 1668282054 03 9781668282052 14 19781668282059 15 9781668282052 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Star Trek: The Original Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Legacies: Book 1: Captain to Captain</TitleText> 01 146021349 1 A01 Greg Cox Cox, Greg Greg Cox New York Times bestselling author of numerous Star Trek novels and short stories. He has also written the official movie novelizations of War for the Planet of the Apes, Godzilla, Man of Steel, The Dark Knight Rises, Daredevil, Ghost Rider, and the first three Underworld movies, as well as books and stories based on such popular series as Alias, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, CSI, Farscape, The 4400, Leverage, The Librarians, Roswell, Terminator, Warehouse 13, Xena: Warrior Princess, and Zorro. He has received three Scribe Awards from the International Association of Media Tie-In Writers, as well as the Faust Award for Life Achievement. He lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Visit him at GregCox-Author.com. ]]> Greg Cox 01 eng 368 00 368 03 FIC028010 FL 2.1 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028090 12 FM 12 FJ 20 star trek; movie; new star trek; 50th anniversary; department of temporal investigations; final frontier; federation; united federation of planets; starfleet; the original series; the next generation; deep space nine; voyager; enterprise; the motion picture; the wrath of khan; the search for spock; the voyage home; the undiscovered country; generations; first contact; insurrection; nemesis; into darkness; star trek beyond; james t. kirk; spock; mccoy; scotty; sulu; uhura; chekov; jean-luc picard; picard; william riker; data; worf; beverly crusher; wesley crusher; geordi laforge; deanna troi; guinan; uss enterprise; ten forward; holodeck; ready room; borg; alpha quadrant; delta quadrant; locutus; ferengi; klingon; romulan; breen; typhon pact; phaser; stun; photon torpedo; warp; warp speed; space; these are the voyages; boldy go; where no one has gone before; where no man has gone before; andorian; benjamin sisko; kira; odo; quark; nog; miles o'brien; garak; jake sisko; the dominion; gamma quadrant; wormhole; cardassian; cardassia; defiant; dax; jadzia dax; ezri dax; jonathan archer; t'pol; strange new worlds; kathyrn janeway; chakotay; seven; seven of nine; beam me up; beam me up scotty; j.j. abrams; christopher pike; the cage 93 FLR 93 FLW 93 FLS 93 FLU 01 01 01 02 An epic new trilogy begins—a tie-in for the milestone fiftieth anniversary of Star Trek: The Original Series—that stretches from the earliest voyages of the Starship Enterprise to Captain Kirk’s historic five-year-mission…and from one universe to another!

Hidden aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise is a secret that has been passed from captain to captain, from Robert April to Christopher Pike to James T. Kirk. Now the return of the enigmatic woman once known as Number One has brought that secret to light, and Kirk and his crew must risk everything to finish a mission that began with April so many years ago…

Nearly two decades earlier, April and his crew first visited the planet Usilde, where they found both tragedy and a thorny moral dilemma. Today, the legacy of that fateful occasion will compel Kirk to embark on a risky voyage back to that forbidden world—which is now deep in territory claimed by the Klingon Empire!

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Admiral Jonathan Archer has barely settled in as Starfleet Chief of Staff when new crises demand his attention. The Starfleet task force commanded by Captain Malcolm Reed continues its fight against the deadly Ware technology, but one of the task force ships is captured, its Andorian crew imprisoned by an interstellar Partnership that depends on the Ware for its prosperity. Worse, the Partnership has allied with a renegade Klingon faction, providing it with Ware drone fleets to mount an insurrection against the Klingon Empire. Archer sends Captain T’Pol and Endeavour to assist Reed in his efforts to free the captured officers. But he must also keep his eye on the Klingon border, for factions within the Empire blame Starfleet for provoking the Ware threat and seek to take revenge. Even the skill and dedication of the captains under Archer’s command may not be enough to prevent the outbreak of the Federation’s first war!

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The time has come to act. Following the destructive consequences of the Ware crisis, Admiral Jonathan Archer and Section 31 agent Trip Tucker both attempt to change their institutions to prevent further such tragedies. Archer pushes for a Starfleet directive of non-interference, but he faces opposition from allies within the fleet and unwelcome support from adversaries who wish to drive the Federation into complete isolationism. Meanwhile, Tucker plays a dangerous game against the corrupt leaders of Section 31, hoping to bring down their conspiracy once and for all. But is he willing to jeopardize Archer’s efforts—and perhaps the fate of an entire world—in order to win?

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U.S.S. Pioneer

CAROLINE PARIS craned her neck upward to gaze through the pair of portholes on the curving hull above. “Amazing,” she said. “I’ve never seen a Bussard collector this close when I wasn’t in an inspection pod.” The reddish-brown cabochon dome at the fore of Pioneer’s starboard warp nacelle loomed darkly outside the port, powered down but still impressive to see looming just a few meters above her head.

“It is striking,” Malcolm Reed said. “And with the improved cooling and vibration damping Commander Tizahr has promised, it should remain relatively comfortable in here even during warp operations.” The room in question was a small common area and observation bay on C deck, overlooking the starboard cargo bay.

“I’m not sure why they even put viewports here,” Paris remarked. “There’s nothing to see but the nacelle cap.”

“I admit, the Intrepid class is a bit of a kludge,” Reed confessed. “It was an offshoot of the NX class, putting its pieces together more compactly for more efficient warp dynamics, in case the warp-five engine didn’t perform as hoped.”

“Never apologize for your ship, Captain,” Paris said. “Compared to the antique I’ve been serving on for the past five years, this is a regular hot rod.”

Reed chuckled. “It occurs to me that much of our conversation would be incomprehensible to people who aren’t fans of old movies.”

She patted his cheek, leaning in for a conspiratorial whisper. “So much the better. Helps us keep our secrets.”

Paris had never expected her dalliance with Malcolm Reed to last more than a few nights. He wasn’t her usual type; if anything, his formal, stiff-upper-lip English manner, facial hair, and military bearing reminded her of Captain Shumar, which should have been the opposite of a turn-on. But then, “usual” had gone out the window since her close call on Delta IV last April. It was only recently that she had felt ready to explore that side of herself again, and perhaps she had turned to Malcolm Reed because he seemed safe. Though he was clearly attracted to her, he had his own natural reserve—and some sort of inner hesitancy toward intimacy that reminded Paris of her own. They had not spoken of it, but perhaps their mutual recognition of each other’s restraint had let them both feel that they could pursue a casual involvement without feeling pressured to go further.

Yet, as they had spent their time watching movies and playing tennis and talking about their careers, Paris had discovered that there were other things she and Reed had in common. They both loved classic cinema, though Paris had been unable to get Reed to understand her fondness for ancient, youth-oriented adventure serials like Flash Gordon and Captain Proton. They had a similar love of antiques, though Paris’s fancy was vintage toys and games while Reed’s was military hardware and weaponry. They both came from service families with a strong sense of legacy and tradition—though Malcolm had defied his family custom to serve in Starfleet rather than the Royal Navy, while Paris had readily followed the starfaring example of her mother, Argonne, a United Earth Space Probe Agency veteran who had become one of the UE Starfleet’s first flag officers upon its founding in the 2130s, and her older brother, James, who had commanded one of the old Marshall-class ships in the Earth-Romulan War.

Not that there weren’t plenty of differences between them as well. Paris had always been the class clown, the little sister who’d acted out in defiance of her family’s pressure to perform—and who had maintained her irreverent manner even after embracing her aptitude for the family business, as a way of announcing that it was something she did to please herself instead of anyone else. Reed’s reserved, disciplined style couldn’t have been more different, at least on the surface. But as she got to know him better—particularly today, as she saw him interact with the members of Pioneer’s crew who were on duty during the refits—she realized that he wasn’t as much like Bryce Shumar as she’d initially believed. Shumar could be arrogant, prideful, and judgmental. He was a perfectionist who demanded no less than perfection from those around him. Paris had only earned the license to be informal on the bridge by proving to him that it did nothing to diminish her exemplary performance. But Reed’s perfectionism was more self-directed. She got the sense that it came from a deep insecurity, a need to prove his worth to himself and to others. And so he was slow to judge others, as though he did not feel entitled to do so. He ran a looser ship than she expected and gave his crew plenty of rein—as Paris saw when Reed’s tour led her to main engineering, their next stop after the nacelle cap.

“No, no, no!” a woman was shouting as they came into the engine room through the heavy forward hatch. “You have to polarize the magnetic field in parallel with the crystal impurities to reduce the unspent reactants! Calibrate each chamber individually, like this.” The speaker, standing on the raised control platform before the warp reactor, elbowed a fellow engineer aside to enter the settings herself. She was a Jelna Rigelian, craggy-faced and parchment-skinned—an exofemale, if Paris remembered their four-gendered system correctly—but her streaked gray-white hair was cut short and lacked the elaborate beads commonly worn by her people. She wore a red-brown tunic with lieutenant commander’s stripes and a Pioneer mission patch on the shoulder. Paris was still getting used to seeing those two-piece uniforms on Pioneer’s crew. They had been in use fleetwide for several years now, the Class A uniforms meant to stand for the entire Federation fleet—but the member fleets’ individual uniforms had not been entirely phased out, and Shumar was one of a number of human captains who preferred his crew to wear the one-piece gray uniforms of the Earth division, as Paris did now. No doubt Reed favored the fleetwide uniform due to the greater species diversity of his crew.

Completing the recalibration, the Rigelian engineer ordered the ensign next to her to run a simulation of core performance. She frowned at the result. “No, didn’t I say you need to adjust the injector pressure to compensate? Here, like this!” She clambered down off the platform and headed for the port injector frame, where the crewman tending to the injectors hastily stood aside to make room for her. “There. See?” she asked a few moments later. “Now try it.”

“Commander Tizahr,” Reed spoke up, drawing the exofemale’s attention. “A word, if you please.”

“Captain, I’m sure you think you have something important to contribute, but just let me get through with this—”

“Now, Commander.” Tensing at the steel in his voice, Tizahr relented and came over to them, though her lean body practically trembled with impatience. Paris realized that, despite the impression created by her pale coloring and craggy features, she was unusually young for an officer of her rank.

“Lieutenant Commander Kivei Tizahr,” Reed continued, “this is my guest, Commander Caroline Paris, first officer of Essex. Caroline, Commander Tizahr is Pioneer’s new chief engineer.”

Paris extended a hand. “Pleased to meet you.”

Tizahr took her hand with a wry smirk. “Which means that either you already know my work, or you know nothing about me personally. Stick around, you’ll probably get less pleased by the moment. Now, Captain, is there anything of actual relevance you have to say? I’m trying to squeeze what efficiency I can out of these cobbled-together engines of yours, and explaining my techniques to your crew is only slowing me down. They’ve gotten slack, working under civilian temporary chiefs for so long.”

“My engineers know how to do their jobs, Commander.”

“They know how it used to be done, and if that were adequate, you wouldn’t have called on me. Your Doctor Dax did come up with some effective workarounds for reconciling different species’ technologies, but you’re novices at that compared to the Rigelians.”

“No doubt you do have the edge on technique, Kivei. But these people all have their own abilities and strengths, which you’ll never discern if you keep doing all their work for them. Perhaps if you let them show you what they can do, it will help you better understand how to utilize them in achieving what you want them to do.”

To her credit, Tizahr took only a couple of seconds to say, “You’re right, Captain. If I’m to turn this crew into a smoothly functioning machine, I need to know the full specs and tolerances of its components. If I may, sir?”

“Go right ahead.”

“All right, people, stop everything you’re doing!” Tizahr shouted, clapping her hands over her head. “Time for some emergency drills! Show me what you’ve got!”

Reed and Paris wisely retreated before the chaos began. “She seems . . . intense,” Caroline said once they were back in the corridor.

“She’s very driven. She was one of Grennex Aerospace’s top warp engineers by the equivalent age of twenty-two. The Rigelian Trade Commission made her a better offer at twenty-eight, so she became a chief engineer for their defense fleet, which means she got folded into Starfleet when Rigel joined. She’s the best—but the best aren’t always easy to like.”

“Still, I’m impressed with how you handled her, Malcolm. Captain Shumar would’ve probably butted heads with her and loudly reminded her who was in charge, and I would’ve had to come in later as the good cop and finesse her into cooperating. But you had all the finesse you needed—even though you and Bryce come from similar backgrounds.”

“All I know about finesse, I learned under Jonathan Archer. He understood that most Starfleet personnel are more scientists than soldiers. I had trouble understanding that for years, but I like to think I’ve gotten the hang of it.”

“I’d say you have. You mesh well with your crew. And you’ve probably helped Tizahr mesh with them too.”

He lowered his head. “I’m gratified to hear you say that. When I took this command, I was distant from them at first. I relied on Travis—Mister Mayweather—to be my bridge to them. But we’ve grown close . . . largely through sharing adversity.”

Paris hesitated a few moments. “Speaking of growing close, Malcolm . . . when are we going to get to the most important part of the tour?”

“What would that be?”

She moved in closer—much closer. “Your quarters.”

Reed flushed, surprised but far from unhappy. “You mean . . . you want to . . .”

“I want to.”

“Are you sure?” he asked. “I mean—not that I don’t want to, of course. But you’ve kept a certain distance . . .”

“Which has nothing to do with you. I just . . .” She sighed. “Can we discuss this in private? In your quarters?”

At once thrilled and confused, Reed led her there. Once they were alone, Paris paced the small room and gathered her thoughts. “About nine months ago, I led an Essex landing party making the first official Federation contact with the planet Delta IV.”

Reed’s eyes widened. “The Deltans. I’ve heard the stories about them from Travis—it was his family’s ship that made the original contact.”

“I know. Small galaxy.”

“And I heard that there were some . . . difficulties . . . with Essex’s visit. That their sexual proclivities were more potent—more dangerous—than even the spacers’ tales. Like the pheromones of Orion females.” He gazed at her solicitously. “Did they . . . do something to you?”

“No, nothing like that. The Deltans are a remarkable, open, compassionate people. That’s just the problem. The connections they form with their empathic powers are so deep, so profound . . . It’s easy for a human to get lost in them. The Deltan man I had sex with . . . what he offered was a casual, friendly gesture among his people, and I was—” She laughed. “Well, I was just being a good diplomat and accepting the natives’ hospitality. But . . .” She sobered quickly. “I almost lost my sense of myself as an individual. The other member of my crew who slept with them—with several of them at once—he’s still in a catatonic state. He’s not expected to recover, ever. I got lucky.” She needed a moment before she could continue. “But it was a struggle. It’s taken me months to get past the yearning for more, the depression, the withdrawal. I’ve been afraid to attempt normal human sex . . . though I’m not sure if it’s because I’m afraid of losing myself again or if I’m afraid I’d just find it inadequate next to the memory of . . . that.”

Reed cleared his throat. “No pressure, then.”

She laughed. “No, it’s all right. Because it’s not just about the physical. What was so overpowering was the emotional connection. The way it made me feel like being part of another person. Maybe nothing human can match that intensity.

“But it doesn’t need to. I feel really close to you, Malcolm. I let you in because you didn’t push, because you respected my boundaries and gave us a chance to get to know each other first. So I know that the connection I feel for you isn’t just some ghost of what I experienced on Delta. It’s grown organically within us. And I think that wherever that leads us is somewhere I’m ready to go.”

She pulled his head toward hers—slightly up toward hers, for she had three centimeters on him in height—and kissed him deeply. When it finally ended, she took a deep breath of satisfaction. “That said . . . there are some things I picked up on Delta that I’d be happy to teach you.” Laughing, she pulled him toward the bed.

January 5, 2166

Oakland, California

“Your move.”

“I’m thinking, I’m thinking.”

Val Williams tried not to fidget while Sam Kirk studied the chessboard in her father’s living room, stroking his chin as he contemplated his options. Normally she was more patient with his deliberations, but Captain Marcus Williams was watching over her shoulder, his burly arms crossed in a way indicating that Sam was not making as good an impression as Val had hoped.

For her own part, Val was playing an aggressive, risky game in the style her father had taught her, deliberately exposing her king to danger in order to lure Kirk into a trap. But he wasn’t taking the bait; instead, he was playing it safe, passing up opportunities to capture her pieces and instead positioning his own with a longer strategy in mind. He was now a move away from checking her black king with his white king’s pawn—a move she’d almost missed because it was so unassuming. But if she let it happen, she could then move her king into a position that would lure out the white queen. She had moved her queen’s bishop to the second rank to position it for that strategy.

That was the situation Sam was now contemplating, and the senior Williams was growing more impatient as the time dragged on. “Maybe you should be using the timer,” he suggested.

“It’s just a friendly game, Dad,” Val reminded him.

“Well, okay. I guess some people need a handicap.”

Val glared up at her father, but fortunately, Sam was too immersed in contemplation to notice the dig. Finally, he went ahead with an unexpected maneuver, putting his king’s knight one move away from checking her king again, from either of two black squares. As soon as she realized this, she moved a pawn to force him to choose the one that would let her move her king to threaten the knight in return.

“This is ridiculous,” her father said while Sam considered his response. “Eight moves in and not one piece has been captured yet.”

“But he’s had me in check three times, Dad.”

“Only because you’re giving him too much time to think.”

“I’m not as good at thinking on my feet as your daughter, Captain,” Sam said to him. “And I don’t want to make any mistakes, so if you don’t mind . . .”

At another glare from Val, her father subsided. Sam eventually moved a pawn, leaving a clear path for his queen’s bishop to protect his knight. “Okay,” Val muttered, seeing where things were headed and how bad it looked for her king. She tried to distract his attention using a feint with her queen’s knight, but he didn’t fall for it. With careful consideration, he began to spring his trap, a series of moves that checked her king and left her only one response leading immediately to another check, three times in a row. Yet each time, he pondered and bided his time before making the obvious move.

Captain Williams could no longer keep his silence. “You’re closing in! Don’t you know what you want to do?”

“Just making sure, sir. Ah, yes.” Moving his knight to e6 not only exposed her king to his other bishop, it put the knight one move away from capturing Val’s queen.

But the only move she could make was to counter the check with the one available pawn, which would inevitably be captured to end the game. Instead, Val tipped over her king. “I resign. Well played, Sam!”

“I don’t believe it,” the captain said. “A whole game without one piece captured!”

“He would’ve taken my pawn for mate, Dad.”

The elder Williams puffed air through his lips. “One measly pawn.”

“Don’t underestimate them. Sam checked me with a pawn three different times.”

Kirk shrugged. “The triumph of the little guy.”

“I’ll say,” Val replied. “You really had my king on the run there. Half my moves were of the king, most of them to get him out of check. I never even got to move my queen.”

“I only moved mine once.”

“Yeah, but you made her the anchor for the formation you assembled around my king.” She shook her head as she examined the board. “Look at that. We only moved seven distinct pieces each. And you mated me in thirteen moves.” She smirked. “In case you’re wondering, Dad, his mating usually takes a lot longer than that.”

Sam blushed, and her father winced. “More than I needed to know, hon.”

“It’s just a matter of focusing on the long-term goal instead of instant opportunities,” Sam said—and then blushed harder. “In, in the game, I mean. The chess game.”

Val was laughing now. “Among other things.”

Her father cleared his throat. “I understand strategy,” he said, trying to get back to a more comfortable topic. Predictably, the former wide receiver followed up with a sports metaphor. “There’s no game without a game plan. But you can’t always win by playing it safe. I mean, not only did you shy away from sacrificing your own pieces, you didn’t even take any of hers!”

“I didn’t see the need, sir. My real target was the king. And luckily, I was able to work around the other pieces this time. Taking hers would’ve cost me mine and reduced my options.”

“And leaving her strength completely intact didn’t bother you?”

Sam smiled, meeting Val’s eyes. “Her strength is what I love about her, sir. And playing the long game until she gave me an opening has worked for me before.”

Her father seemed unimpressed. Later, when he went out to the rear patio to heat up the barbecue for dinner, Val managed to get him alone while Sam chopped vegetables in the kitchen. “You don’t approve of him, do you?” she asked bluntly.

Captain Williams was just as blunt, as had always been their way with each other. “He’s sure not the kind of guy I ever thought I’d see you fall for. So timid and intellectual. No toughness in him.”

“Why do I need someone tough? Don’t you think I’m tough enough for two?”

Her father’s eyes widened. “Of course you are, hon! But if we’re talking . . . well, if you think this is serious . . . I’m your dad, Val. I can’t help thinking about what my grandkids are gonna be like.”

She rolled her eyes. “Oh, for—I’m not trying to pick out a stud horse here. And if and when I’m ready to think about that, it’s my decision, not yours.”

He held up his hands placatingly, though one still held a large pair of tongs. “That’s not what I meant. I just don’t think he’ll be able to keep up with you in the long run, and I think you’ll get tired of waiting for him.”

“That’s what I thought at first. That’s why it took me so long to realize what he had to offer. But I was wrong. He’s taught me the value of patience and quiet.” She gently touched her father’s muscular arm. “Which is why I believe he’ll win you over too, if you just keep an open mind.”

He lowered his head. “I’ll try, hon. For you.” But his tone was grudging.

Val could tell she would need patience. This was going to be a long game.

January 8, 2166

Smithsonian Orbital Annex, Enterprise XCV-330 exhibit

“This seems to be my week for giving tours,” Malcolm Reed said as he led T’Pol through the enviropod of the first UESPA ship named Enterprise. The cylindrical pod was the approximate size and shape of a midsized passenger shuttle, though with a cramped, submarine-like interior. Luckily, this was a private tour after the museum had closed for the evening, a perk of the captains’ combined clout, so they did not have to contend with crowds of tourists squeezing their way through the cramped hatches. The pod sat at the front of a long, narrow boom, almost like the kind used in Klingon ship designs—but at the rear of the boom was a single vertical vane connecting it to a pair of wide, flat rings instead of the more familiar cylindrical nacelles. “You’ve really never been to see this exhibit before? I’d have thought it would be the sort of thing to interest you.”

“Not particularly,” the Vulcan captain answered. “Humans were not the first protégés of the Vulcans to attempt to emulate the annular warp drives of Vulcan starships. And the Experimental Coleopteric Vehicle program was discontinued twenty years before I came to Earth, in favor of Henry Archer’s Warp Five Project. As you are aware,” she went on as they entered the navigation and briefing area just aft of the bridge, “the latter was of much greater concern to then-Ambassador Soval when I was assigned to his staff.”

“He sure made me plenty aware of it back then,” came a new voice from the bridge. One of its acceleration seats rotated to reveal Charles Tucker III smiling back at them. As usual, their secret-agent friend had managed to slip into the vessel without being observed until he wanted to be. Reed had done his share of intelligence work, but he’d never mastered that particular trick. “But we’ve all come a long way since then, haven’t we?”

The other two descended the short flight of steps to the deck of the bridge, which occupied the top half of the foremost section of the enviropod, giving it somewhat more headroom than the three decks of quarters and crew facilities farther back. At the front of the bridge was the upper half of the transparent aluminum dome that formed the nose of the pod, affording a view of the Orbital Annex hangar beyond. A portion of NX-01, the subsequent Enterprise on which Reed, T’Pol, and Tucker had once served, was visible beyond, giving Reed a rush of nostalgia.

The warmth with which T’Pol greeted the former engineer was subtle, recognizable to Reed only because of his fifteen years of friendship with them. “It is good to see you safely returned from your recent travels, Trip. We have been understandably concerned for your welfare.”

“Oh, don’t worry,” Tucker assured her. “Phil Collier of Abramson Industries may be one of Starfleet’s most wanted right now, but the Section did its usual thorough job of severing any data trails that could tie that identity back to me.” He rubbed his clean-shaven chin. “And as you can see, their cosmetic surgeons put my lovable mug back to rights, or as close as it gets these days.”

“I’m just surprised you went back to that nose,” Reed teased. But it was said with fondness and relief. He and Tucker had been given a rare chance to renew their friendship during the lengthy Ware mission. They had seen each other infrequently over the preceding years since the former engineer of Enterprise (the one visible outside, not this abandoned prototype) had faked his death to become an operative of the secretive, extralegal intelligence cabal informally known as Section 31, after the clause in the Starfleet charter whose ambiguous wording about extraordinary measures in times of great crisis was regarded by its leaders as the authorization for its existence. Reed had only himself to blame for that separation, for it had been he who had proposed the idea, seeing it as a way to infiltrate the Romulan Star Empire and undermine their impending war plans. Reed believed that Tucker had done important work during the war, even playing a key role in preventing a Romulan victory.

Yet Tucker had remained dead in the eyes of the galaxy even after the need for that deception had passed, carrying on as an anonymous intelligence operative. Reed had come to fear that Tucker had gotten too deep into the spy game and begun to lose himself in the process.

The discovery of the widespread threat posed by the Ware, a technology that the two men had encountered and bested once before aboard NX-01, had allowed Reed to offer Tucker a chance to become an engineer again, even if it was under an assumed identity as the civilian consultant Philip Collier. It had worked out well, with Tucker’s team discovering a means to deactivate the Ware and liberate its captives—and later, on behalf of the Partnership, attempting to develop a bioneural surrogate that would enable the Ware to be used safely without drawing on the brains of imprisoned sophonts. Things had gone wrong when their research had accidentally created a program that triggered the Ware to tear itself apart in an autoimmune reaction—an ideal weapon for its destruction, yet potentially devastating for the Partnership races that depended on it. Tucker and his colleagues had continued their search for a better option . . . but Section 31 had used another infiltrator to leak the destruct protocol to the Klingons as part of a secret deal to head off their invasion of the Federation. The Section had then arranged for “Collier” to be implicated as the source of the leak—both to tie off loose ends and to compel Tucker to abandon that identity and return to the shadows.

But they had not counted on Tucker’s conscience. Saving the Federation from Klingon invasion had meant condemning the Partnership to the same fate and wiping a unique civilization from the galaxy. That had been the last straw for Tucker, and his former Enterprise crewmates had agreed to assist him in doing something about it. Something decisive—and hopefully survivable.

“In any case,” T’Pol told Tucker, “your propensity for secret meetings aboard museum vessels named Enterprise is growing predictable. It might be best to choose a different type of venue in the future.”

“She’s right,” Reed said. “If you’re serious about bringing Section Thirty-One down from the inside, we’ll need rendezvous protocols you haven’t used while on assignments from them.”

Tucker held his gaze. “Believe me, Malcolm, I’ve never been more serious. I’ve already set certain things in motion. I have . . . a very resourceful ally now. I’ve just gotten back from making arrangements with him. He’s not willing to get his hands dirty directly, since he has good reason to protect his secrets. But he’s been around a long time and he’s learned a lot of tricks. He’s given me some leads that have helped fill in some of the bigger picture that Harris has kept me from seeing.” Harris, Reed knew, was the name of Tucker’s supervisor in the clandestine organization—the same senior officer who had recruited and handled Reed as an intelligence asset early in the latter’s Starfleet career. “And he’s given me the means, when the time comes, to disappear in a way the Section won’t be able to track.”

T’Pol frowned. “But your hope is to expose and neutralize the organization.”

“Yeah, but we humans can be the vengeful type. I can’t be sure they don’t have some failsafe set up to retaliate against whoever brings them down. Better safe than sorry.”

“That will only become an issue if we succeed in bringing them down,” Reed said. “I presume that’s why you requested I bring my own dossier on Thirty-one.”

“That’s right. Between what you’ve pieced together, what I’ve learned from eleven years on the inside, and what my new silent partner’s been able to add, I’m hoping we can finally build a complete enough picture of the Section’s structure that we can tie all its players together—and hopefully link them to tangible proof of a crime.” Tucker sighed. “There’s no shortage of things I could come out and confess to, but that wouldn’t implicate anyone else without hard evidence.”

“Of course,” Reed said. “They’ve always been careful to compartmentalize that way. That’s why we need enough to bring it all down at once.”

“Not to mention,” T’Pol added, “that if Trip were to reveal himself to the authorities, it would raise many questions about why he falsified his death and what actions he has taken in the interim. This would risk exposing certain facts that could be damaging to many—for instance, facts pertaining to the Romulans’ true nature.”

“Believe me, I’m well aware of that, T’Pol,” Trip said. “That’s why I’d prefer to leave that as a last resort. Better to just disappear again—make Harris and his cronies think I’m dead. That way, they won’t come after me or any of my friends.”

“Then we’d better get started,” Reed replied.

Tucker led them back into the navigation and briefing area, where he’d attached a more up-to-date interface to its small situation table. “This archaic tech should be harder to tap into or decrypt later,” he explained. “Most of the folks who’d know how are retired or dead.”

Reed loaded his dossier of collected intelligence on Section 31 into the interface, and the two captains and the engineer began to look it over. “To summarize,” Reed said, “I’m fairly certain by now that the ‘Section’ is essentially one man’s rogue operation.” He highlighted the name and image of a gray-haired man he and Tucker both knew well, bringing up a sparse informational inset. “Matthew Harris. When I first met him more than twenty years ago, he was a captain in Starfleet Security, assigned as its liaison with Starfleet Intelligence. SI was a fledgling organization then, and it needed to draw heavily on Security assets for its operations—which is how I became involved.” That was a story all three knew well by now. “I eventually became aware that some of the missions Harris assigned me to were not officially sanctioned by either Security or Intelligence. Since his division was operating in an administrative gray area, he’d taken advantage of that ambiguity to turn it into his own black-ops unit, in the belief that it was sometimes necessary to do the wrong things for the right reasons.”

“The ‘extraordinary measures’ supposedly authorized by Article Fourteen, Section Thirty-one of the charter,” T’Pol interpreted.

“As a matter of fact, I don’t remember Harris ever mentioning that clause at the time. I suppose he saw his formal Starfleet authority as enough of a justification—at least until he ran up against its limits. Harris’s superiors began asking too many questions, so he made himself scarce and went freelance. He vanished from the official record in December 2149, and over the next year, several other current or former members of his division began to disappear, retire, or be listed as dead, along with various personnel in SI and the Earth Security Agency. I can’t prove their connections to Thirty-one, but these are my top suspects.”

Tucker studied the list of personnel Reed had brought up. “I can confirm most of these from my own data.” The two men worked to correlate their data sets, with Tucker’s information firming up the web of connections between Harris and most of his other suspects—and eliminating a few suspects as red herrings or even victims of the cabal. Several more remained inconclusive, such as Harris’s former Starfleet Intelligence liaison, Admiral Parvati Rao. Some of her ex-subordinates were among the suspected founding members, suggesting her possible involvement or support, but proof was elusive. The data trails surrounding her activities had been expertly erased, and she had spent the two years since her retirement in deep, virtually unreachable seclusion on Mars.

“Okay,” Tucker said as he looked over the revised timeline. “For most of 2150, Harris is quiet, and just a couple of his top Security people show signs of suspicious activity. He must’ve spent those months building his infrastructure and gathering resources, paving the way for the rest of his core team and trusted allies to follow once he was ready. The whole thing seems to reach critical mass in October or November. People from his and Rao’s inner circles, a couple from ESA, and a few others start dropping off the grid in various ways, and by the end of the year, we’re already starting to see signs of Section activity.”

T’Pol’s eyes roved over the various data insets on the situation table’s screen. “Although neither of your data sets appears to contain any specific evidence of that formative process. It will be challenging to make a case against Harris without it—and Harris is the nexus of the case against the entire Section. Unless he can be implicated, none of this can be proven.”

“That’s our main problem,” Trip conceded. “However he covered his tracks, he did it flawlessly.”

“In any case, the timeline makes sense,” said Reed. “Early in 2151, Harris contacted me and invited me to participate in a ‘new project’ of his—something that was continuing the ‘good work’ we’d done together, but with fewer restrictions. He believed that having an asset embedded aboard Enterprise would be of use. I said no, of course—though we know how that turned out. And judging from how rapidly the Section came together, he didn’t waste time recruiting other assets.”

Tucker shook his head and whistled. “So the Section was only, what, a little over four years old when I joined up? Everyone acted like it was older, like it had been around since before the ink dried on the Starfleet Charter.”

“The pretense of age is often used to convey a sense of authority and tradition,” T’Pol observed.

“My first handler, Phuong, said he’d gone off the grid three years before. He must’ve been one of the earliest recruits.” Tucker smiled slightly. “And he called it ‘the bureau.’ Sure, officially it has no name, but its members hadn’t even settled on a nickname. Makes sense if the group was still young.”

“I appreciate the effort to let me off the hook,” Reed said. “But as far as I’m concerned, Thirty-one is a direct continuation of the rogue security operation that I was part of for years.”

“Nonetheless, this is encouraging,” T’Pol said. “If Section Thirty-one is only fifteen years old as an independent entity, its degree of entrenchment and influence must be limited. This makes it a more manageable opponent.”

“You may be right,” Reed conceded. He worked the display controls to assemble an organizational chart from the combined data. “As I expected, it appears that the core membership of Section Thirty-one is still fairly small even today. There are still a few gaps here, but I’d say there are no more than ten central decision-makers and perhaps two dozen full-time field agents, not counting collaborators and informants. As it would have to be in order to avoid detection, contrary to the clichés of so many spy movies.”

“Logical,” T’Pol said. “Any successful conspiracy relies on maintaining secrecy, and the probability that its secrecy will be compromised, either by accident, external discovery, or willful betrayal, increases linearly as more conspirators become involved. The larger the conspiracy, the sooner its exposure becomes inevitable. Extending the duration of secrecy would require the conspiracy becoming dormant and the number of individuals aware of the secret diminishing over time as they age and die off. This is, of course, a simplified best-case scenario for the conspirators; the likelihood may vary based on the loyalty and commitment of the conspirators, the efficacy of external investigators, and so forth.”

Reed frowned. “It’s the ‘dying off’ part that concerns me. The easiest way to keep conspirators from talking is to arrange for their deaths.”

“Except that the act of murder requires another conspiracy that must be kept secret, and thus it can actually increase the likelihood of discovery.”

“I wouldn’t put assassination past Harris if he thought it was necessary,” Tucker said. “After all, he didn’t have a problem condemning millions to death on Sauria or in the Partnership if he thought it helped the Federation.” They shared a solemn silence. “But I think he’d rather go for staying dormant. He likes to say that Section Thirty-one needs to keep its head down, to be a last resort when all else fails. ‘The first rule of not being seen is not to stand up.’ ”

“And yet,” T’Pol replied, “Harris has had you intervene in three major situations that I know of in as many years. First the Vertian affair, then Sauria, then the Ware. As we discussed following the fall of the Partnership, the Section has begun to move beyond taking extralegal action in defense of the Federation to using the defense of the Federation as an excuse to take extralegal action.”

“And Harris doesn’t see it happening,” Tucker added. “I tried to suggest that we were overreaching, and he just rationalized it away. He’s convinced he’s making the right decisions for the right reasons, and he’s too much of a true believer to see otherwise.” He lowered his gaze. “Maybe he couldn’t live with himself if he had to face the possibility that the mass deaths he’s caused weren’t absolutely necessary and justified.”

“So Harris is the weak spot,” Reed said. “We can use his increased recklessness to our advantage. We may not be able to implicate him in the Section’s founding, but if we can catch him in a mistake, tie him to actionable proof of a criminal act in the here and now, then we can turn over the rest of our evidence and expose the entire conspiracy.”

“The proof is the hard part, though,” the lanky agent replied. “The Section has an uncanny ability to manipulate digital information to cover its tracks. I’ve spent years trying to figure out how they do it, but it still eludes me.”

“I am a former science officer,” T’Pol pointed out. “I have skills of my own at unearthing information. If you can tie Harris overtly to a criminal or treasonous act, I can help you to ensure that the proof reaches Starfleet and Federation authorities.”

“So what we need is a smoking gun,” Tucker summarized. “All we have to do is figure out how to get Harris to fire it.”

January 9, 2166

San Francisco

“There’s something I think you should see,” Harris said.

Charles Tucker schooled himself to calm. This was his first face-to-face meeting with the spymaster since his decision to turn against the Section. He had years of training in concealing his true plans and emotions—but much of that training had come from the silver-haired, pale-complexioned man before him. What if Harris could tell that he was hiding something?

But even thinking about that risked giving something away. So he cleared his mind and simply asked, “What’s that?”

Harris turned to activate his desk display, and for a moment, Tucker feared he would see surveillance video of his meeting with T’Pol and Reed—or perhaps even of his earlier visit to Centauri VII, where he had solicited assistance and information from the immortal Akharin, whose acquaintance he had made during the Ware affair. The 5,999-year-old man (his six-millennial birthday was sometime this year, by coincidence, though changing calendars had obscured the exact date) had many lifetimes of experience at faking his death and disappearing—a skill that Trip expected to draw upon in the near future—and he had sources of intelligence rivaling the Section’s. But what if Tucker had overestimated Akharin’s talents, or underestimated the Section’s? Some of Harris’s abilities to gather information, communicate without a data trail, and alter digital records seemed to border on the supernatural.

But instead, what came on the screen was an interview between Jonathan Archer and Gannet Brooks, the Sol System Information Network journalist. Brooks had been an outspoken critic of Starfleet during the Earth-Romulan War, a saber-rattler who had insisted that Starfleet’s defensive strategies were too timid. The journalist was taking a similar tack now as she grilled Archer on his noninterference campaign.

“Just look at how many civilizations Captain Reed’s task force liberated from the Ware. Would you really advocate just standing by and doing nothing to help people in such dire need? We have the power to do so much good. We have done good, in defeating the Romulans, in ending the Vertian raids, in combatting organized crime beyond our borders. Should we renounce all that and declare that, from now on, the only beneficiaries of Federation strength will be ourselves?”

The admiral gave a patient smile. “I’m not proposing isolationism, Gannet. Of course we should be a good neighbor, be there to help when we’re asked. But good neighbors don’t force their help on people who don’t want it, or assume they’re better qualified to make someone else’s decisions for them.”

“The victims of the Ware didn’t want to be liberated from it because they didn’t know it was a threat. We made them aware of that.”

“And once they were aware, it should’ve been up to them to decide what to do about it. That’s what the Partnership did. They’re being painted as victims of the Ware, but the fact is, they’d achieved a workable symbiosis with it. Maybe they could’ve helped others do the same, given time and the chance to decide their own fate.”

“That chance was taken away from them by the Klingons, not us.”

“But the Empire only got involved because the Partnership sold Ware to their enemies—and the Partnership only did that because they thought we were invading them. It all started with a misunderstanding we could’ve avoided. The risks of intervention without understanding are too great.”

“Let’s not forget, Admiral, that it was a Starfleet consultant, Philip Collier, who sold the Ware destruct signal to the Empire. While some credit his action with preventing a war between us and the Klingons, that is still an act of treason. Isn’t this campaign for nonintervention just a distraction from where our focus should be? What is Starfleet doing to find Philip Collier and bring him to justice? Or give him a medal, as the case may be?”

Harris paused the playback and smiled. “Justice or a medal. Which one would you prefer?”

Tucker withheld his anger. Harris knew full well that Tucker, under the Collier alias, had not been the one to provide the destruct protocol to the Klingons. Instead, Harris had suborned Olivia Akomo, a civilian engineer whom Tucker had recruited to the task force, by playing on her concern for her family in the path of the imminent Klingon invasion. Akomo had traded the destruct protocol to the Empire in exchange for peace, and now she had to live with the destruction of the Partnership on her conscience. She had done it, she had explained, so that Tucker would remain sufficiently untainted to continue serving as Section 31’s conscience. Despite that, it was largely on her behalf that Tucker had decided that the only action his conscience would allow was the destruction of Section 31.

Which meant that this meeting was edging close to dangerous terrain after all. “Is there a reason you wanted me to see this?” he asked.

“Just curious to hear your thoughts on this nonintervention push of the admiral’s.”

Tucker took his time answering. “I understand where he’s coming from. Back on Enterprise, T’Pol always advised against interfering in other cultures. We saw examples of the harm we could do if we weren’t careful. Not every world is ready for contact.”

“The admiral’s position seems to be that we aren’t ready to decide whom we should contact or intervene with.”

“That seems fair. He doesn’t want us to get arrogant—to assume our technology makes us smarter or better than other species.”

The older, black-suited human peered at him. “I seem to recall you wanting us to get more involved on Sauria a while back.”

“Only to mitigate the damage we did by getting involved in the first place.” He studied Harris. “Look, if you’re suggesting I should try to talk Archer out of it, or—”

The spymaster held up his hands in a mollifying gesture. “Not to worry, Mister Tucker. As a matter of fact, I think an official Starfleet policy of nonintervention would be an excellent idea.”

Tucker blinked. “You do? I mean . . . isn’t intervening basically our whole deal?”

Harris chuckled. “But we keep our interventions unseen. Meddling openly creates enemies. It invites retaliation. The more foreign affairs the Federation gets itself involved in, the more security risks it creates. So if Archer can convince the public and his superiors that we should stay out of matters where we aren’t invited, I say more power to him.” He went on with a sly smile. “It just gives us cover for whatever clandestine interventions do become necessary.”

“So . . . you actually want to help Archer succeed.”

“Let’s not get ahead of ourselves. We don’t know yet if our involvement will be required. Archer can be a persuasive fellow.”

“That he can,” Tucker agreed.

Still, Harris’s words had gotten him wondering. In order to entrap the spymaster into exposing himself, Tucker needed to know what Harris wanted. Traps needed bait, after all. If Harris wanted the nonintervention policy to succeed, was there a way to use that?

And if there was . . . could Tucker pull it off without jeopardizing Archer’s agenda—or Archer himself?]]> 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9c86ac73-1d76-4858-b4d9-b49c00255c32 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.92 in 03 23.368 mm 08 0.569 lb 08 9.104 oz 08 258.09 gr 06 15 9781501165702 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282090 03 02 1668282097 03 9781668282090 14 19781668282097 15 9781668282090 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Star Trek <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Section 31: Control</TitleText> 01 273881317 1 A01 David Mack Mack, David David Mack New York Times bestselling author of forty novels of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. His writing credits span many media, including television (for episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), audio drama (Star Trek: Khan), and comic books. He has worked as a consultant for Star Trek: Prodigy, and in 2022 the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers honored him as a Grandmaster with its Faust Award. He resides in New York City.]]> David Mack 01 eng 368 00 368 03 FIC028010 FL 2.1 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028090 12 FJ 20 insurrection; j.j. abrams; benjamin sisko; beam me up scotty; cardassian; starfleet; movie; new star trek; 50th anniversary; department of temporal investigations; final frontier; united federation of planets; the original series; deep space nine; voyager; the motion picture; the wrath of khan; the search for spock; the voyage home; the undiscovered country; first contact; nemesis; into darkness; star trek beyond; james t. kirk; mccoy; sulu; uhura; chekov; jean-luc picard; william riker; data; worf; beverly crusher; wesley crusher; geordi laforge; deanna troi; guinan; uss enterprise; ten forward; holodeck; ready room; borg; alpha quadrant; delta quadrant; locutus; ferengi; klingon; romulan; breen; typhon pact; phaser; stun; photon torpedo 93 FJ 93 FL 01 01 01 02 From the New York Times bestselling author David Mack comes an original, thrilling Section 31 novel set in the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe!

No law…no conscience…no mercy. Amoral, shrouded in secrecy, and answering to no one, Section 31 is the mysterious covert operations division of Starfleet, a rogue shadow group pledged to defend the Federation at any cost. The discovery of a two-hundred-year-old secret gives Doctor Julian Bashir his best chance yet to expose and destroy the illegal spy organization. But his foes won’t go down without a fight, and his mission to protect the Federation he loves just end up triggering its destruction. Only one thing is for certain: this time, the price of victory will be paid with Bashir’s dearest blood.

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One

Stunned, bleeding, and falling like a stone, Julian Bashir was half-conscious when he and Sarina Douglas struck the ring-shaped metal platform. She landed on her back with a brutal thud. He crashed down on his right side and heard his ulna break. The fractured bone tore through flesh and fabric, flooding his arm with pain.

He struggled to breathe. His nose was broken, and his lips were swollen and split. He rolled onto his back to get the weight off his broken arm. Above him loomed the auxiliary control center of Memory Alpha’s main computer tower. Beyond the platform, the Federation archive’s underground city of core towers, each over two hundred meters tall and fifty meters in diameter, stretched away in concentric rings and vanished into the far unlit unknown.

All Bashir wanted to do was succumb to fatigue. Defensive wounds on his forearms stung with fresh cuts, and the sickening pain blooming deep within his torso told him he was bleeding inside. He doubted he could stand, much less force himself to endure a one-handed climb up the ladder to the facility’s main console.

Turning his head to look at his left hand was agony, but it had to be done. He opened his fist to see the data chip he had fought so hard to protect. It was intact, which was more than he could say for his palm. The chip’s corners had cut into his flesh because he had clutched it with such ferocity. He tucked the precious chip into one of his pressure suit’s chest pockets.

I didn’t come this far to quit here, he told himself.

Trying to sit up made his head swim. He rolled onto his left side and fought to push himself away from the metal grating. Get up. Get up!

His pulse thundered in his temples and made his skull feel as if it were being broken open from within. Probably a concussion, he realized. His suspicion was confirmed by a nascent urge to vomit. No time for that now. Have to keep moving.

Raised edges on the steel deck’s diamond-shaped grating bit into his knees and palm as he crawled to the ladder. He locked his one good hand on a rung and looked back at Sarina. She lay still, twisted and pallid. There was no time to assess her injuries; only minutes remained for Bashir to finish the mission that had brought him here—his first and perhaps last chance to strike the deathblow that would end the vile cabal he knew as Section 31.

He knew he should climb, but his heart demanded he go back to help Sarina. In spite of the ticking clock, he couldn’t forget he loved her. How much he would always love her.

Bashir let go of the ladder and looked back, but his conscience halted him. If I go to her now . . . how many more will die because I was selfish? This mission was bigger than her life, or his. Too much was at stake.

With his one good hand, he climbed the ladder. His broken right arm dangled, useless and vulnerable. Stabbing sensations filled his gut as he pulled himself upward. It took all his will to keep his grip on the rungs and continue his ascent; his body was desperate to give in, surrender to gravity, and plunge into the shadowy abyss between the core towers.

By the time he reached the apex of the ladder and clawed his way onto the control center’s upper level, he was delirious with exhaustion. He spent a moment on his knees, fighting to catch his breath. Ahead of him, at the end of a twenty-meter catwalk, was the auxiliary control panel of the main core. Bathed in icy blue light, it beckoned him. A glance at his wrist chrono confirmed he had barely two minutes to reach the console and finish this war.

He reached up and seized the catwalk’s railing. Every muscle in his body burned in protest as he pulled himself to his feet. Holding the railing to steady himself, he plodded forward. Each step shook drops of blood from the broken bones of his right arm.

The closer he got to the main console, the softer his vision became. He hoped to remain conscious long enough to complete his task, one staggering in its simplicity: all he had to do was insert the data chip into the secure input node on the console. The embedded software on the chip would do the rest.

If only we could have uploaded this remotely, instead of having to carry it into the most heavily guarded data archive in the galaxy—

The dull pressure of a punch was followed by a knifing pain between Bashir’s shoulder blades—ice-cold at first, then white-hot. He couldn’t see the dagger in his back, but he knew for a fact it was there.

Bashir tried to soldier on, only to find he could no longer feel his legs. They buckled under him as if they were made of rubber. He used his left arm to break his fall, but his bearded chin slammed onto the catwalk’s steel plates.

So close . . . The console was just a couple of meters away. Bashir fought to pull himself forward, his bruised and slashed left arm laboring to drag his entire body weight the length of two long strides that suddenly might as well be two light-years.

Behind him, halting steps echoed on the catwalk.

At the base of the console Bashir fished the data chip from his pocket. Clutching it, he extended his blood-caked hand toward the console’s secure input terminal only to find it stubbornly out of reach. To finish his mission, he needed to stand one last time.

The side of his hand found the console’s edge, but he couldn’t pull himself to his feet. He lost his grip and fell to the deck with his back to the console, facing his slowly approaching enemy, the agent of his imminent destruction.

In that moment Bashir realized two terrible truths.

His mission had failed, and he was about to die.]]> 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ba3b63ca-60dd-4e26-935d-b49c00256887 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.92 in 03 23.368 mm 08 0.569 lb 08 9.104 oz 08 258.09 gr 06 15 9781501151705 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282106 03 02 1668282100 03 9781668282106 14 19781668282103 15 9781668282106 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Elemental Assassin 16 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Snared</TitleText> 01 273881848 1 A01 Jennifer Estep Estep, Jennifer Jennifer Estep New York Times and USA Today bestselling author prowling the streets of her imagination in search of her next fantasy idea. Spider’s Bite, Web of Lies, Venom, Tangled Threads, Spider’s Revenge, By a Thread, Widow’s Web, Deadly Sting, Heart of Venom, The Spider, Poison Promise, Black Widow, Spider’s Trap, Bitter Bite, Unraveled, and Snared, along with the e-shorts Thread of Death, Parlor Tricks, Kiss of Venom, Unwanted, and Nice Guys Bite are the other works in her red-hot Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series. Jennifer is also the author of the Black Blade and Mythos Academy young adult urban fantasy series and the Bigtime paranormal romance series. For more on Jennifer and her books, visit her at JenniferEstep.com and @Jennifer_Estep.]]> Jennifer Estep 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC009060 10 FIC009010 10 FIC027030 20 kim harrison; ilona andrews; jim butcher; Tennessee authors; female assassin; fantasy; female mages; elementals; elemental magic; magic users; gin; runes; page turners; magic misfits; superheroes; guardians of the galaxy; what to read after true blood; female magic users; magicusers; hollows series; anita blake; Hamilton; urban fantasy; contemporary fantasy; patricia briggs; undead pool; deadpool; worldbuilding; romantic times top picks; fantasy top picks; bestselling fantasy; popular fantasy; game of thrones; magic adventures; adventurous women; kickass women; rarely make history; Elektra; black widow; spider-woman; wonder woman; jean grey; paranormal; 01 01 01 02 The sixteenth book in the New York Times bestselling Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series that RT Book Reviews calls, “An extraordinary series…[containing] one of the most intriguing heroines in the genre.”

Irony 101—The Spider herself snared in someone else’s web…

Another week, another few clues trickling in about the Circle, the mysterious group that supposedly runs the city’s underworld. Gathering intel on my hidden enemies is a painstaking process, but a more immediate mystery has popped up on my radar: a missing girl.

My search for the girl begins on the mean streets of Ashland, but with all the killers and crooks in this city, I’m not holding out much hope that she’s still alive.

A series of clues leads me down an increasingly dark, dangerous path, and I realize that the missing girl is really just the first thread in this web of evil. As an assassin, I’m used to facing down the worst of the worst, but nothing prepares me for this new, terrifying enemy—one who strikes from the shadows and is determined to make me the next victim.]]> 13 02 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author prowling the streets of her imagination in search of her next fantasy idea. Spider’s Bite, Web of Lies, Venom, Tangled Threads, Spider’s Revenge, By a Thread, Widow’s Web, Deadly Sting, Heart of Venom, The Spider, Poison Promise, Black Widow, Spider’s Trap, Bitter Bite, Unraveled, and Snared, along with the e-shorts Thread of Death, Parlor Tricks, Kiss of Venom, Unwanted, and Nice Guys Bite are the other works in her red-hot Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series. Jennifer is also the author of the Black Blade and Mythos Academy young adult urban fantasy series and the Bigtime paranormal romance series. For more on Jennifer and her books, visit her at JenniferEstep.com and @Jennifer_Estep.]]> 23 02
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Being an assassin meant knowing when to kill—and when not to kill.

Unfortunately.

I stood in a pool of midnight shadows, my boots, jeans, turtleneck, and fleece jacket as black as the night around me. My dark brown hair was stuffed up underneath a black toboggan that matched the rest of my clothes, and I’d swiped some black greasepaint under my eyes to reduce the paleness of my face. The only bit of color on my body was the silverstone knife that glinted in my right hand. I even inhaled and exhaled through my nose, so that my breath wouldn’t frost too much in the chilly January air and give away my position.

Not that anyone was actually looking for me.

Oh, a dwarf on guard duty was patrolling the vast estate. Supposedly, he was here to keep an eye out and make sure that no one snuck out of the woods, sprinted across the lawn, and broke into the mansion off in the distance. But he was doing a piss-poor job of it. I’d been watching him amble around for more than three minutes now, making an exceptionally slow circuit of this part of the landscaped grounds.

Every once in a while, the dwarf would raise his head and look around, scanning the twisted shadows cast by the trees and ornamental bushes that dotted the rolling lawn. But most of the time, he was far more interested in playing a game on his phone, judging from the beeps and chimes that continually emanated from it. He didn’t even have the sound muted—or his gun drawn.

I shook my head. It was so hard to find good help these days.

Still, I tensed as the guard wandered closer to my position. I was standing at the corner of a gray stone house, set in the very back corner of the yard, several hundred feet from the main building. Trees were clustered all around the house, their branches arching over the black slate roof and making the shadows here particularly dark, giving me the perfect hiding spot to watch and wait out the guard.

No doubt the man who lived in the mansion charitably referred to this house as a caretaker’s cottage or something else equally dismissive, even if it was almost large enough to be its own separate manor. Even Finnegan Lane, my foster brother, would have been impressed by the spacious rooms and expensive antique furniture that I’d glimpsed through the windows when I was sneaking around the cottage and getting into position—

“So are you actually going to break into the mansion, or are we just going to stand around out here all night in the dark?” a snide voice murmured in my ear.

Speak of the devil, and he will annoy you.

I looked to my right. Fifty feet away, a tall man-shaped shadow hovered at the edge of the tree line. Like me, Finn was dressed all in black, although I could just make out the glimmer of his eyes, like a cat’s in the darkness.

“I’m waiting for the guard to turn around and go back in the other direction,” I hissed. “As you can bloody well see for yourself.”

The transmitter in my ear crackled from the force of Finn’s snort. “Mr. Cell-Phone Video Game?” He snorted again. “Please. You could do naked cartwheels across the lawn right in front of him, and he still wouldn’t notice.”

Finn was probably right, but with the guard only about thirty feet from me now, I couldn’t risk responding. Instead, I slid back a little deeper into the shadows, pressing myself up against the side of the cottage. My body touched the wall, and I reached out with my elemental Stone magic, listening to the gray rocks that made up the structure.

Dark, malicious whispers echoed back to me, punctuated by high, shrill, screaming notes of fear and agony, as the stone muttered about all the blood and violence it had witnessed over the years and all the people who had died within its walls.

The mutterings didn’t surprise me, considering where I was, but their deep, harsh intensity made me frown. I wouldn’t have thought that the caretaker’s cottage would have been this affected by the man in the mansion, given the distance between the two structures.

Then again, anything was possible when dealing with the Circle.

I shut the stone’s mutterings out of my mind and focused on the guard. Like most dwarves, he was short and stocky, with bulging biceps that threatened to pop through the sleeves of his suit jacket. Your typical enforcer, save for the thin, scraggly wisps of black hair that lined his upper lip. Someone was trying to grow a mustache with little success.

Stopping about ten feet away from me, the guard raised his gaze from his phone and glanced at the front of the house. He tilted his head to the side, listening to the whistle of the winter wind as it made the tree branches above the cottage scrape together like dry, brittle bones.

I tightened my grip on my knife, the symbol stamped into the hilt pressing into the larger, matching scar embedded in my palm, both of them a circle surrounded by eight thin rays, a spider rune, the symbol for patience.

Something that the guard had little of. Five seconds later, he turned his attention back to his phone and resumed his slow, ambling walk, taking him right past my hiding spot. I could easily have reached out of the shadows, sunk my hand into the dwarf’s hair, yanked his head back, and cut his throat. He would have been dead before he’d even realized what was happening. But I couldn’t kill him—or anyone else here—tonight.

Unfortunately.

Once I started dropping bodies, the members of the Circle, a secret society responsible for much of the crime and corruption in Ashland, would realize that I was onto them. They would close ranks, increase their security, and come after me. Or worse: target my friends. Something that I wasn’t ready for.

So as easy as it would have been for me to kill the guard, I let him wander away, never knowing how close he’d come to playing his last video game.

Once the guard had moved far enough away, I relaxed and looked over at Finn, who flashed me a thumbs-up, then raised the gun in his other hand and saluted me with it. His voice crackled in my ear again. “I’ll be here waiting but with gun drawn instead of bells on. Just in case you need the cavalry to ride to your rescue.”

I rolled my eyes. “Please. I’m Gin Blanco, fearsome assassin and underworld queen, remember? The only thing I need rescuing from is you and your bad puns.”

Finn grinned, his white teeth flashing in the darkness. “You know you love me and my bad puns.”

“Oh, yeah. Like a toothache that I can’t get rid of.”

“That’s me, baby. Finnegan Lane, rotten as they come.”

He saluted me with his gun a second time, proud that he’d gotten the last word in. I rolled my eyes again.

But I was smiling as I turned away from him, left the shadows behind, and hurried toward the mansion.

• • •

Being early January, the holidays were officially over, but someone was a little slow about putting away the decorations. White twinkle lights were still wrapped around the thick columns that supported the sprawling, two-story, gray stone mansion, along with strands of illuminated snowflakes that glowed a pale blue. Still more lights and snowflakes curved over the stone archways and outlined all of the windows, which also had white velvet bows hanging in them.

New year, new targets for the Spider.

I crossed the wide lawn, stepped onto a stone patio, and hunkered down behind some lounge chairs that ringed the heated pool, staying as far away from the cheery glow of the holiday lights as I could get. Then I peered around the chairs and over at the mansion.

It was after ten o’clock, and lights burned in every room on the first floor. I spotted several servants moving back and forth, tidying up and doing their final chores for the night. Through the windows closest to me, I saw two women plucking red and green glass balls off a massive Christmas tree that took up most of that room.

I watched the women and some other servants work for a little while longer, but no one moved toward the windows and looked outside. No one had seen me approach, so I raised my gaze to a particular window on the second floor. Lights burned in that room too, but I didn’t spot anyone moving around inside. Excellent.

I glanced over my shoulder, but the guard was at the very back of the lawn now, several hundred feet from me, still playing his game. I wouldn’t get a better chance than this. I slid my knife up my sleeve so as to have both hands free. Then I surged to my feet, got a running start, leaped up, and grabbed hold of a trellis that was attached to the side of the building.

The wood creaked and groaned under my weight, more accustomed to holding up pretty roses than a deadly assassin, but the slats didn’t crack, and I felt safe enough to keep climbing. It took me only about ten seconds to scale the trellis, hook my leg onto the first-story roof, and pull myself up. I lay flat on my stomach for several seconds, listening, but no surprised shouts or alarms sounded. I also glanced at the guard again, but he was a murky, indistinct shape in the night. No one had seen my quick spider climb.

Even though lying on the cold roof chilled my body from head to toe, I held my position, once again reaching out with my magic. Just like the ones at the caretaker’s cottage, the stones of the mansion whispered of dark, malicious intent, along with blood, violence, pain, and death. The mutterings were much fainter here, more sloppy slurs than clear, distinct notes, as though the stones themselves had been thoroughly soaked in all the alcohol that their owner so famously imbibed. Still, I could pick out the lingering emotional vibrations from all the evil deeds that had been committed here over the years. Exactly what I would expect to find in the home of a member of the Circle.

Sadly, though, the stones’ mutterings weren’t as disturbing as those of many of the other places I’d been, and the noise certainly wasn’t going to stop me from completing my mission. So I got to my feet and hurried over to the window that I wanted, the same one I’d looked at earlier. After a quick glance through the glass to make sure the room was still empty, I reached out and tried the window, which slid up easily.

I waited a few seconds, but no alarms blared. I shook my head. You’d think that someone who was part of a decades-old criminal conspiracy would have enough common sense to lock the windows of his fancy mansion or at least order his staff to do it for him. But the mansion’s owner thought that he was well protected, anonymous, and untouchable, just like the rest of the Circle.

Well, they weren’t. Not anymore. Not from me.

I pushed aside the dangling white velvet bow, ducked down, and shimmied in through the open window, making sure to close it behind me. Then I turned and looked over the room.

The office was the inner sanctum of Damian Rivera, the first member of the Circle on my hit list. Several generations ago, the ancestors of Maria Rivera, Damian’s mother, had made a fortune in coal before selling off their mines and branching out into other areas. Maria herself had been big into real estate, buying and selling property all over Ashland and renovating crumbling old homes that she decked out with antique furniture and family heirlooms that she got for a song at estate sales.

Damian had definitely inherited his mother’s flair for both decorating and dramatic spaces. The office was enormous, taking up this entire side of the mansion. Dark brown leather chairs and couches filled the decidedly masculine area, along with tables covered with all sorts of expensive knickknacks. Porcelain vases, crystal figurines, wooden carvings, stone statues. All perfectly in place and all perfectly highlighted by the three gold-plated chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.

But the centerpiece of the office was an elaborate bar that took up one entire wall, complete with several red padded barstools lined up in front of it. A wide assortment of liquor bottles perched prettily on the wooden shelves behind the brass-railed bar, along with rows of gleaming glassware. I eyed the bottles, recognizing them all as being well out of my price range but fitting right in with the rest of the luxe furnishings. The air reeked of expensive floral cologne and even more expensive cigar smoke, adding to the feel of a gentlemen’s club. I had to wrinkle my nose to hold back a sneeze.

But I wasn’t here to gawk at the expensive furnishings, so I moved over to the desk in the back of the room near the window that I’d just slithered through. To my disappointment, the golden wood was spotless, as though it had never been touched, much less actually used, and not so much as a pen or a paper clip littered the smooth, shiny surface. Then again, I shouldn’t have been surprised. Damian Rivera didn’t have to do something as common as work. From what I knew of him, his favorite hobbies were drinking, smoking, shopping for antiques, and flitting from one woman to the next. Not necessarily in that order.

Still, I’d come here to search for information about the Circle, so I opened all the drawers and tapped all around the desk, looking for hidden compartments. But the drawers were empty, except for some stacks of cocktail napkins and paper coasters, and no secret hidey-holes were carved into the wood.

Strike one.

Since nothing was in the desk, I moved over to the bar, perusing the shelves underneath it and the wooden ones behind it. But all I found were more napkins and coasters, along with several sterling-silver martini shakers and other old-fashioned drink-making accoutrements.

Strike two.

Frustration surged through me, but I forced myself to stay calm and search the rest of the office. I ran my hands over all of the furniture, looking for any secret compartments. Examined all of the vases, carvings, and statues for false bottoms. Tapped on the walls, searching for hidden panels. I even rolled back the thick rugs and used my magic to listen to the flagstones, just in case a safe was hidden in the floor.

But there was nothing. No secret compartments, no hidden panels, no floor safes.

Strike three, and I was out.

My frustration mixed with disappointment, both burning through my veins like bitter acid. A couple of weeks ago, I’d found several safety-deposit boxes full of information on the Circle that Fletcher Lane, my mentor, had compiled. For some reason that I didn’t understand, Fletcher had only photos of the group’s members, but it had been simple enough for me to get their names, especially since many of them were such wealthy, prominent Ashland citizens.

I’d scouted several of the Circle members, and Damian Rivera proved to be the easiest target with the least amount of security. So I’d broken in here tonight in hopes of learning more about the group, especially the identity of the mystery man who headed the organization, the bastard who’d ordered my mother’s murder. But maybe there was a reason Rivera’s security was so lax. Maybe he wasn’t as important or as involved as I’d thought.

Still frustrated, I turned to the fireplace, which took up most of the wall across from the bar. Since any little bit of information could be important, I pulled out my phone and snapped shots of all the framed photos propped on the mantel, hoping that one of them might hold some small clue.

Not only did Damian Rivera love the finer things in life, but he also loved himself, since most of the photos were softly lit glamour shots showing off his wavy black hair, dark brown eyes, bronze skin, and startlingly white teeth. Rivera was in his prime, in his early thirties, and he was an exceptionally handsome man—and a thoroughly disgusting individual, even by Ashland’s admittedly low, low standards. Not only was he a trust-fund baby, living off his family’s wealth, never having worked a day in his life, but he’d also never faced any consequences for any of the despicable things he’d done.

And he had done plenty.

Silvio Sanchez, my personal assistant, had been looking into Rivera for only a few days, but he’d already found several arrests, mostly for DUIs, stretching all the way back to when Damian was a teenager. Rivera also had a violent temper and some serious anger-management issues. He’d beaten more than one girlfriend over the years, servants too, and had even put a couple of them in the hospital with broken bones and other serious injuries.

But all of that was nothing compared with the woman he’d killed.

One night during his college years, Rivera had gotten into his SUV and decided to see how fast he could drunkenly navigate Ashland’s mountain roads. He’d come around one curve, crossed the center line, and plowed head-on into a sedan being driven by a single mother of two. She died instantly, but Rivera walked away from the crash with only minor injuries. He never was charged in the woman’s death, thanks to his own mother, who pulled all the right strings and paid off all the right people to cover the whole thing up.

But Damian hadn’t learned his lesson. He hadn’t learned anything, since he’d been arrested for several more DUIs over the years, including his most recent offense on New Year’s Eve just a few days ago. Not that he would face any consequences for that one either. His mama was long dead, but Damian still had someone to clean up his messes: Bruce Porter, a dwarf who’d been the Rivera family’s head of security for years.

I stopped in front of a picture of Maria Rivera, a beautiful woman with long golden hair, brown eyes, and red lips. In the photo, she was smiling and standing between Damian and his father, Richard Rivera, with a dour-looking Bruce Porter hovering behind them in the distance. I raised my phone and snapped a shot of them—

“You’ve been in there a while now.” Finn’s voice sounded in my ear. “Does that mean you’ve finally found something good?”

“No,” I muttered. “Just a lot of liquor, antiques, and photos.”

“What kind of liquor?” Finn chirped with obvious interest. “Anything I would drink?”

I slid my phone into my jacket pocket and took a closer look at the rows of gleaming bottles behind the bar. “Oh, I think that you would drink them all, especially since Rivera’s tastes are even more expensive than yours. Why, you would cackle with glee if you could see all the spirits he has in here.”

“Well, why don’t you bring me a bottle or two so I can cackle in person?” Finn chirped again. “I might as well get something for standing out here in the cold.”

Even though he was in the woods outside and couldn’t see me, I still rolled my eyes. “I came here for information on the Circle. Not to pilfer Daddy’s booze like some naughty teenager.”

“You say potato, I say opportunity.”

I had started to respond when a faint creak sounded in the hallway outside, as though someone had stepped on a floorboard. I froze. The creak came again, louder and closer this time, and it was followed by something far, far worse: the distinctive snick of a key sliding in a lock.

“Let’s have a drink,” a faint, muffled voice said on the other side of the door.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/08daf3ca-2100-4da6-b7a9-b49c00256f0c 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.96 in 03 24.384 mm 08 0.594 lb 08 9.504 oz 08 269.43 gr 06 15 9781501142277 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282113 03 02 1668282119 03 9781668282113 14 19781668282110 15 9781668282113 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Stormswept</TitleText> 01 273882103 1 A01 Sabrina Jeffries Jeffries, Sabrina Sabrina Jeffries New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of several Regency-set historical romance series, including the Royal Brotherhood, the School for Heiresses, the Hellions of Halstead Hall, the Duke’s Men, and the Sinful Suitors. When she’s not writing in a coffee-fueled haze, she’s traveling with her husband, caring for her adult autistic son, or indulging in one of her passions: jigsaw puzzles, chocolate, music, and costume parties. With more than nine million books in print in twenty languages, the North Carolina author never regrets tossing aside a budding career in academics for the sheer joy of writing fun fiction and hopes that one day a book of hers will end up saving the world. She always dreams big.]]> Sabrina Jeffries writing as Deborah Martin 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC027070 10 FIC027050 10 FIC027000 20 best historical romance; new york times bestseller; sexy; romantic; lords; ladies; sizzling; love; best regency romance; best romance novels to read after watching bridgerton; what to read after watching bridgerton; regency era; julia quinn; stephanie laurens; england; elizabeth hoyt; suzanne enoch; candace camp; sinful suitors; the duke's men; the hellions of halstead hall series; the royal brotherhood; school for heiresses; aristocratic; sensual; medieval; friends to lovers; couple; lover; british; great britain; affair; courtship; royalty; woman; nobleman; hot; wedding; bride; countess; engagement; genre; jane; infidelity; friendship; sexual; widowed; heroine; duke; bodice ripper historical romance; firm beliefs; 18th century aristocracy 01 01 01 02 The New York Times bestselling author of the Regency Era romance series School for Heiresses reignites a daring love affair in this intriguing tale of desire and deception—originally written as Deborah Martin.

The first wedding night that Lady Juliana St. Albans spent with the dark and daring Rhys Vaughan was intoxicating, the heady culmination of her new husband’s driving hunger and her own awakened sensuality. When he mysteriously disappeared the next morning, she waited for him in hope and desperation. And when he was finally proclaimed dead in a shipwreck, she bitterly mourned the loss of her love.

The second wedding night that Juliana spent with Rhys Vaughan was six years later, after he returned to claim her just as she was about to wed another. This Rhys was different—bolder, harder, and convinced that she’d betrayed him. Only their blazing passion remains from their years apart. But is it enough to light their way through the maze of mystery, menace, and mistrust—to the love they once shared and would have to find again?]]> 13 02 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of several Regency-set historical romance series, including the Royal Brotherhood, the School for Heiresses, the Hellions of Halstead Hall, the Duke’s Men, and the Sinful Suitors. When she’s not writing in a coffee-fueled haze, she’s traveling with her husband, caring for her adult autistic son, or indulging in one of her passions: jigsaw puzzles, chocolate, music, and costume parties. With more than nine million books in print in twenty languages, the North Carolina author never regrets tossing aside a budding career in academics for the sheer joy of writing fun fiction and hopes that one day a book of hers will end up saving the world. She always dreams big.]]> 23 02

As sweet is your pose

As a riverbank rose

Or a posy where lily or lavender blows.

—HUW MORUS, “PRAISE OF A GIRL”

Juliana St. Albans gestured at the tall young man who stood stiff and sober before the crowded room. “Is that Rhys Vaughan?” He seemed different from the other Sons of Wales sitting in the basement of Gentlemen’s Bookshop in Carmarthen. “That can’t be him. He looks too quiet.”

Her Welsh lady’s maid, Lettice Johnes, snorted. “For what? Did you expect a hard-drinking, hard-boasting gambler like his late father, the squire?”

Juliana swept her gaze around the room. “I expected none of this.” In her naiveté, she’d thought to find serious young men discussing politics in earnest voices . . . not this rabble of hotheads.

“I don’t suppose you want to go home now?”

Lettice sounded so hopeful that Juliana had to smile. “Not after I went to all the trouble of dressing like a poor Welsh servant to follow you here.”

“I should never have told Morgan I would attend,” Lettice grumbled. “And I shouldn’t have let you stay once you showed up. He won’t be happy about that.”

“It’s not your fault. If your sweetheart wasn’t always so heedless of his surroundings when he courts you, I wouldn’t have overheard him mention the meeting.” And Rhys Vaughan’s part in it.

“Pray God none of the Sons of Wales recognize you. They’ll think you a spy, and Lord only knows how they’ll react.”

“No one will guess who I really am.” Juliana wore her simplest gown, a mob cap to cover her telltale red hair, and a Welsh shawl. It was the perfect disguise.

“If your father finds out you were here consorting with ‘those dirty Welsh,’ he’ll give you a thrashing. You’d best leave before you get into trouble.”

A pox on Lettice for always trying to tell her how to behave! At twenty-one, Juliana wasn’t a child anymore. Why, most women were already married, bearing children, and running households. Surely she was old enough to attend a late-night meeting of Welsh radicals.

“Will you stop haranguing me if I promise not to get caught?” Juliana snapped.

“This meeting won’t be the ‘romantic’ Welsh poetry and history you fancy. It’ll be rough men waving their arms and shouting about politics.”

“They’re not shouting now.”

“They will be, once Rhys Vaughan starts to speak his piece.”

Juliana glanced to where the squire’s son stood beside a burly shopkeeper, waiting for the meeting to begin. The men in the audience were scowling and making sarcastic comments as the squire’s son strove to ignore them.

“Why are they so hostile to him?” Juliana asked.

“The young Mr. Vaughan has been away a long time at university and on the Grand Tour. Since his father loved to talk of how the English would save Wales, this lot is suspicious of the son.”

“But children don’t always take after their parents.”

“Aye. Heaven knows you’re nothing like yours.” Lettice flashed her a speculative glance. “You came just to see Mr. Vaughan, didn’t you?”

Her maid was far too perceptive. “Of course. I wanted to hear his lecture. He’s speaking about the Welsh language, isn’t he?”

“Aye, but that’s not why you’re curious. After what your father did to the Vaughans, you want to see what the son is like. So what do you think of the man whose inheritance your father stole?”

Juliana stiffened. “Papa didn’t steal Llynwydd. Squire Vaughan was a profligate man who lost his estate through his own recklessness. He shouldn’t have played cards at such high stakes if he hadn’t been prepared to lose.”

“Perhaps. And perhaps your father shouldn’t have agreed to such high stakes. A man’s estate is his life.” Lettice leaned closer. “Some claim the squire was drunk when he made that bet. And some claim your father cheated, in his eagerness to get a fine estate to use as your dowry.”

Juliana winced. “I don’t care what the gossips say. Papa won that estate fairly.”

“Then why deed it to you? Fathers don’t generally give their daughters ownership of their dowry properties, especially when the family’s finances are strained. He wants to protect Llynwydd from whoever might challenge his claim.”

“That’s not true.” Papa had only been trying to secure Llynwydd for her so Darcy couldn’t appropriate it for himself after Papa died. “But I’m sorry the squire’s son has no more inheritance now.”

“Aye, and no father, either.”

Guilt assailed Juliana. The squire had killed himself after losing his estate. And all because of what Papa had done to protect her.

She’d come here hoping to find Mr. Vaughan to be as much a profligate as his father, someone she could despise. Instead, she found a sober fellow too serious for his age.

And far too handsome. He had an unblemished brow, a determined mouth, and the strong jaw of a man of character. He didn’t look much older than she, yet unlike other young men, he didn’t fidget or shift from foot to foot like an impatient heron. His regal reserve and arrogant stance obviously came from good breeding. Like Darcy, he exuded confidence. His neat clothing wasn’t extravagant, but it was certainly finer than that of the others.

Yet he shockingly wore no wig. Like a common Welsh laborer, he kept his lustrous black hair tied back in a queue. And his eyes were all passion and fire . . . blue and wild and fierce, like the crashing waters of the Welsh sea.

He must have sensed her watching him, for he turned his gaze to her. She caught her breath, afraid he might see through her flimsy disguise. But when he gave her the barest half-smile and his gaze moved on, her breath whooshed out of her.

He wasn’t at all like other men of rank she knew, who were cold and lackluster even when they smiled at her. Like King Arthur, Mr. Vaughan thrummed with power. Arthur had been Welsh, too, a scholar and not a warrior. She could almost envision Mr. Vaughan admonishing his knights to uphold the ideals of the realm.

Oh bother! As usual, she was making everything romantic. Rhys Vaughan wasn’t an Arthur, and certainly not a king.

“There he is, the devil,” Lettice muttered.

Juliana looked over to see Morgan Pennant coming down the row toward them. The handsome printer in his thirties always smelled of ink and paper. Men generally trailed after Lettice like lapdogs, but only Mr. Pennant had captured the maid’s affections. Unfortunately, his involvement with the Sons of Wales had forced her to keep her courtship secret. But she hadn’t been able to keep it from Juliana’s curious eyes.

As Mr. Pennant sat down beside Lettice, he laid a proprietary hand on hers, then leaned forward to see who her companion was. When he caught sight of Juliana his smile faded, and he shot Lettice a quizzical glance. “What’s she doing here? ’Tisn’t a place for an English girl.”

“She followed me after she heard you invite me. You did say Mr. Vaughan would be talking about reviving the Welsh language.” Lettice shrugged. “Once she was here, I couldn’t send her home alone, could I?”

“I don’t like it,” Mr. Pennant grumbled.

Lettice patted his hand. “You needn’t fear that she’ll speak of it to anyone.”

“I know.” Mr. Pennant glanced over at Juliana, who was trying to look as innocent as possible. “I’m more concerned for her safety. You mustn’t let Vaughan know who she is.”

“Certainly not,” Lettice said.

The crowd’s gabbling increased as the shopkeeper stepped forward to the podium, and said in Welsh, “Today we are privileged to have with us Mr. Rhys Vaughan, son of our own Squire Vaughan.”

“Aye,” called someone from the crowd, “the great Squire Vaughan.” The sarcastic tone drew laughter from the crowd.

The shopkeeper went on, reciting Mr. Vaughan’s affiliation with the Gwyneddigion Society, a well-known London group supporting Welsh causes, but the crowd grew only more hostile.

Juliana couldn’t keep her eyes off Mr. Vaughan’s hardening features. The poor man! When he scanned the crowd, a dark scowl beetling his forehead, she waited until his eyes met hers again, then flashed him an encouraging smile. His eyes widened, then became unnervingly direct.

As she continued to smile at him, some of the sternness left his face. He kept his gaze trained on her even as he took his place behind the podium. There, he laid out his notes and drew a deep breath. “Good day. I’m very pleased to be here.”

As low, angry mutters punctuated the tense silence, his expression grew grim. He surveyed the room, pausing at her, and once more, she gave him a reassuring smile.

“I am a man without a country. As are all of you.” Rich and resonant as thunder in the mountains, his voice raised goose bumps on her skin. “And why is that?” He paused. “Not because England holds us captive to strange laws. And not even because the cloak of the English church sits poorly on our shoulders. Nay, we’re without a country because our language has been stolen.”

A fervent energy lit his face as he warmed to his subject, and he shook a sheaf of legal papers. “When you go to sell your cattle, what language is your bill of sale written in?”

While he waited for an answer, she held her breath. Then a man called out, “English.”

Mr. Vaughan smiled coldly. “Aye. And when you choose a book of verse from the lending library, what language is it written in, more often than not?”

“English! ” cried a few men in unison. They’d begun to sense his sincerity. Looks of concentration replaced their scowls.

His voice hardened. “And when you stand before the Court of Quarter Sessions to defend yourself for breaking their laws, what language do they use to condemn you?”

“English! ” several shouted.

He nodded, waiting for the noise to subside. “English. Neither our mother tongue nor the tongue of our forefathers, but a bastard language thrust upon us against our will.” He scanned the room. “You may wonder why I talk of language at a political meeting. You may think it doesn’t matter what the squires and judges speak, as long as good, honest Welsh is still used in the streets.”

He dropped his voice. “But how many Welsh in Carmarthen no longer speak their native tongue?” Leaning forward, he said in confidential tones, “I myself was sent to England, first to Eton and then to Oxford, because my father believed the English were our saviors and would give us a say in their government as long as we followed their rules and spoke their language.”

He slammed his fist down on the podium. “By thunder, he was wrong! And he died because he believed in the English! ”

The ring of pain in his voice made Juliana wince. But she wouldn’t shrink from the words of this fierce-eyed Welshman. He spoke the truth, even if it was painful to hear.

“My father died,” Mr. Vaughan went on in a voice soft as a whisper, “because he’d lost his country . . . and his language.” Every man in the room hung on his words, emotion glistening in their eyes. “And when he wrote his dying words, do you know what language he wrote them in?”

“English,” came the murmur from the crowd, following the ebb and flow of his voice as if they were one with him.

“Aye. English.” He gripped the edges of the podium. “How long before the Welsh tongue is a quaint memory, like the fading memory of Welsh conquests? How long before we are nothing more than an English county, with an English heart and an English soul?”

Many in the crowd nodded.

His voice rose to a clarion ring. “I say that a man without his own voice is a slave! I say that when the English take away the red dragon’s fiery tongue, they take away his power! ” He paused, his expression dark and earnest. “Will you let that happen, my countrymen?”

“Nay! ” the crowd cried as one.

“Will you let them trample our identity into the dust?”

“Nay! ” They shook their fists.

He smiled, his audience in the palm of his hand. When his next words came, they were quiet and more powerful than any ranting. “Then we must follow the example of our companions in America.”

Several gasps pierced the air. Many in Wales sympathized with the colonists, but plenty also opposed their rebellion. Juliana had heard her father argue many times that the American revolt would only end in a loss of men and wealth for everyone. Talking about it in glowing terms was seditious.

Mr. Vaughan held up a pamphlet. “Some of you have heard of our countryman Richard Price, who writes on the American war. In his Observations on the Nature of Civil Liberty, he says the natural rights of men should prevail over English law.” He paused. “I agree with him. It’s time to found a Wales governed by all the people—not just a few squires.”

That was met by stunned silence.

“The American Declaration of Independence states, ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.’ Yet here in England, Welshmen are far less than equal to their English lords.”

“Aye! ” cried voices from the crowd.

“We, too, want equality! ” he shouted.

“Equality! ” they shouted in return.

Lettice rose. “And at what price? My grandfather fought the English, and he died for it. Thanks to him, my family lost everything. Is that what you and your friends want? Do you wish your wives and sisters and children to starve for the cause of equality, while you and your brave friends fight a futile battle?”

When everyone gaped at her, Juliana waited for Mr. Vaughan to mock Lettice’s womanly concerns as Papa and Darcy would have done. But Mr. Vaughan settled his disquieting gaze on Lettice and smiled. “I believe, Miss Johnes, that though it may cost some lives, this isn’t a futile battle. I believe we can succeed.”

Lettice wasn’t appeased. “Every man thinks that, but many fail. Then we women are left holding the country together without our men! ”

Before Mr. Vaughan could answer, a voice piped up in back. “If ye need a man, Lettice, I’ll be glad to satisfy ye. Come by the shop anytime! ”

“You wouldn’t know what to do with me if you had me! ” Lettice retorted.

“Never know until you try! ” called another raucous male voice. Mr. Pennant cast the man a vicious glance and half rose in his seat.

Mr. Vaughan pounded the podium. “Enough! ”

The crowd quieted.

“Miss Johnes asked a legitimate question. All I can say is, this cause will eventually bring better things for all of Wales, women and children included. And isn’t that worth the cost?” He held up the pamphlet. “Mr. Price thinks that it is. But don’t take my word for it. You must read his essay yourself.”

How smoothly Mr. Vaughan had led the conversation out of dangerous waters. A pity he hadn’t further addressed Lettice’s statements. Why weren’t women’s wishes considered whenever men went to fight for their causes?

Mr. Vaughan drew several pamphlets from a box and waved them before the crowd. “Hitherto, Price’s essay has only been available in English, but I’ve translated it into Welsh. Here are printed copies, along with a work by Price’s friend Thomas Paine. I’ve brought pamphlets for all.”

The crowd nodded their approval. Political writings were rarely made available in Welsh, and certainly not writings on such controversial topics.

Mr. Vaughan was already handing out pamphlets. “Take as many as you like,” he urged. “Read them. Think about them. Then think about your country. It’s time the Welsh understand why the colonists are fighting English oppression. And why we should do so as well.”

People grabbed at them, pushing and shoving to get copies. “There’s more in the front,” Mr. Vaughan declared.

The disorderly crowd completely disintegrated as some people rushed forward to stuff their pockets with the pamphlets, while others gathered to whisper, cautious of approaching the seditious materials. Mr. Pennant neared the front as well.

“I wonder how Mr. Vaughan managed this,” Lettice whispered to Juliana. “No local printer with any sense would have risked printing it.”

“Perhaps the owner of this bookshop has a connection to one in London? It couldn’t be Mr. Pennant. He’s going up to get one for himself.”

“Hmm.” Lettice scowled. “That could also mean he’s trying to hide his involvement. And he’d certainly qualify. He’s local and he has no sense. He’s also well-acquainted with Mr. Vaughan, but I swear I’ll have his head if he did something so dangerous.” Lettice set her shoulders. “I’m going to ask him. You stay here, all right? I’ll be back in a moment, and then we’ll leave.”

Juliana nodded as Lettice slid into the aisle without waiting for an answer. Shrinking into her corner, Juliana watched people surge from their seats.

Unfortunately, Mr. Vaughan was moving through the crowd toward her, shaking a hand here and speaking a word there. His frequent glances at her warned her of his intention to waylay her. She searched for Lettice, but the maid was arguing with Mr. Pennant at the far end of the room.

Dear heaven. Juliana had best avoid Mr. Vaughan. But as she reached the end of the aisle, he did, too, and blocked her exit.

Clearing his throat, he thrust a pamphlet at her. “Would you like one?”

She swallowed, waiting for him to notice the quality of her clothing and denounce her. But when he merely pressed the pamphlet upon her, she took it.

As she did, his fingers brushed hers. The brief contact made her feel suddenly warm in the damp cold of the basement. Stuffing the pamphlet under her arm, she dropped her gaze. “Th-thank you,” she said in Welsh, praying that her accent would pass muster.

He flashed her a smile. “Would you tell Miss Johnes I’m sorry for the other men’s insulting remarks?”

“Yes.”

She tried to slide past him, but he caught her arm. “I hope you didn’t take offense.”

“Of course not. But I must go home.”

He released her, only to follow her down the aisle. “Why so soon? Miss Johnes is staying. Can’t you?”

By that time, she’d reached the door. She passed into a dimly lit hall and headed for the stairs, shaking her head.

Once more he caught her arm. “Here now, I think you’ve been lying to me.”

Her heart hammering in her chest, she lifted her face to his. He didn’t appear angry, but she couldn’t be sure in the faint light. “What do you mean?”

“I think you did take offense at what the men said, else you wouldn’t run off so soon.”

Relief flooded her and she forced a smile. “I promise their words gave me no offense. Now please excuse me—”

She headed up the stairs, but he hurried to block her way once more, halting a step above her. “Then perhaps ’tis my speeches driving you off.”

“Oh, no! You were wonderful! ” Then she groaned. That wasn’t the way to escape him.

A blazing grin transformed his serious features. “Thank you.” Taking her hand, he rubbed his thumb over the knuckles, making her short of breath. He stared down at her hand, seemingly at a loss for words. But when she tried to pull free, he said, “You know, ’twas you who helped me speak so well. Everyone else seemed determined to dislike me, but every time you smiled, I felt welcomed. You had such sympathy in your expression that it emboldened me.”

She blushed. Papa always chastised her for being too familiar with people, but she couldn’t help it. Occasionally someone just captured her interest.

“If you don’t mind my asking,” he went on, “what is your name?”

“M-my name?”

Her distress seemed to amuse him. “Yes, your name.”

Dear heaven. She looked beyond him for Lettice, but the hallway in which they stood was empty. Everyone else was still inside.

“Is it so difficult a question to answer?”

She stared down at the tapered fingers that held fast to hers, like ropes mooring the ships at the docks of the Towy. How was she to set herself adrift of him? “I must go, sir.”

A mock frown creased his forehead. “ ‘Let her who was asked and refused him, beware! ’ ”

Her caution was momentarily forgotten. “Why, that’s Huw Morus’s ‘Praise of a Girl’! ”

“You know of Morus?”

“Of course! ” Enthusiasm spilled into her voice. “He’s one of my favorite poets, and that’s my favorite poem by him. I have every line memorized. Let me think . . . what is the rest?”

When she bit her lip in concentration, his voice dropped into an enticing rhythm, “ ‘Give a kiss and good grace / And pardon to trace, / And purity too, in your faultless face.’ ”

“Oh . . . yes.” Too late, she remembered the words . . . and their inappropriateness. The color rose in her cheeks.

His thumb traced circles on the back of her hand. “I think he wrote the words just for you.”

She tried for a light tone. “Hardly. Morus died before I was born.”

He laughed. “For a servant, you’re quite a scholar.”

Bother, she’d forgotten her role! And if she stood here like a goose much longer, letting him say such adorable things, she’d give everything away. “That shows how little you know about servants.”

“I know you have beautiful eyes, like rare emeralds winking in the sun. Poets write paeans to eyes like yours.”

Why must he be as silvery-tongued as all those poets? “You shouldn’t say such things to me.”

Now his fingers stroked her palm, sending strange shivers up her arms. “Why not? Have you a husband?”

“Nay, but—”

“A sweetheart?”

She shook her head. Then seizing on the only thing she could think of, she said, “I’m not worthy of your attentions. Please, I must go.”

But her words seemed only to hearten him. “Nonsense.” He descended to her step, putting him so close she could feel his warm breath on her forehead. “I don’t care if you’re a servant. Since I have no estate, it scarcely matters. So perhaps I’m unworthy of you. At least you do honest labor, while I am still finding my place in the world.”

His self-doubt tugged at her heart. “But you have found your place in the world, don’t you see? You show people the truth. That’s important.”

Satisfaction glimmered in his eyes. “Do you find it important, my nameless friend?”

His nearness was crumbling her resolve. “Yes.”

“You are my friend, aren’t you?”

“Yes.”

He drew her toward him. “Good, I can use a friend these days.” His eyes searched hers. “ ‘Give a heart that’s alight / With kindly delight, / Gentleness, faithfulness, and we’ll do right.’ ”

Before she could even register the next verse of Morus’s poem, Mr. Vaughan was lowering his head. Then he pressed his mouth to hers.

At first she was too shocked by the intimacy to move. No one had ever touched her like this. No one had ever been permitted to touch her like this. It was the utmost affront to her dignity. And the utmost excitement of her life.

Instinctively, she closed her eyes, wondering if Arthur had kissed Guinevere in this manner. But as Mr. Vaughan moved his lips over hers in a tantalizing rhythm, even those thoughts disintegrated.

When she made a sound deep in her throat, he caught her about the waist, forcing her to clutch his shoulders to keep from falling. The movement brought her flush against him, her skirt crushed between them, and she felt sure he could hear her heart pound madly in her chest.

He kept kissing her, scattering thrills through her body like a ploughman sowing seeds. His mouth was soft and coaxing at first, a mere breath against hers. But as he prolonged the kiss, he shaped her mouth to his with more insistence until she went utterly limp.

“My lady! ” came a sharp voice in English. “Juliana! Stop that at once! ”

Hearing Lettice’s voice was like hearing the voice of God descend from the heavens. With a gasp, Juliana jerked back from Mr. Vaughan and turned a guilty face to Lettice, who had pushed through the crowd into the hall, followed by Mr. Pennant.

Mr. Vaughan ignored them to smile at her. “At last I know your name.”

Then Lettice was beside her. “Come,” she said, pulling Juliana away from Mr. Vaughan. “We must go home.”

“No, stay! ” Mr. Vaughan called out.

As Lettice dragged her up the steps, Juliana looked back at him regretfully. “I’m sorry, Mr. Vaughan. I told you I had to go.”

Lettice paused at the top to shove Juliana behind her and glare down at him. “You’re a fine man, and I wish you luck, but Juliana is not for you! ”

Mr. Vaughan’s eyes blazed as he took a step up. “Why not?”

“It’s better to let the women leave,” Mr. Pennant said as Lettice thrust Juliana out the door and into the street.

“I knew something dreadful would happen if I let you stay.” Lettice broke into a quick stride, still clasping Juliana’s arm. “You must not have told him who you were, or he wouldn’t have been putting his hands on you like that.”

“I tried to get away from him, truly I did. But he was so . . . so . . .” Wonderful. “He quoted Huw Morus to me. He quoted ‘Praise of a Girl.’ ”

“Aye, I’ll bet he did. He’s smooth as a fine brandy, that one. But brandy also has a bite, and so does he. That squire’s son isn’t what you need.”

Juliana tipped up her chin. “It was merely a kiss.” The only kiss she’d ever had, and it had stripped her youth from her in one clean swipe.

“Juliana! ” came a shout from behind them. Mr. Vaughan had broken free of Mr. Pennant.

Instinctively Juliana turned, but Lettice yanked her forward. “Don’t look back. You’ll only encourage him.”

Juliana choked off her protest. Lettice was right. Rhys Vaughan might speak like an angel and kiss like someone out of a Welsh myth, but the minute he found out who she was, he’d spurn her. Better to get the pain over with now, before she let herself hope too much.

So when he called her name the second time, she kept walking and didn’t look back.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/06ef7c5b-9097-407b-a35c-b49c00257510 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.619 lb 08 9.904 oz 08 280.77 gr 06 15 9781451665543 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282182 03 02 1668282186 03 9781668282182 14 19781668282189 15 9781668282182 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Star Trek: Voyager <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Architects of Infinity</TitleText> 01 145785164 1 A01 Kirsten Beyer Beyer, Kirsten Kirsten Beyer Star Trek: Picard, where she served as writer and supervising producer for season one and a coexecutive producer for season two. She has also written and produced Star Trek: Discovery and is currently a coexecutive producer on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. She is the New York Times bestselling author of the last ten Star Trek: Voyager novels, including 2020’s To Lose the Earth, for which she was the narrator of the audiobook edition. She contributed the short story “Isabo’s Shirt” to Star Trek: Voyager: Distant Shores Anthology. In 2006, Kirsten appeared at Hollywood’s Unknown Theater in their productions of Johnson Over Jordan, This Old Planet, and Harold Pinter’s The Hothouse, which the Los Angeles Times called “unmissable.” She lives in Los Angeles.]]> Kirsten Beyer 01 eng 400 00 400 03 FIC028010 FL 2.1 10 FIC028050 10 FIC028090 12 FJ 20 star trek; movie; new star trek; star trek discovery; discovery; 50th anniversary; department of temporal investigations; final frontier; federation; united federation of planets; starfleet; the original series; the next generation; deep space nine; voyager; enterprise; the motion picture; the wrath of khan; the search for spock; the voyage home; the undiscovered country; generations; first contact; insurrection; nemesis; into darkness; star trek beyond; james t. kirk; spock; mccoy; scotty; sulu; uhura; chekov; jean-luc picard; picard; william riker; data; worf; beverly crusher; wesley crusher; geordi laforge; deanna troi; guinan; uss enterprise; ten forward; holodeck; ready room; borg; alpha quadrant; delta quadrant; locutus; ferengi; klingon; romulan; breen; typhon pact; phaser; stun; photon torpedo; warp; warp speed; space; these are the voyages; boldy go; where no one has gone before; where no man has gone before; andorian; benjamin sisko; kira; odo; quark; nog; miles o'brien; garak; jake sisko; the dominion; gamma quadrant; wormhole; cardassian; cardassia; defiant; dax; jadzia dax; ezri dax; jonathan archer; t'pol; strange new worlds; kathyrn janeway; chakotay; seven; seven of nine; beam me up; beam me up scotty; j.j. abrams; christopher pike; the cage 93 FLR 93 FLW 93 FLS 93 FLU 01 01 01 02 An original novel set in the universe of Star Trek: Voyager, from the New York Times bestselling author!

As the Federation Starship Voyager continues to lead the Full Circle Fleet in its exploration of the Delta Quadrant, Admiral Kathryn Janeway remains concerned about the Krenim Imperium and its ability to rewrite time to suit its whims. At Captain Chakotay's suggestion, however, she orders the fleet to focus its attention on a unique planet in a binary system, where a new element has been discovered. Several biospheres exist on this otherwise uninhabitable world, each containing different atmospheres and features that argue other sentient beings once resided on the surface. Janeway hopes that digging into an old-fashioned scientific mystery will lift the crews' morale, but she soon realizes that the secrets buried on this world may be part of a much larger puzzle—one that points to the existence of a species whose power to reshape the galaxy might dwarf that of the Krenim.

Meanwhile, Lieutenants Nancy Conlon and Harry Kim continue to struggle with the choices related to Conlon’s degenerative condition. Full Circle’s medical staff discovers a potential solution, but complications will force a fellow officer to confront her people’s troubled past and her own future in ways she never imagined…

™, ®, & © 2018 CBS Studios, Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios, Inc. All Rights Reserved.]]> 13 02 Star Trek: Picard, where she served as writer and supervising producer for season one and a coexecutive producer for season two. She has also written and produced Star Trek: Discovery and is currently a coexecutive producer on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. She is the New York Times bestselling author of the last ten Star Trek: Voyager novels, including 2020’s To Lose the Earth, for which she was the narrator of the audiobook edition. She contributed the short story “Isabo’s Shirt” to Star Trek: Voyager: Distant Shores Anthology. In 2006, Kirsten appeared at Hollywood’s Unknown Theater in their productions of Johnson Over Jordan, This Old Planet, and Harold Pinter’s The Hothouse, which the Los Angeles Times called “unmissable.” She lives in Los Angeles.]]> 23 02 You don’t believe in lying?”

“Waste of time.”

“Even to spare someone’s feelings?”

Ensign Aytar Gwyn shrugged. “How is that helpful? If you don’t respect someone enough to be honest with them, why say anything?”

Lieutenant Devi Patel paused momentarily over the samples she was analyzing at the shuttle’s small science station. “Last week you told Gaines Aubrey to his face that you were celibate. That was a lie.”

“Not right then, it wasn’t.”

“You’ve bunked it with half the fleet in the last year. What was so objectionable about poor Gaines?”

“If you don’t know, then you should give it a go, Devi. Clearly he’s lonely.”

“Awa—tea- to Va— -ise.”

Gwyn, who had brought the shuttle into orbit around this uninhabited rock on Lieutenant Harry Kim’s orders was now maintaining orbit, while monitoring his and Seven’s life signs. She tweaked the automated gain control in the comm system’s signal quantizer to clear up Kim’s transmission. “What can we do for you, Lieutenant Kim?”

“You can start by observing proper comm protocol, Ensign,” Kim replied abruptly.

Gwyn turned to Patel, hoping to find a kindred spirit in her annoyance. The science officer’s tight lips and wide eyes implored Gwyn to take Kim’s admonishment seriously and adjust her attitude accordingly. Gwyn rolled her eyes before responding. “Of course, sir. I apologize. Lieutenant Patel has almost completed her analysis of samples . . .”

“Sixteen through twenty,” Patel interjected quickly.

“And?” Kim demanded.

“All five samples confirm prior readings and Seven’s hypothesis, Lieutenant,” Patel continued. “There are two distinct isotopes present, but the atomic weight indicates a previously undetected, super-heavy—”

“I’ll be damned,” Kim cut her off, clearly pleased.

“We’ve also noted the unexpected molecular structure and the presence of several other more common elements and isotopes.”

“Any idea if they are simply the product of decay?”

“Not yet, sir. We’re going to have to analyze them further when we get back to Voyager.” After a moment Patel asked, “Do you know what you’re going to call it?”

“We should give that some serious thought,” Kim replied. “It’s a brand-new element, after all.”

Gwyn tapped the comm channel to momentarily silence the shuttle’s transmitter and said to Patel, “A week of holodeck privileges says it ends up being named Sevenofninonium.”

Patel stifled a laugh. Gwyn was moving to restore the open comm channel when Seven’s voice echoed throughout the shuttle. “Unlikely, Ensign Gwyn, but we will pass your recommendation along to the Federation Division of Applied Chemistry.”

Panic struck the pilot’s gut. Double-checking the controls, she realized that she hadn’t actually closed the channel from her end. She had unintentionally increased the signal strength. So Seven had heard the joke.

Gwyn shook her head in frustration at her mistake. She’d felt a little off her game for days now; ever since the fleet had departed the system containing the planet Sormana. Apparently this afternoon was not going to be a significant improvement in that department.

To Gwyn’s surprise, Kim refrained from chastising her further. “We’ll be ready to transport back shortly. Away team out.”

Only then did Patel say, “Thanks, Gwyn. You almost got both of us on report. Push it much?”

Gwyn sighed. “I don’t think Seven was offended. I’m not sure it’s even possible to offend her. And Kim has been in a crap mood for weeks. Nothing I do or say is going to change that. It’s not my fault, or yours. But just because his life is hard right now doesn’t mean the rest of us have to cover our faces with chiicsel, rub sorgh in our hair, and wear black mealtisa wraps.”

“Yes, observing full Kriosian mourning might be taking things too far. But common courtesy, not going out of your way to tick him off would be a good idea.”

“The Sevenofninonium thing was not out of the way. It was right there in front of both of us. Somebody had to say it.”

Patel smirked in spite of herself. “Of course a former Borg, now Caeliar-catomic enhanced mission specialist who just happens to look like a cross between a Grecian, Thettin, and Hyliat goddess would be the one to discover a brand-new element.”

“Naturally,” Gwyn agreed.

“How many times has she single-handedly saved the universe?” Patel asked.

“I stopped counting after the fifth . . . or was it sixth time?” Gwyn asked. “Just don’t be bitter because she’s beautiful, Devi. That’s beneath you.”

“Oh, I’m not. I’m bitter because despite the fact that she never even attended Starfleet Academy, has never accepted a Starfleet commission, has no official rank or the attendant privileges, she is and will always be the first person on Voyager that Captain Chakotay looks to whenever the solution to any science issue isn’t already displayed on his terminal.”

“As opposed to?” Gwyn asked.

“His actual senior science officer,” Patel replied, punching Gwyn in the upper arm.

“Ow. I know. I was just teasing,” Gwyn said, automatically applying pressure with her free hand. “That hurt.”

“Sorry,” Patel said, but clearly wasn’t.

“You know, if you get your ass out there and discover a brand-new element yourself, maybe that’ll change,” Gwynn suggested.

Patel finished stowing the portable magnetic particle imager and flopped down in the navigator’s chair beside Gwyn. “No, it won’t,” she said seriously.

Gwyn’s eyes met Devi’s in silent commiseration. Several of Voyager’s senior officers, including Captain Chakotay, Commanders Tom Paris and B’Elanna Torres, and Lieutenant Harry Kim, had spent years together traveling through the Delta Quadrant in a valiant attempt to return home after an alien technology had flung them to the far end of the galaxy on their maiden trek. Seven of Nine (Tertiary Adjunct to Unimatrix 01), née Annika Hansen, now simply Seven, had joined them roughly halfway through during one of many terrifying encounters between Voyager and the Borg. Those years had forged a unique bond between the men and women who had shared them.

Gwyn wasn’t sure she would have sacrificed seven years cut off from the Federation and Starfleet’s resources, braving unknown space and hostile species, in order to join that exclusive club. But she couldn’t deny the power of it, or the fact that it made life and duty harder for those who transferred to Voyager any time after they returned to the Alpha Quadrant.

Patel had been on board since their first refit as Captain Chakotay’s science officer for almost three years before Seven rejoined the crew as a mission specialist, but as soon as the former Borg had returned, she had become Chakotay’s go-to resource the minute things got tricky. Gwyn didn’t believe the captain doubted Devi or her abilities. But Seven was, and always would be, Seven. She was one of the captain’s oldest and closest friends, and she was inarguably brilliant. Neither Devi nor anyone else would ever be able to compete with that, and they shouldn’t try. Like Gwyn, she should just keep her head down and her record clean and look forward to the day when she would find herself aboard a more traditional Starfleet vessel where rank and experience mattered more than personal relationships. No matter how much she, or Patel, or any of the other new faces among the Full Circle Fleet might wish otherwise, they were never going to join the ranks of Voyager’s inner circle and it was “effort after folly,” as Gwyn’s mother used to say, to wish otherwise.

“You’ve got a little less than two years left on this mission, Devi,” Gwyn said. “That’s plenty of time to prove to the captain that you are every bit as brilliant, resourceful, and necessary as Seven.”

Patel studied Gwyn’s face for a long moment. “That’s why you don’t lie,” she finally said. “You’re terrible at it.”

“I really am,” Gwyn acknowledged. “My mother used to know the split second she saw my face. I never even had to say a word.”

The young science officer shifted her gaze to the shuttle’s-eye view of the planet beneath them. From orbit, most of the surface was reddish brown and decidedly inhospitable at first glance.

“What do you think is wrong with Kim?” Patel finally asked.

“Hard to say. But if I had to place latinum on it, I’d bet it has something to do with Lieutenant Conlon’s transfer to Galen.”

“I don’t know. I could never really tell if they were serious about each other.”

Gwyn tossed a dubious glance in Patel’s direction. “No?”

Patel shook her head in response.

“Come to think of it, Devi, you and Aubrey should definitely have dinner. You’re perfect for each other.”

“Why?”

“You’re both absolutely clueless when the subject is anything we weren’t tested on at the Academy.”

After a stunned moment, Patel said, “Should I take your honesty as evidence of how much you respect me?”

“Yes.”

“I’m done talking to you now.”

“For how long?”

“At least until we get back to Voyager.”

“That’s going to be a whole day.”

“Yes, it is.”

“Starting when?”

Patel busied herself making notations on her padd.

“Now?”

Silence.

“Really?”

Longer silence.

Gwyn sighed. Definitely still off my game.
SURFACE, UNNAMED CIRCUMBINARY PLANET
Lieutenant Harry Kim stood waist-deep in fine, grasslike blades that covered the ground as far as the eye could see. The delicate stalks were a fluffy white, and sticky bits were deposited in generous amounts on his black uniform pants everywhere they had touched the alien flora.

The unending field was an illusion. Kim was actually fifty-one kilometers from dead center of a biodome, a spherical energy field constructed by unknown hands and sustained by awfully impressive alien technology. This biodome and forty-six others like it were the only habitable regions on this unnamed planet located in one of many sectors of the Delta Quadrant that used to belong to the Borg.

Despite the extraordinary characteristics of the biodome, Kim had spent the better part of this day studying the construct before him. Almost eight meters tall, and fourteen deep in certain sections, it resembled dozens of discrete interwoven tendrils bursting forth from the ground. Each one varied in length and thickness and there was no pattern to their plaiting. But, like many transcendent sculptural pieces, there was a sense of motion to it, an undulating quality even in its absolute stillness that was mesmerizing.

It was also no longer intact. Some of the “vines” had been broken off haphazardly. There were large chunks missing from others. What might have once been an upper section lay on its side several dozen meters away, all but buried in the white grass.

Neither the dome nor the magnificent sculptural properties of the construct interested Seven in the least. She had come with one goal; to remove samples of what Patel had just identified as a previously unknown element. Now that the heavy lifting was done and Lieutenant Patel had confirmed what Seven had believed to be true since her astrometric sensors had completed deep scans on the unusual planet located just outside the binary system’s habitable zone, Kim should have been more than ready to return to the shuttle.

He wasn’t.

Captain Chakotay was going to be thrilled with their report. Eliciting this reaction from the captain as often as possible was very near the top of Kim’s priorities these days. Chakotay said he had forgiven his security and tactical chief for the lapses in judgment that occurred during their last mission, especially now that the causes of those transgressions were clearly understood.

Kim could not say the same for himself.

Days like this one, filled with purpose and discovery, were the only things standing between Kim and the abyss. He was grateful for it and not at all looking forward to its conclusion or the shuttle journey to rendezvous with Voyager that lay ahead of his team. Gwyn would remain just this side of professional, but only just. She had been the greenest of ensigns when the fleet launched a little over a year ago, and while proving herself time and again to be a fantastic pilot—worthy of filling Tom Paris’s seat at Voyager’s helm—her sense of decorum still needed work.

Patel could be professional to a fault. Sometimes Kim found it hard to believe she wasn’t Vulcan. Her sense of propriety and stoic demeanor, even her fine black hair and severe cut, reminded him of several Vulcan officers with whom Kim had served. Patel was human. She just didn’t seem to want anyone to notice it.

And Seven would be . . . Seven. She would spend her time running calculations and planning experiments to run with her Sevenofninonium. Thanks to Ensign Gwyn, Kim was never going to be able to think of the new element as anything else now, no matter what the Federation officials tasked with naming such discoveries eventually decided to designate it.

Which would leave Kim alone with his thoughts; literally the last place he wanted to be right now.

His musings were interrupted by Seven. “I have completed my final scans, Lieutenant. Shall we signal the shuttle for transport?”

“Are you sure you don’t want to check out any of the other biodomes?” Kim asked, even though he knew what her answer would likely be.

“The odds are extremely low that you and I have seen the last of this world. Captain Chakotay will most certainly wish to investigate further.”

“So that’s a no?” Kim asked, half teasing.

In her early years as part of Voyager’s crew, Seven would have let the comment pass and simply signaled the shuttle. Now, she affixed her tricorder to her belt and said, “We have not, however, taken any visual readings of the edges of this biodome. The nearest one is less than a kilometer south-southeast of this position.”

Kim was oddly touched by her simple gesture. There was no need to visually inspect the edge of the dome. There was little to be learned that their shuttle’s sensors couldn’t tell them. Seven knew that. She was reaching, for his sake. Sometime in the last few years Seven had become a great deal more sensitive to the emotions of her friends and infinitely more patient with them than she had been when she was first reintroduced to her humanity.

“Sounds good,” Kim said.

They walked in comfortable silence for a few minutes. Seven checked her tricorder occasionally to confirm their heading. The configuration of the invisible energy field that was responsible for sustaining this biodome was similar to the others found on the surface. This one was only a little over a hundred kilometers in diameter, comparatively speaking rather small. Contained in most of the domes was a version of a nitrogen-oxygen atmosphere, a vast array of plants, water sources, and other examples of structures like the one Seven had just identified as partially composed of her new element. The domes also regulated exposure to light and radiation, eradicating the dangers posed when the planet’s rotation was turned toward the binary stars. There were no other life-forms present and no immediate indication of who might have placed the domes here. This was the very definition of the “strange new worlds” Starfleet had been created to discover.

“I would have thought you would be anxious to return to the fleet as soon as possible,” Seven finally said in an obvious attempt to draw him out.

“I don’t expect anything will have changed in the last few days.”

The tall grass had begun to thin out a bit and Seven paused her steps to brush some of the heavy white particles from her black uniform pants.

“While I understand your desire to avoid confrontation, I do not believe it to be a viable long-term strategy,” Seven said.

“I’m not expecting a confrontation when we return.”

Seven lowered her eyes to meet Kim’s. Her newfound patience was clearly beginning to wear thin.

The back of Kim’s neck began to burn intensely. For a few seconds he was incapable of rational thought. After a deep breath, the sensation passed, leaving the lieutenant shaken. “So much for doctor-patient confidentiality,” Kim said.

“I was not advised of Lieutenant Conlon’s condition by Counselor Cambridge,” Seven said. “I was briefed by Doctor Sharak, who did not violate her privacy intentionally. He inquired about several hypothetical uses for my catoms, including their ability to aid in gene regulation and any complications that might occur when an individual is pregnant. I advised him that following my work with the small gestalt created by Doctor Frazier’s people, I intentionally severed my conscious ability to interact with my catoms. Even had Commander Briggs’s experiments not demonstrated the folly of rushing catomic research at this time, I am in no position to attempt to use my catoms as Doctor Sharak requested. Only once our discussion had concluded did I intuit the true nature of his hypothetical inquiries.”

“Fair enough,” Kim said. Seven was one of the brightest people he’d ever known, and he couldn’t fault Sharak for exploiting every possible resource available to cure the degenerative genetic condition now plaguing Nancy Conlon. That Voyager’s CMO was already looking for wildly speculative options like catomic intervention didn’t bode well. “The last time Nancy and I discussed it, she indicated that she did not intend to carry the child to term. She also made it absolutely clear that it was her decision. I don’t get a vote.”

Seven silently held his gaze.

“What?”

“Did you or did you not contribute fifty percent of the child’s genetic material?” Seven asked.

“I did.”

“And I assume you did not force this material on Lieutenant Conlon against her will.”

“Of course not.”

“The child in question is then yours as much as it is hers, is it not?”

“Yes, but . . .”

“But because you are not required to carry it within your body while it gestates you have no rights where it is concerned?”

“Something like that.”

“That is absurd.”

Kim paused, wondering if it was possible that Seven could be more frustrated by Nancy’s choice than he was. He doubted it, but he had rarely seen her take a position this strong on a subject that did not impact her directly.

“It’s complicated, Seven.”

“Do you want the child?” she persisted.

Kim sighed. Suddenly, being left alone to his thoughts in the shuttle seemed infinitely preferable to continuing this conversation.

“I don’t know,” he finally admitted. “I just know what I want isn’t going to matter.”

Seven considered him for a few moments before resuming their course toward the edge of the biodome. Upon reaching the top of a gentle incline, it came into view: a disorienting sight.

The grass gave way to reddish-brown dirt, punctuated here and there by small clumps of indigo weeds. The soil came to an abrupt end at an invisible barrier whose curve was impossible to see this close. Beyond that barrier a hellish, uneven, rocky red plain extended as far as Kim could see. On this side of the energy field, he and Seven could stand until they grew old in a breathable atmosphere. Should the field fail now, they would be burnt to a crisp in seconds by the intense radiation kicked off by the twin stars this lonely planet orbited.

For the first time since they had arrived, anxiety not directly related to the mess his personal life had become threatened to overwhelm Kim. He knew, based on the age of the construct and the scans of the planet, that this biodome had stood continuously for thousands of years. There was no reason to believe it was going to cease functioning simply because at this moment he was imagining the potential consequences of such a failure.

But Kim couldn’t shake the thought. His breath grew shallow.

Seven stepped closer to the field and extended her hand.

“What are you doing?” he demanded, halting her in her tracks.

“The field does not emit an electromagnetic charge. It is safe to make physical contact.”

“You don’t know that,” Kim insisted, his voice rising. “Maybe it only remains stable as long as no one touches it.”

“Unlikely.”

“But you can’t know for sure.”

“Lieutenant Kim . . .”

“Stop it, Seven.”

Seven lowered her hand.

“Calm yourself, Lieutenant.”

Kim involuntarily released an erratic breath.

Seven returned to his side and studied him with concern. “What are you afraid of?”

“I’m not afraid,” Kim replied. “I’m just not comfortable with the thought that in a fraction of a second our lives could end.”

“One day they will. Given our choice of professions, the odds that our lives will end abruptly and under violent circumstances are increased exponentially. You know this and have never before expressed undue anxiety at the prospect.”

Kim stared at her, unable to form a coherent response.

“I know,” Seven said gently. “It’s complicated.”

Kim stepped back and turned away from the edge of the biodome. Staring out at the calm sea of pale grass before him restored his sense of equilibrium.

Seven reached his side and placed her hand on his shoulder. They stood like that for several moments before Seven activated her combadge and requested transport back to the shuttle.
U.S.S. GALEN
Lieutenant Nancy Conlon stood on a ridgeline, marveling at the forest below. It wasn’t the riotous golden shades of the leaves that held her enthralled, although they were spectacular. It was another mind-boggling feature of this particular holographic vista.

As far as the eye could see, for acres in every direction, a canopy of autumnal glory topped tall, slender, white-barked trees that numbered in the thousands. She had spent most of the morning walking among them, struck by the regularity in the twenty-meter-high trunks, peering closely at the black scarring that looked like self-inflicted wounds, and pausing from time to time as a crisp breeze wafted through, setting the leaves aquiver.

Gorgeous as they were up close, however, they were best appreciated en masse from above. It was from this perspective that the quaking aspen really knocked one’s socks off.

Because all of them, every single trunk, belonged to one tree. Technically, they were clones of one another, but the vast interconnected and invisible root system created what was, essentially, a single living organism. The vast deciduous masterpiece of nature had grown from a single seed, and a few hundred years later had spread itself out, mile after mile, daring anyone who witnessed it to deny its power.

Conlon had spent a great deal of time lately wondering at and cursing the mysteries of genetic biology, and when she’d come across this holodeck program’s description in Galen’s library—a file placed there by the ship’s captain, Commander Clarissa Glenn—she hadn’t been able to resist a peek.

A brief walk meant to clear her head had given way to hours of exploration. But the exertion had cost her dearly. Her heart rate refused to slow, even after several minutes of stillness. A dull throb in her head was ratcheting itself up toward pounding. She fervently hoped that the headaches that had followed on the heels of Xolani’s attack several months prior weren’t about to return. Her empty stomach churned mercilessly. A few sips of water only made it worse and threatened to come right back up her esophagus.

Keep it together, she chided herself, trying to take long, deep breaths. She had come a long way in the last few weeks. She had been taken off “suicide watch” within days of its imposition, and her use of Galen’s holodecks had become unrestricted. She had submitted dutifully to her daily sessions with Counselor Hugh Cambridge and their talks had done much to help put her current condition in perspective. Now that she was no longer considered a danger to herself, she had asked and been granted the right to return to light duty aboard Voyager. Tomorrow would be her first day back, and she was truly looking forward to it, as was Commander Torres, the fleet’s chief engineer who had been filling in for Conlon since she was first diagnosed with the DNA damage repair syndrome that was likely going to kill her.

She had also made peace with the pending termination of her pregnancy. It was not a choice she took lightly, but she knew in her bones that it was the right decision. She and Harry loved each other, but they were not ready to be parents. Even if they had been married, she might have made the same call given her current life expectancy. Without a miracle she was going to be lucky to see the next three years, and it was likely she would be moderately to severely disabled for much of that time. She had agreed to continue the pregnancy thus far while wrestling with the decision Doctor Sal had pressed upon her. Sal wanted to extract embryonic stem cells to determine whether or not they could be used to help repair the damage to her DNA. Conlon had resisted until now. Finally, that choice, too, had been made.

All that remained was to inform Harry and her doctors and to get back to the life she had worked so hard to create for herself as Voyager’s chief engineer. She had no idea how long she would have to enjoy it, but she was determined to make the most of it until that was no longer possible.

These thoughts had cheered her as she walked among the quaking aspens. They should have calmed her as she stood above them, awash in their vast beauty.

The distant sun suddenly began growing, its light blinding as it expanded, absorbing the golden foliage below. Conlon turned her head away and closed her eyes as a sharp pain shot through her skull. The last thing of which she was aware was the odd momentary sensation of floating above the earth.

She lost consciousness before her body impacted the soft soil of the holodeck.]]> 44 02 Star Trek: Voyager (VOY) focuses on the twenty-fourth century adventures of Captain Kathryn Janeway aboard the USS Voyager. Smaller than either Kirk's or Picard's starships—its crew complement is only 150—Voyager is fast and powerful, and has the ability to land on a planet's surface. It is one of the most technologically advanced vessels in Starfleet, utilizing computer circuitry that incorporates synthetic neural tissue. Ironically, Janeway's inaugural mission aboard Voyager was to be her last in the Alpha quadrant. While attempting to capture the crew of a renegade Maquis vessel, both her ship and that of the Maquis were pulled into the distant Delta quadrant by powerful alien technology. Unfortunately, there would be no similar express route to take them home again. Stranded 70,000 light-years from Earth, Janeway convinced the Maquis to join her Starfleet crew and serve together during the long voyage back to Federation space.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8d1548f7-d9b0-4b7e-8218-b49c00258dd3 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.619 lb 08 9.904 oz 08 280.77 gr 06 15 9781501138768 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668282236 03 02 1668282232 03 9781668282236 14 19781668282233 15 9781668282236 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Highland Guard 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Ghost</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Ghost</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 273937644 1 A01 Monica McCarty McCarty, Monica Monica McCarty Monica McCarty 01 eng 416 00 416 03 FIC027160 10 FIC027050 10 FIC027000 20 Diana Gabaldon; Outlander; Outlander series; historical romance; Scottish romance; highland romance; Highlanders; Scottish highlands; Highland Guard series; Campbell trilogy; Macleods of Skye trilogy; The Striker; The Rock; The Arrow; The Chief; The Hawk; The Ranger; The Viper; The Saint; The Recruit; The Hunter; The Knight; The Raider; Highland historical romance; Scottish; Scotland; Suzanne Enoch; Karen Hawkins; Jude Deveraux; Kresley Cole; Candace Camp; 93 FR 93 FRH 94 1DDU-GB-S 01 01 01 02 An undercover warrior and her sworn enemy play a seductive game of cat-and-mouse in New York Times bestselling author Monica McCarty’s sexy Highland Guard novel.

Joan Comyn swore allegiance to Robert the Bruce the day she witnessed England’s barbarous king torturing her famous mother, Scot patriot Bella MacDuff. Now the mysterious beauty slips into men’s hearts like a specter and entices England’s most illustrious barons to unwittingly divulge their secrets, then shares them with her king. Known only as the Ghost even among her Highland Guard brethren, Joan has become the most wanted traitor in England.

The man determined to uncover her identity poses her biggest threat yet. Alex Seton once stood with Bruce but now fights for the enemy. Though Joan knows she must avoid the handsome warrior or risk discovery, his knightly chivalry touches a place in her long since buried. When his suspicions grow apparent, Joan realizes she must do everything in her power to stop Alex from revealing her mission and convince the powerful fighter to join forces with the Highland Guard once more. But as the ultimate battle in the great war approaches, will Alex choose love or honor?]]> 13 02 23 02

Carlisle Castle, Cumbria, England, April 16, 1314

YOU ARE DRIVING me wild,” the young knight said as he frantically pressed his hot mouth all over her neck. “God, you smell so good.”

Joan wished she could say the same, but as Sir Richard Fitzgerald—the second-in-command of the Earl of Ulster’s Irish naval forces—had cornered her after the midday meal, he smelled distinctly of smoked herring, which needless to say was not her favorite.

When he tried to press his mouth on hers again, not even the prospect of learning the movements of the entire English fleet could have stopped her from turning her head. “We can’t,” she said softly. The slight breathiness in her voice was not from passion, but from the effort of fending off a determined would-be lover tired of hearing no. “Someone might discover us.”

Which was why she’d chosen this as a place to meet. It was private but not too private. She never left herself without a means of escape.

Deftly twisting out of his tentacle-like embrace with the ease of someone who’d had practice escaping men with hands like a hydra many times before, she looked around anxiously as if to prove her point.

They stood in a quiet section of the garden in the castle’s outer ward, where she’d announced that she was going to take a stroll after the long meal. As she’d intended, Sir Richard had followed her there and had pulled her behind one of the rose trellises.

The young captain scowled, his face flushed with frustrated desire. With his light eyes, blondish-red hair, ruddy, wind-burned complexion, and sturdy build, he bore the marked stamp of his Irish forebears. He was not unattractive. Not that it mattered. She’d lost her weakness for handsome young knights a long time ago.

“No one would discover us if you would agree to come to my room. My squire can sleep in the barracks for the night.”

“I couldn’t,” she said, as if the suggestion shocked her, though it was hardly the first time she’d heard it.

His smile might have been charming to someone with less experience in the ways of men. “Nothing untoward will happen,” he assured her with a gentle brush of his finger on her cheek.

Right. Every time she heard false promises like that, it became more difficult to feign wide-eyed innocence. With some effort, she managed. “Are you sure?”

He nodded, his voice turning husky. “We can just spend a little time alone together. I thought you wanted that.”

She gnawed anxiously on her bottom lip, as if contemplating the illicit offer. His gaze heated as he obviously contemplated equally illicit things about her mouth.

“Of course I do,” she said. “But it’s too risky, and there is plenty of time—”

“No there isn’t,” he snapped, losing patience with the two-week-long seduction that he no doubt thought would have progressed much further than a very few stolen kisses by now. She was supposed to be easy prey. “I received orders yesterday. I’m to leave in three days.”

Finally, the information for which she’d been waiting! Joan had begun to despair of ever hearing anything of import from him. Young knights were usually so eager to boast and brag—which is why she targeted them (that and they weren’t married)—but Sir Richard had been frustratingly closemouthed.

Until now.

She hid her excitement and relief behind a mask of concern. “Orders? You are leaving? But I thought you had until June to muster at Berwick.”

“I’m not going to Berwick.” He sounded distracted. His eyes had dropped to her chest again—a frequent occurrence. “God, you are so beautiful. There isn’t another woman like you.”

As he looked like he might try to kiss her again, she shuffled “nervously” and spoke quickly. “You’re not? Has the war been called off, then?”

He glanced up from his lustful study of her breasts. She hoped he thought her as stupid as she sounded. If his amused but slightly patronizing smile was any indication, he did.

“No, the war hasn’t been called off. But my duties are on the sea in advance of the army.”

Which is why she was here with him. It was rumored that the Earl of Ulster—Sir Richard’s commander who was currently in York meeting with King Edward—would be in charge of supplying the castles in advance of the English invasion. King Robert the Bruce would love to know of their plans. Though Ulster was Bruce’s father-in-law, he was Edward of England’s man.

She acted as if the news of his leaving was devastating. “But where are you going? When will you be back? Will it be dangerous?”

Whether he would have answered her questions, she would not find out. The sound of approaching voices put a quick end to the conversation. Leaning over, he pressed a quick kiss on her lips that she could not avoid. Herring.

“Meet me later,” he whispered before slipping away.

Not a chance in Satan’s garden, she thought with a shudder. At least until she had a means of escape.

Cursing, knowing she might not have another opportunity like this again, she walked out from behind the trellis to greet the ill-timed interruption as the group of ladies came around the corner of a large hedge that surrounded some of the raised flower beds.

Joan had been so close. But her contingency plan had worked too well. She hadn’t wanted to risk being alone with him too long. She didn’t know how much longer she could keep putting him off. It was a dangerous game she played, and she knew only too well what a fine line she walked.

This was not the first time she’d encouraged a man to get information. She’d been spying for Robert the Bruce for almost six years now.

Shortly after her father’s death, the Bishop of St. Andrews, William Lamberton, a loyal supporter of Bruce’s who was being held in England at the time, had approached Joan to see if she would be willing to serve as an intermediary between Bruce and his imprisoned wife. Queen Elizabeth had been captured along with Joan’s mother, but she’d been spared a cage for confinement under the supervision of Sir Hugh Despenser the elder—Joan’s newly named guardian.

The bishop’s offer was exactly the opportunity Joan had been waiting for to do something, and she’d agreed immediately. Although admittedly, at the time, she had no idea what she was getting into. Over the years her role had grown increasingly more important—and more dangerous—shifting from messenger to spy after she’d falsely been declared illegitimate, dispossessed of her inheritance, and sent to live with her cousin Alice Comyn, who had married Sir Henry de Beaumont, one of King Edward’s most important barons in the north. Joan’s position in de Beaumont’s household had given her unexpected access to important information—and important men.

With her “tainted” blood, infamous mother, and no one to defend her, Joan had been easy prey. Men had targeted her for their unwelcome attention since she was fifteen. She’d been too young to protect herself then, but eventually, she’d turned it to her advantage.

Although some men—like Sir Richard—had a hard time hearing no, over the years she had learned to handle even the most determined of pursuers. Thanks in large part to the man who’d served as her personal sentinel since he’d first learned of her work for Bruce.

Lachlan MacRuairi, who’d freed and then later married her mother, had taught Joan how to move around without being seen, how to extract herself from unwanted situations, and, if necessary, how to defend herself. It was because of him that she’d been made a secret member of the elite Highland Guard, Bruce’s highly skilled team of warriors who had been recruited for the most dangerous missions. Only Lachlan knew her identity; the other members of the Guard simply called her the Ghost.

The name fit, probably more than they realized. Most of the time she felt like a shadow. There, but not really there. Seen, but unseen. Unable to touch or be touched, and incapable of feeling.

The ladies stopped to return her greeting but did not invite her to join them on their walk. As this was what Joan expected, she wasn’t disappointed. It was a lesson she’d learned a long time ago. If you don’t expect much of people, it won’t hurt when they don’t give it to you. Her father had been her first example, but many more had followed.

Realizing that it was getting late, and that her cousin would be looking for her soon to help her pick out what to wear for the evening meal (a process that seemed to take most of the afternoon), Joan started to make her way over the portcullis of the interior moat to the inner ward.

As the guardian of the castle for the king, de Beaumont had been given the largest suite of rooms on the top level of the new two-story tower that only had been completed a handful of years ago. As companion to her cousin, Joan had a small antechamber off the “lord’s chamber.” It wasn’t large, but it had a window directly overlooking the countryside beyond the east wall, and most important . . . it was private. Unfortunately, her cousin intercepted her, and it was hours before Joan was able to seek the solitude of her chamber.

At first, she didn’t notice anything amiss. She tossed the plaid she wore around her shoulders on the bed, kicked off her slippers, pulled the pins from her hair, and threw them on the small dressing table before moving to the window.

She froze. The tiny piece of silk thread that she’d tied to the latch on the shutter had been snapped.

Excitement burst through her. Finally! She had him. It was a game between her and Lachlan. Known for his ability to get in and out of anywhere without being seen, he’d been surprising her for years—and she’d been trying to catch him.

Trying. Unsuccessfully, at least, until now. A rare smile turned her mouth. The feeling that filled her chest was so foreign she almost didn’t recognize it: happiness.

Moving swiftly to the ambry door, she pulled it open. “Hello, Father.”

Calling him Father had started out as a jest to make him feel old—he’d just turned forty to her twenty—but she knew it wasn’t just that anymore. The man her father had called a bastard, brigand, and pirate was much more of a parent to her than her own had ever been.

She heard a very un-fatherly curse before the big warrior materialized from behind her gowns. He scowled, although for a man with the war name of Viper there wasn’t much behind it. “How did you know?”

She folded her arms across her chest and quirked a brow the way he did to her. “You don’t expect me to tell you all my secrets, do you?”

Many people who knew him would be surprised to see how easily his mouth curved into a smile. The mean brigand with the black heart had changed, though he’d probably die before admitting it. He had a reputation to uphold after all.

“Not bad, little one. If all my men were so easily trained, my job would be a hell of a lot easier.”

She grinned. Then realizing that she might actually be beaming, she sobered. “As much as I look forward to our little family reunions, I’m assuming for you to have risked climbing through that window your reason for being here is important.”

He nodded and motioned for her to sit. She sat on the edge of the bed and he took a seat opposite her on the stone windowsill. He shot a meaningful glance to the door. She shook her head. “My cousin and Sir Henry are still in the Hall.”

He nodded and continued. “Carrick plans to make an attempt on the castle tonight here along the east wall.” He gave her a dry look. “I know it goes against your nature—God knows it’s against your mother’s—but try to stay out of danger and not go running toward it, will you?”

She laughed. “I’ll do my best, and I appreciate the warning. But I hope the earl has a good plan. The English are tired of Bruce taking back all of his castles—they’ll not give up one of their most important without a fight. I don’t have to tell you how well defended it is.”

“Nay, I had a devil of a time—” He stopped, his eyes narrowing. “If that’s a trick to try to get me to tell you how I got in, it isn’t going to work.”

She blinked at him innocently, which he didn’t believe for a minute.

“Christ, now I know where she got it from!”

Her brows drew together questioningly.

“Your sister. Christina gives me that look every time she’s done something naughty—which seems to be a daily occurrence.”

Joan couldn’t prevent the tiny pinch in her chest. She’d never regretted the decision not to return to Scotland with her mother after Lachlan had rescued her—Joan had chosen her path and knew it was a solitary one—but she did regret not knowing her young half siblings. She had three now: Erik, who would be five in a few months; Christina, who was three and a half; and Robbie, who was almost eighteen months.

“You know what the Bible says: ‘as ye sow, so shall ye reap.’ ”

Lachlan shook his head with a sigh. “That’s what your mother says.”

She smiled.

He told her what he knew of Edward Bruce’s plan to take the castle, which in her opinion—and Lachlan’s from the sound of it—seemed to be more a “why not take a shot as long as we are here” than a well-thought-through operation.

“So the bulk of the men will attack the main gate, while a small force in black cloaks to blend into the night will attempt to slip over the curtain wall behind the kitchens?” she summarized. “It seems like I’ve heard something like that before,” she added dryly, referring to James Douglas’s taking of Roxburgh Castle and Thomas Randolph’s taking of Edinburgh Castle, which had used similar tactics.

Lachlan shook his head. “The king’s brother will never be accused of inventiveness. But I think he is tired of hearing about Douglas and Randolph and wants to have his own ‘miraculous feat of warfare.’ Just see that you are nowhere near the kitchens after midnight.”

“No late-night snacks for me, I swear it. Even if the cook makes apple tarts.”

He shook his head and chuckled. “Now you sound like Erik. Don’t turn your back on your sweets with that one around.”

She smiled, but when their eyes met, she suspected he’d guessed what she was thinking—there was little chance she’d get that opportunity. At least not while the war was going on and while she remained undiscovered. She was too valuable here. If she were discovered . . . well, they both knew what would happen then.

“That reminds me. I have something for you,” Lachlan added.

“A tart?” she jested, trying to cover the oddly emotional moment.

It didn’t work. “Nay,” he said seriously. “This. You are one of us now, and since a tattoo isn’t appropriate, I thought this might suffice.”

He handed her a gold bracelet. It was about two and a half inches wide and in the shape of a cuff. It opened with a hinge on one side and two tiny latches on the other. It was beautifully designed with a carved ornate pattern on the outside that reminded her of the old crosses in the churchyards back home in Buchan in the northeast of Scotland. But it’s what she saw on the inside that made her gasp.

She looked up at her stepfather with her heart in her throat. The design lightly etched on the inside of the cuff was familiar to her, although she’d never seen it. The Lion Rampant and spiderweb was the mark tattooed on the arms of the members of the Highland Guard. Hers was personalized with something else that was important to her—two tiny roses. The pink rose had become a symbol among the people to protest her mother’s cruel and barbaric punishment.

She didn’t know what to say. She feared if she said anything, he would know how much this meant to her, but hiding her emotions was part of the armor that enabled her to do her job. “It’s beautiful. Thank you,” she managed. “This means . . . a lot.”

Maybe understanding more than she would have liked, he nodded. “Rock made it.” Joan had heard of the newest member of the Highland Guard—and the feat he’d performed in climbing Castle Rock to help take Edinburgh Castle. “I don’t need to tell you to be careful with it. Enough people know what that means.”

She slipped it on. “I will.”

“Leave it with the priest at St. Mary’s if you ever need me.” He looked at her for a few moments longer as if undecided about something. “I should probably go. The others are waiting for me.”

She nodded. It was hard when he left. She always felt so . . . alone. Most of the time she liked it that way. But the short, infrequent meetings with Lachlan were the only time she could talk to someone without being on guard.

Lachlan pulled something out of his pocket and handed it to her. “I probably shouldn’t be giving you this, but here is the powder you requested from Helen.”

Helen MacKay—known as Angel—was the de facto physician of the Guard.

Joan tried not to wriggle under his intense scrutiny, but those eerie green eyes had a way of penetrating. “I’ve been having trouble sleeping,” she explained.

She thought he might call her lie right there, but he refrained. “Helen told me to remind you not to mix it with spirits—the effects are intensified.”

“I’ll remember that,” she said blankly.

He wasn’t fooled. “You better be careful, Joan. If your mother finds out what you are doing . . .”

She lifted her chin. “I can take care of myself, Lachlan. I’ve been doing so for six years.” Eight if she counted back to when her mother left.

“I don’t ask you how you discover all this information—”

“Good,” she said, cutting him off. “It’s none of your concern.”

He ignored her warning. “But I’m hearing rumors.”

She stiffened and gave him a hard look. “You better than anyone know better than to listen to gossip.”

The lies that were spread about him were far worse than anything they might say about her.

“Maybe so, but I also know there is usually a little bit of truth to them.”

She pursed her mouth closed, signaling that she wasn’t going to talk about it anymore.

He sighed. “You keep your thoughts hidden better than any warrior I know—your mother used to do the same thing—but don’t think I haven’t noticed how sad you seem lately. I can’t remember the last time I saw you smile.”

“I’m fine,” she assured him. But seeing that she hadn’t convinced him, she added, “I know you are worried, but you don’t need to be. I know what I’m doing.”

Whatever it takes so that no one else ever has to see her mother in a cage.

The damned fools were going to get him killed.

Alex was riding at the head of the long train of English soldiers when they first caught sight of the smoke.

“Scot raiders,” their scout confirmed shortly thereafter, having raced back with the news. “A few furlongs ahead.”

Two years later and the word still made every muscle in his body tense with . . . frustration? Anger? A sense of futility?

Raider, the war name of his former partner in the Highland Guard, Robbie Boyd. The man who’d pushed Alex for seven years until he’d pushed him too far.

You raze me, I’ll raze you more. The retaliatory raids that characterized the war in the Borders had driven Alex to London two years ago, yet here he was back in the north and the first thing that confronted him was fire—or the smoke from it.

“How many?” Pembroke asked. Aymer de Valence, the Earl of Pembroke, was the leader of the two hundred knights and men-at-arms who were making their way north to answer King Edward’s call to muster.

Since he’d left Scotland and the Guard, Alex had been in the south of England able to avoid the fighting and the prospect of meeting his former compatriots across a battlefield. But no longer. King Edward had ordered him to march north with Pembroke ahead of the army to prepare for battle against Bruce. Like many of his Scot countrymen in Edward’s allegiance, Alex served in an English earl’s retinue.

“Not many, my lord,” the scout answered. “Two score—perhaps less. The man leading them wore a surcoat of white with a red chevron.”

Alex swore silently. That coat of arms was only too well known.

Pembroke could barely contain his glee. “By God, it’s Carrick! We’ve a chance to take Bruce’s only remaining brother. Ready your men,” he ordered the knights around him, including Alex. “We’ll circle around them from all sides. I don’t want any chance of him escaping.”

Despite the English being on the losing end of such confrontations most of the time over the last six years, it apparently never occurred to Pembroke that they might be the ones who would need to escape. English arrogance was one of Alex’s many frustrations.

Though experience taught him that it would likely be futile, he tried to urge caution anyway. “Carrick wouldn’t be raiding this far into England so close to Carlisle Castle with only forty men. Perhaps we should wait until the other scouts report back?”

Something about this didn’t feel right, and Alex had learned a long time ago to trust his senses. He’d also learned that things like odds and superior numbers didn’t matter to Bruce’s warriors. And perhaps most important, he’d learned to never rush into battle without knowing exactly what you were up against.

They didn’t even know the terrain they were working with—and it was getting dark.

Pembroke gave him a scathing glare. “And risk losing him?” His eyes narrowed. “You would think the brother of one of the most famed knights in Christendom would be eager to fight and prove himself. Perhaps you aren’t eager to cross swords with your old compatriots?”

Alex ignored the insult and thinly veiled questioning of his loyalty—it had been his constant companion the past nine years no matter what side he was fighting on. Born in England and raised in Scotland, Alex was suspect to both. Sometimes he wondered if he would ever belong anywhere.

But it was much harder to ignore the reference to his brother. Sir Christopher Seton had indeed been one of the greatest knights in Christendom, Robert Bruce’s closest friend and companion, and the person Alex most looked up to in the world. Chris had been executed along with Alex’s other brother, John, eight years ago because of Pembroke’s treachery. At the Battle of Methven, Sir Aymer had given his word as a knight that he wouldn’t attack until the next morning, but he’d broken that word and sent his men into Bruce’s camp in the middle of the night.

One of the reasons Alex felt he could no longer fight with the Highland Guard was that he was tired of furtive tactics and wanted to take the fight to the battlefield like a knight. Yet here he was taking orders from the man whose dishonorable treachery had cost him the lives of his brothers.

Irony was a capricious bitch.

It took everything Alex had not to respond and let the pompous bastard get away with the smug reference to his brother. But Pembroke was wrong if he thought Alex needed to prove anything. He might have at one time, but he’d proved himself many times over fighting alongside the best warriors in Christendom. The best of the best; that was why Bruce had chosen them. Each warrior of the Highland Guard had brought an important skill of warfare to the group. Except for Alex, that is. He was good with a dagger, but he’d been recruited because of his brother. Chris couldn’t join—he was too well known—but he wanted his younger brother to be a part of it.

Alex had started out on unequal footing, and it had taken years for him to climb his way up from the bottom rung. But he’d done it. When he’d left, it hadn’t been his warrior skills that were the problem. Hell, he’d even defeated Boyd, the strongest man in Scotland, in hand-to-hand combat, and no one had done that in years.

Though Alex would like nothing more than to prove himself to Pembroke—a fist through that smug smile would be a good start—he resisted the urge. Alex was here to help put an end to this, damn it. If it meant he had to work with arses like Pembroke to do so, he would. The people in the Borders—his people—had been bearing the brunt of this war for too damned long. No more faces in the flames. So he gritted his teeth and tried again. “I will be the first one to lift my sword if we determine Carrick is alone. Just give me a few minutes to find out.”

“He could be gone in a few minutes,” Sir Robert Felton, the captain of Pembroke’s household knights (and even more of an arse than his lord), interjected. “It doesn’t take long to steal a few dozen head of cattle.” He gave Alex a hard look. “And I’ll take the lead with Kingston, la Zouche, and Vescy. With your sword arm still weak, you won’t be much use to us. You can stay in the back and protect the baggage cart with your men.”

After a couple of weeks being around Felton, Alex had new respect for Kenneth Sutherland’s ability to contain his well-known temper. Felton had been Sutherland’s nemesis when he’d returned to the English fold as a spy a few years ago, and Alex didn’t know how Sutherland hadn’t ended up killing him. Alex would like nothing more than to do so right now. But then he would have to use his right hand. His arm was fine, but he wasn’t ready to admit that yet.

This time not only were his teeth gritted, but his fists were clenched around his reins as well. “I take orders from the earl. I wasn’t aware he’d put you in charge.”

“He hasn’t,” Pembroke said with an admonishing glance at Felton. “I shall lead.” In addition to Felton and the knights he’d mentioned, Pembroke added a few others, and then turned to Alex. “Felton was right. We need someone to protect the carts, and until your arm is strong enough you are the obvious choice. Stay here, and I’ll send for you if you and your men are needed.”

Had Felton not been the one to suggest it, Alex might have been glad not to have to face his former friends just yet. Hell, he was glad—Felton or not. He’d hoped to never be in this position.

A few moments later, the bulk of the army rode off, leaving Alex, the dozen men he’d brought with him from his estates in East Lothian, and the fifty or so servants and skilled laborers who accompanied the army, from the stable lads who tended the horses, to the smiths and their apprentices who repaired the armor and shoed the horses. The “small army” as it was called was a vital part of any conventional force, but it also complicated the process and prevented them from moving quickly. By contrast, the small strike forces that Bruce employed weren’t hampered by all the added weight and logistics. That was part of what had made them so successful.

The first clash of battle sounded like a thunderclap; it filtered through the cold evening air as if it were a hundred feet away rather than a half-mile or so. The roar of the attack, the shouts of surprise, the clatter of steel . . . the cries of death. It was fast and furious. Or at least it should have been with nearly two hundred men to forty. But after about five minutes something changed. There was a shift in the sounds of the battle that told him something had happened. A short while later, he found out what.

One of Pembroke’s men-at-arms came racing back. “Take what you can and make for the castle. The Scots are on their way.”

Alex swore. “What happened?”

“Carrick’s men weren’t alone. The Earl of Moray and at least another fifty men were nearby and came as soon as they heard the attack. We were forced to retreat. Sir Aymer and the others are racing to the castle.”

Being right didn’t make Alex any less furious—or frustrated. Sometimes it seemed as if the wall he’d been banging his head against in Scotland had followed him to England. For two years, he’d been trying to get the English to stop underestimating their opponent so they would see a reason to negotiate and bring an end to this bloody war. But all that men like Pembroke seemed to see were their superior numbers, armor, and weaponry. Things that hadn’t stopped Bruce’s men for eight years. Pembroke might have double Carrick’s men, but the arrival of the king’s nephew would have changed the odds. Alex ought to know, as he’d been responsible for some of the Earl of Moray, Sir Thomas Randolph’s, training himself.

Alex shouted orders for his men to take what they could of the valuable plate and the silver Sir Aymer was bringing north to pay the garrison at Carlisle, rounded up the livestock, and ordered the small army to follow the old Roman road to the castle, which should only be a few miles away. The small army wouldn’t be hurt. No matter what horrible stories they told of the “barbarous Scots,” Alex knew that Bruce had given orders only to kill those who fought against them. It was the cattle and coin to provision the army that he was after.

There was nothing barbarous about Bruce’s men, but it wasn’t until Alex had tried to cure the English of all their ignorant misconceptions and beliefs that he’d really understood it himself. The Scots might be terrifying and appear out of the darkness like brigands, but they weren’t.

But unfortunately, unlike the small army, Alex and his men wouldn’t escape death so easily if Bruce’s men caught up with them.

Alex didn’t delay, heading straight for Pembroke’s cart to retrieve the silver.

He’d just shoveled the last of the fifty pounds’ worth of coins from the wooden box into a linen sack to make it easier to fit in a saddlebag, when he heard the not-so-distant sound of approaching riders.

With a curse, he handed the bag to the last of his men and told him to go. They were leaving a lot of valuable goods behind, but there was no help for it.

Knowing Bruce’s men would be on him at any moment, Alex mounted his horse and took one last look around. A movement out of the corner of his eye stopped him cold.

Bloody hell, where had she come from? A wee lass, not much older than five or six, had just emerged from the trees. Alex watched in disbelief as she started to cross the road that was directly in the path of the oncoming horsemen. He shouted a warning, but she didn’t give any indication that she’d heard him. Couldn’t she hear the horses?

She must have felt them. She stopped suddenly—right in the middle of the road—stared down at the ground, and froze. She had her back to him, but Alex didn’t need to see her face to know that it was struck in terror.

Go, he told himself, looking in the direction of the road leading to the castle. You can still escape. They’ll see her in time.

But it was almost dark, and she was wearing a black cloak . . .

She turned and saw him. Her eyes widened, and for one hideous moment, Alex’s mind flashed back to another. He saw another little girl with wide eyes and full of terror staring at him, but this time from the open door of a loft in a barn with flames jumping all around her.

Flames that he had set.

Oh God, I have to reach her in time. Please let me reach her in time . . .

The memory cleared, but not the sense of urgency. He knew he couldn’t take the chance that they wouldn’t see her. He wouldn’t see another innocent life put at risk—not when he could stop it.

He swore again and swung his horse toward the girl. He didn’t have much time. The first rider had just appeared perhaps a hundred feet behind her. They weren’t much farther away than Alex.

He sure as hell hoped his sword skills hadn’t diminished as much as he feared in the past two years, because even if this worked, he was going to be fighting for his life in a few seconds.

With a snap of the reins and a click of his heels, his stallion shot forward. Staying low over its neck, Alex held the reins in one hand and slowed just enough to lean over and wrap one arm around the girl’s shoulders and drag her out of harm’s way. Turning his horse in to the trees, he set her down. The pounding of horses stopped. Aware of the riders circling around him in the darkness, he told her to go.

Big, dark eyes in a tiny pale urchin’s face stared at him mutely.

Nay, not mute, he realized, deaf. That’s why she hadn’t heard him or the horses. It was the feel of the ground shaking that had alerted her to danger.

“Go,” he repeated again, pushing her in the direction of the trees. “You’ll be safe.”

She must have understood his meaning if not the words, because she gave him a frantic nod and scurried off into the trees.

Even before he looked up, Alex felt a chill of premonition as the men who’d surrounded him emerged from the darkness. The hand reaching over his back for his sword stilled.

Damn it, it couldn’t be.

But it was.

The blood drained from his body in a violent rush. He muttered a harsh curse, recognizing the familiar blackened nasal helms, soot-stained faces, black leather studded cotuns, and dark plaids.

Hell, he wasn’t ready for this. He wasn’t sure he’d ever be ready.

His hand dropped to his side. After fighting alongside these men for seven years, he knew better. He was good, but single-handedly defeating nine warriors of the Highland Guard was beyond any one man’s skills.

Alex had always known he might pay with his life one day for what he’d done, he just hadn’t anticipated it being so soon.

A familiar voice broke through the silence. “I see you are still polishing that shiny armor of yours, Sir Alex.”]]> 08 02 Publishers Weekly, in a starred review 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d87925d5-d143-4293-8daa-b49c0025ac9d 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 01 01 Gallery Books SIMO243 Gallery Books 04 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1.04 in 03 26.416 mm 08 0.644 lb 08 10.304 oz 08 292.11 gr 06 15 9781501108815 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261110 10 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 Gallery Books AU 01 20261110 9781668284209 02 02 1668284200 03 9781668284209 14 19781668284206 15 9781668284209 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Favourite Girl</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Favourite Girl</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270262554 1 A01 Monica Arya Arya, Monica Monica Arya The Favorite Girl and The Caged Girl, and her books have been #1 bestsellers in multiple categories. She resides in the Carolinas with her family. She loves to connect with readers, and you can find her on social media @MonicaAryaAuthor.]]> Monica Arya Local Edition 01 eng 320 00 320 03 FIC030000 10 FIC031100 10 FIC022040 20 psychological thriller; gated estate thriller; dangerous secrets; suspicious job psychological thriller; family secrets suspense; eerie house rules thriller; domestic suspense; mansion psychological thriller; sinister employer thriller; domestic worker suspense; past secrets psychological thriller; woman escaping her past thriller; chosen victim thriller; dangerous wealthy family; woman in danger suspense; atmospheric psychological suspense; women’s psychological suspense; female protagonist suspense; fast-paced domestic thriller; page-turning psychological suspense; dream job turns into nightmare; twisty psychological thriller; Freida McFadden; Mary Kubica fans; Jeneva Rose; Ruth Ware; edge-of-your-seat thriller; bingeable thriller; gripping psychological suspense; new psychological thriller 93 FH 93 FFS 93 FF 01 01 01 02 What do you do when your dream job turns into a nightmare?
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Witch of Mine follows several interconnected stories of "sisters" and familiars within a collective of witches as they interact with the human world, experiencing life's joys and pains. They discover love, rejection, mortality, and hope...sometimes transcending worlds in pursuit of their desires.

Collecting all 4 print volumes of the series at a special price, this Box Set offers a beautiful and bittersweet sampling of manhwa storytelling.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0dd29e3c-df33-4d6b-8f1c-b3e60037eb4c 01 ABLAZE SIMN711 ABLAZE 01 01 ABLAZE SIMN711 ABLAZE Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 08 1.861 lb 08 29.776 oz 08 844.14 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 130.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 130.00 0.00 20260910 02 145.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 145.00 0.00 20260910 ABLAZE Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781685553708 02 02 1685553702 03 9781685553708 14 19781685553705 15 9781685553708 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Bowl Theory</TitleText> <Subtitle>Meal Planning for Flexible Flavorful Living</Subtitle> 01 263039765 1 A01 Caryn Carruthers Carruthers, Caryn Caryn Carruthers and accommodating allergies. She is an advocate for intentional living, and it shows in all of her mediums of expression. Caryn authors the blog tastynfree.com, creates rustic-elegant functional ceramics and parents her two children with her husband in Austin, TX.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 CKB033000 WBH 2.1 10 CKB106000 10 CKB029000 20 meal prep cookbook;healthy bowl recipes;allergen-friendly meals;weekly meal planning;customizable dinners;make-ahead meals;gluten free cookbook;dairy free recipes;one-bowl meals;meal bowl ideas;modern home cooking;interactive meals;healthy entertaining;DIY food bowls;gluten-free meal planner;plant-forward cooking;family meal prep;modular meal guide;food styling at home;recipe component meals;flexitarian cooking;anti-inflammatory recipes;build your own bowl;nut-free meal ideas;Tastynfree blog;Carruthers recipes 93 WB 93 WBS 01 01 01 02 Make weekly meal prep easier, healthier, and more flexible with a modern cookbook built around customizable bowl meals.

"An invaluable cookbook, Bowl Theory shares both effective meal strategies and an appealing home aesthetic." — Foreword Reviews, starred review

Bowl Theory is a fresh approach to meal planning that helps you prep once and eat well all week. With allergen-friendly, plant-forward recipes and flexible component-based meals, Caryn Carruthers shows home cooks how to build beautiful, nourishing bowls that adapt to different tastes, diets, and schedules.

Designed for busy households, wellness-minded cooks, and anyone cooking for mixed dietary needs, this cookbook includes nine complete meal plans with shopping lists, versatile foundation recipes, and multiple meal variations. You’ll also find eleven themed gathering menus—from Taco Night to Ramen Party—that turn build-your-own bowls into an easy, interactive way to entertain.

Here’s what makes Bowl Theory a practical and inspiring meal prep cookbook:

• Flexible Bowl-Based Meal Planning: Prep foundation recipes once, then mix and match grains, proteins, vegetables, sauces, and toppings throughout the week.

• Allergen-Friendly Recipes: Recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, with options for paleo, vegetarian, and vegan diets.

• Customizable Meals for Every Diner: A modular system makes it easier to feed families, guests, and mixed-diet households without cooking separate meals.

• Built for Entertaining: Eleven themed gatherings offer interactive meal ideas for casual dinners, parties, and build-your-own bowl nights.

• Beautiful Food Styling at Home: With 225 full-color photographs and styling tips, readers learn how to create bowls that look as good as they taste.

Whether you’re looking for healthy bowl recipes, gluten-free meal prep, dairy-free dinner ideas, or a more flexible way to cook for the week, Bowl Theory gives you the tools to create flavorful, customizable meals for everyday life and effortless entertaining.]]> 13 02 and accommodating allergies. She is an advocate for intentional living, and it shows in all of her mediums of expression. Caryn authors the blog tastynfree.com, creates rustic-elegant functional ceramics and parents her two children with her husband in Austin, TX.]]> 08 02 Bowl Theory shares both effective meal strategies and an appealing home aesthetic."]]> Foreword Reviews, starred review 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/fec75368-9271-4243-8faf-b41b00390475 01 The Collective Book Studio SIMO925 The Collective Book Studio 01 01 The Collective Book Studio SIMO925 The Collective Book Studio 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 8 in 02 203.2 mm 03 0.98 in 03 24.892 mm 08 1.405 lb 08 22.48 oz 08 637.3 gr 27 15 9781685559458 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 8 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 The Collective Book Studio AU 01 20270112 9781685555191 02 02 1685555195 03 9781685555191 14 19781685555198 15 9781685555191 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Simple Acts of Care</TitleText> <Subtitle>How to Help When Loved Ones are Hurting</Subtitle> 01 263055349 1 A01 Natalie Silverstein Silverstein, Natalie Natalie Silverstein Natalie Silverstein is an author, podcast host, and nonprofit founder. She is the author of Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back (2019), named one of the Top Books for Parents Who Want to Raise Kind Kids by HuffPost, and Simple Acts: The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference (2022). She hosts the award-winning Simple Acts, Big Impact podcast. Natalie is the New York coordinator for Doing Good Together, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping families engage in meaningful service. She is a founding member of Impact 100 NYC, a women’s giving circle that has distributed over one million dollars to nonprofits. Along with her husband, she is co-founder of The Silverstein Foundation for Parkinson’s with GBA. Natalie holds a master’s degree in public health from Yale University and lives in New York City with her husband and three children.]]> 2 A12 R.A. Smith Smith, R.A. R.A. Smith R.A. Smith is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Sonoma County, California. Her illustration work includes the picture books Fun in the Mud, Little Loon Finds His Voice, Our Friend Moon, and Our Friend Earth. She has also illustrated adult nonfiction titles including Embrace the Work, Love Your Career, Reflect and Reset, and Simple Acts of Care. R.A. is passionate about bringing stories to life through pictures and thoughtful design. Her work is rooted in traditional drawing and painting, combined with vector graphics. She collaborates with local entrepreneurs and authors, as well as independent publishers.]]> 3 A23 Meghan Riordan Jarvis Riordan Jarvis, Meghan Meghan Riordan Jarvis Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-trained psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is also the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. For more, visit meghanriordanjarvis.com.]]> 01 eng 152 00 152 03 FAM014000 VFJX 2.1 10 SEL010000 10 FAM021000 20 helping a friend;how to help someone grieving;supporting a loved one;what to say when someone is hurting;how to support a caregiver;empathy and compassion;being helpful in hard times;showing up for others;grief support for friends;gift book for difficult times;how to help without fixing;support during illness or loss;how to be supportive;helping someone through grief;what to say after a loss;how to help a friend in crisis;supporting friends through illness;practical compassion;acts of care;how to show you care 93 VF 93 VFVN 01 01 01 02 Simple Acts of Care is a practical, compassionate guide to showing up with empathy and intention when someone you care about is hurting.

"Simple Acts of Care is the book you need when you feel useless in the face of a loved one’s suffering." —Annabel Monaghan, Bestselling Author of Nora Goes Off Script

"By sharing her own family’s experience, Natalie connects with the reader emotionally while giving original, useful advice." — Zibby Owens, bestselling author and podcast host, Totally Booked

When a friend or family member is dealing with illness, grief, crisis, overwhelm, or the demands of caregiving, the instinct to help is immediate—but knowing what to say or do can be hard. Natalie Silverstein offers clear, caring guidance for supporting others in ways that are useful, meaningful, and truly comforting.

Through short reflective essays, practical suggestions, and beautifully designed reminders, Simple Acts of Care helps readers understand how small gestures can offer real comfort in difficult times.

Here’s what makes Simple Acts of Care an essential guide for supporting others:

• Practical Guidance for Hard Moments: Clear advice for what to say, what to do, and how to support someone who is hurting.

• For Grief, Illness, Caregiving, and Crisis: A helpful resource for showing up during loss, medical challenges, difficult transitions, and life upheaval.

• Compassionate and Easy to Use: Short essays, reflective prompts, and full-color illustrations make the book approachable and reassuring.

• A Meaningful Gift for Difficult Times: A supportive book for friends, families, support groups, workplaces, and caregiving communities.

Simple Acts of Care is a compassionate guide for anyone who wants to help a grieving friend, support a caregiver, comfort a loved one during illness or loss, and show up with empathy when words feel hard to find.]]> 13 02 Natalie Silverstein is an author, podcast host, and nonprofit founder. She is the author of Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back (2019), named one of the Top Books for Parents Who Want to Raise Kind Kids by HuffPost, and Simple Acts: The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference (2022). She hosts the award-winning Simple Acts, Big Impact podcast. Natalie is the New York coordinator for Doing Good Together, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping families engage in meaningful service. She is a founding member of Impact 100 NYC, a women’s giving circle that has distributed over one million dollars to nonprofits. Along with her husband, she is co-founder of The Silverstein Foundation for Parkinson’s with GBA. Natalie holds a master’s degree in public health from Yale University and lives in New York City with her husband and three children.

R.A. Smith is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Sonoma County, California. Her illustration work includes the picture books Fun in the Mud, Little Loon Finds His Voice, Our Friend Moon, and Our Friend Earth. She has also illustrated adult nonfiction titles including Embrace the Work, Love Your Career, Reflect and Reset, and Simple Acts of Care. R.A. is passionate about bringing stories to life through pictures and thoughtful design. Her work is rooted in traditional drawing and painting, combined with vector graphics. She collaborates with local entrepreneurs and authors, as well as independent publishers.

Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-trained psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is also the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. For more, visit meghanriordanjarvis.com.]]> 08 02 "Simple Acts of Care is the book you need when you feel useless in the face of a loved one’s suffering. Beautifully written, it is such an important resource for anyone who wants to show up for people with empathy and grace. I wish I’d read this decades ago."]]> Annabel Monaghan, Bestselling Author of Nora Goes Off Script 08 02 Zibby Owens, bestselling author and podcast host, Totally Booked 08 02 Simple Acts of Care, Natalie Silverstein gently and wisely guides us through that uncertainty. With honesty about what helps, what doesn’t, and why, she invites us to move beyond platitudes and into authentic connection. From sidestepping the ‘pity face’ to making meaningful, specific offers of help, her insights are both practical and deeply empathetic. This is an essential, reassuring companion for anyone who wants to show up with care that truly makes a difference."]]> Jessica Fein, Bestselling Author of Breath Taking and podcast host, I Don’t Know How You Do It 08 02 "Simple Acts of Care is an incredibly thoughtful and much-needed guide for anyone who wants to show up well for a loved one who is hurting. Natalie Silverstein beautifully explains the difference between empathy and pity, and why curiosity or well-meaning platitudes can sometimes miss the mark. This book gives us the words—and the confidence—to support the people we love in a way that is truly helpful when we feel so helpless."]]> Fran Hauser, Bestselling Author of The Myth of the Nice Girl and owner of Bedford Books 08 02 Christina Geist, Bestselling Author of Before You Fly Away: Life Lessons from Home 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/116ea5cf-09d2-496a-89b1-b41200246bc0 01 The Collective Book Studio SIMO925 The Collective Book Studio 01 01 The Collective Book Studio SIMO925 The Collective Book Studio 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.5 in 03 12.7 mm 08 0.464 lb 08 7.424 oz 08 210.47 gr 27 15 9781685556228 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 The Collective Book Studio AU 01 20270112 9781685558406 02 02 1685558402 03 9781685558406 14 19781685558403 15 9781685558406 11 BB B221 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?!</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Tale of the Wise People of Chelm</Subtitle> 01 263040886 1 A01 Maurice J. Elias Elias, Maurice J. Maurice J. Elias Maurice J. Elias is a Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University and contributing faculty in Jewish Studies. His work centers on promoting joy, resilience, and emotional intelligence in children and families. He is co-author of Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, Talking Treasure, and The Joys & Oys of Parenting, and has written more than a dozen books for parents and educators. He and his wife live in Highland Park, New Jersey, close to their two daughters and three grandchildren.]]> 2 A12 Hector Borlasca Borlasca, Hector Hector Borlasca Hector Borlasca is the illustrator of more than fifty children’s books, including Yiddish Saves the Day by Debbie Levy, The Porridge Pot Goblin by Jaqueline Jules, and Silly Time Stories by Robert Keith. He lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with his wife and daughter.]]> 01 eng 32 00 32 03 JUV017110 YFJ 2.1 10 JUV033020 10 JUV019000 20 Jewish picture book;Jewish folktale;Yiddish folktale;story of Chelm;Chelm retelling;Wise Men of Chelm;funny Jewish story;Jewish stories for children;folktale adaptation;Jewish holiday picture book;Hanukkah picture book;Chanukah picture book;Hanukah picture book;Chanukkah picture book;Purim picture book;Yiddish terms;Yiddish words;books for Jewish families;Jewish humor for kids;Shlemiel kids;schlemiel kids;Shlemel kids;Yiddish humor for children 21 B3N69 93 YF 93 YFQ 01 02 11 03 P 04 3 17 03 4 04 8 05 O 06 600L 01 02 A playful Chelm folktale filled with humor and old-world charm, Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! follows two wise siblings through a Jewish holiday mix-up that becomes a celebration of tradition, laughter, and knowing when to trust your own understanding.

"Spun with affection and a broad, genial cartoon style, the result is a classic kids-know-best tale with wisdom to spare." —Publishers Weekly

"Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! is a joy! Readers of all ages will enjoy the beautiful illustrations of this new folktale, told in the spirit of the Chelm classics." —Dr. Jeffrey Kress, Provost and Bernard Heller Professor of Jewish Education, Jewish Theological Seminary

Oy vey. Is it Hanukkah or Purim?

In the famously foolish town of Chelm, the adults believe themselves to be very wise. So when a letter arrives from the Chief Rabbi wishing everyone a happy Purim—even though it is clearly Hanukkah—the town begins preparing for the wrong holiday. Soon everyone is baking hamantaschen, sewing costumes, and celebrating with great confidence.

Only siblings Shmendrick and Mushka notice the mistake. As the adults carry on with the town’s delightful confusion, the children quietly trust what they know to be true, honoring Hanukkah while still finding joy in the mix-up.

Here’s what makes Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! a joyful Jewish picture book:

• A Fresh Chelm Folktale: Inspired by the legendary Wise People of Chelm, this funny story celebrates the warmth, silliness, and old-world charm of classic Jewish folklore.

• Two Holidays in One Story: A playful mix-up between Hanukkah and Purim makes this a natural read for both holiday seasons.

• Child-Centered Wisdom: Shmendrick and Mushka model curiosity, confidence, and gentle discernment as they notice what the adults miss.

• Perfect for Jewish Families and Classrooms: Hebrew and Yiddish terms, a helpful glossary, and full-color illustrations make this a funny read-aloud for homes, schools, synagogues, libraries, and holiday storytimes.

Rooted in Jewish humor, holiday tradition, and the wisdom of children, Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! is a funny picture book about Chelm, Hanukkah, Purim, and learning when to trust your own understanding.]]> 13 02 Maurice J. Elias is a Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University and contributing faculty in Jewish Studies. His work centers on promoting joy, resilience, and emotional intelligence in children and families. He is co-author of Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, Talking Treasure, and The Joys & Oys of Parenting, and has written more than a dozen books for parents and educators. He and his wife live in Highland Park, New Jersey, close to their two daughters and three grandchildren.

Hector Borlasca is the illustrator of more than fifty children’s books, including Yiddish Saves the Day by Debbie Levy, The Porridge Pot Goblin by Jaqueline Jules, and Silly Time Stories by Robert Keith. He lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with his wife and daughter.]]> 08 02 Rabbi Jay M. Kornsgold, Beth El Synagogue, East Windsor, New Jersey, Immediate Past President, Rabbinical Assembly 08 02 Publishers Weekly 08 02 "Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! is a playful journey through Chelm, where one ten-month-old letter sends an entire town tumbling from one wonderfully foolish conclusion to the next. Two wise children bring the story to a warm and satisfying close, filled with Jewish tradition, sibling wisdom, and a plate of both latkes and hamantaschen."]]> Dr. Randal Gilmore, Story Coach and Editor, Founder, Exalt Publications and The Gospel Story-arc™ Project 08 02 "Hamantaschen for Hanukkah is a charming, delightfully illustrated children’s picture book filled with humor, heart, and just the perfect amount of foolishness. The adorable illustrations beautifully capture the characters' personalities, emotions, excitement, and confusion. This is a fun, thoughtful story that children and adults can enjoy together . . . no matter what occasion!"]]> Dori Durbin, Children’s Book Illustrator & Children’s Book Coach 08 02 Hamentashen for Hanukkah?! is a joy! Children will be amused as Shmendrick and Mushka prove to be wiser than the adults in their lives. Parents, grandparents, educators, and others will welcome the opportunity to discuss family traditions (oh, the foods!). Readers of all ages will enjoy the beautiful illustrations of this new folktale, told in the spirit of the Chelm classics."]]> Dr. Jeffrey Kress, Provost and Bernard Heller Professor of Jewish Education, Jewish Theological Seminary 08 02 Hamantaschen for Hanukkah?! is a joyful story of cultural traditions, community problem-solving, and the way families can come together to not only co-create a wise solution but also, have fun in the process. Children will learn Yiddish words while laughing at the silliness of the story. I love this so much!"]]> Jennifer Miller, Founder/Author, Confident Parents, Confident Kids and Humanaissance: Igniting Courage in Our Teens and Ourselves 08 02 Rabbi Kerry OIitzky, DHL, author, educator 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a8439e7a-71ae-4078-b524-b41b0039146d 01 Tiny Torch Books SIMN744 Tiny Torch Books 01 01 Tiny Torch Books SIMN744 Collective Book Studio 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.5 in 01 266.7 mm 02 8.5 in 02 215.9 mm 03 0.4 in 03 10.16 mm 08 0.747 lb 08 11.952 oz 08 338.83 gr 27 15 9781685555085 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 37.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 02 42.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 Collective Book Studio AU 01 20270112 9781761632945 02 02 1761632949 03 9781761632945 14 19781761632942 15 9781761632945 11 BC B102 B105 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Chairman's Lounge</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Chairman's Lounge</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 227358760 1 A01 Joe Aston Aston, Joe Joe Aston Australian Financial Review. He interrogated some of the country’s biggest business stories including Rio Tinto’s Juukan Gorge scandal; CPA Australia and its Naked CEO Alex Malley; and the decline and fall of both Magellan Financial Group and Qantas. In 2023, Joe and his AFR colleagues won a Walkley Award for their coverage of the PwC tax leaks scandal. AFR editor-in-chief Michael Stutchbury says Aston ‘turned a gossip column into a form of journalism like never before seen in Australia, and arguably the world.’ Joe resigned from the AFR in October last year. He lives in Sydney. ]]> Joe Aston 01 eng 368 00 368 03 BUS081000 10 BUS070100 10 BIO003000 20 Qantas; upgrades; Lounge; Alan Joyce; Australian Financial Review; Rear window column; Vanessa Hudson; Anthony Albanese; Peter Dutton; corporate greed; CEO bonus; golden parachute; Transport minister; shareholders; baggage handlers; Sarah Furguson; Bridget Mckenzie; Covid bailouts; aging ageing fleet; Boeing; Qatar Airways; Australian Competition and Consumer Commission ACCC; flight cancellations; lost luggage; Virgin; Rex; Bonza; engine failure; privacy breach, app failure; ghost flight booking error; worst customer service; Four Corners; ABC TV iView; Flight Club; 93 DNBB 01 01 01 02 From the must-read journalist on how power, money and influence work in this country, the full story of how one of the nation’s favourite brands brought itself to ground.

Before Covid, both Qantas and its CEO Alan Joyce were flying high, the darlings of customers, staff and investors. After Covid hit, only money mattered – in particular, the company’s share price and extraordinary executive bonuses. Illegally redundant workers, unethical flight credits, abysmal customer service, antique aircraft: these became Qantas’ new brand.

How did things go so badly wrong? Why were customers at the end of the queue? And how did an increasingly autocratic Joyce constantly get his own way, with the Qantas board and with both Liberal and Labor governments, which handed over billions in subsidies and protected lucrative flight routes from foreign competition? For the first time, The Chairman’s Lounge tells the full story of how one company banked the nation’s loyalty and then cashed in on it.

In his celebrated column Rear Window for the Australian Financial Review, Joe Aston’s reporting of the ethical failings of Qantas spurred the early retirement of its CEO and the resignation of its chairman. With fresh interviews and revelations, written in Aston’s trademark swashbuckling style, The Chairman’s Lounge is the definitive account of how Qantas was brought to ground and who did it. It is a parable of our times.

‘A masterclass in investigative journalism … A scathing, unflinching takedown of greed, delusion and a shameless abuse of power, both jaw-dropping and brilliantly incisive’
Adele Ferguson]]> 13 02 Australian Financial Review. He interrogated some of the country’s biggest business stories including Rio Tinto’s Juukan Gorge scandal; CPA Australia and its Naked CEO Alex Malley; and the decline and fall of both Magellan Financial Group and Qantas. In 2023, Joe and his AFR colleagues won a Walkley Award for their coverage of the PwC tax leaks scandal. AFR editor-in-chief Michael Stutchbury says Aston ‘turned a gossip column into a form of journalism like never before seen in Australia, and arguably the world.’ Joe resigned from the AFR in October last year. He lives in Sydney.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/32dfeef1-cedd-4164-b581-b31700297fdc 01 Scribner Australia SIMO871 Scribner Australia 01 01 Scribner Australia SIMO871 Scribner Australia 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm 23 15 9781761429767 06 15 9781761632617 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 02 30.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 30.99 0.00 20260910 Scribner Australia AU 01 20261230 9781761637339 02 02 1761637339 03 9781761637339 14 19781761637336 15 9781761637339 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Your Next Read Gold <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Your Next Read Gold: Cami and the Magic Meteor</TitleText> 01 255590063 1 A01 Jasmin McGaughey McGaughey, Jasmin Jasmin McGaughey Jasmin McGaughey is a Torres Strait Islander and African American author who loves reading! Jasmin has authored stories across all categories, from picture books to young adult fiction. She is the proud author of Ash Barty’s Little Ash series, Mary Fowler’s children’s book series, as well as the YA novel Moonlight and Dust.
]]> 2 A12 Chris Nielsen Nielsen, Chris Chris Nielsen Once Upon An ABC saw him shortlisted for the CBCA Crichton Award for best new illustrator, and Just One Bee received the CBCA Honour Award for Picture Book Of The Year. When he’s not busy with a book he can be found camping with his family in the great outdoors, taking walks with his dingo dog, Rusty and annoying the neighbours with his rock band.]]> 01 eng 144 00 144 03 JUV045000 YFB 2.1 10 JUV001000 10 JUV037040 12 YFC 12 YFH 12 Y 20 Jasmin Mcgaughey,Christopher Nielsen;Chris Nielsen;magic;fantasy;family;meteor;superpowers;power;superhero;curlew;invisibility;helping out;making a difference;junior fiction;chapter books;your kids next read;yknr;your next read;ynr;yknr podcast;megan daley;AL tait;allison tait;allison rushby;books for 5 year olds;books for 5 year old boy;books for 5 year old girl;books for 6 year olds;books for 6 year old boy;books for 6 year old girl;books for 7 year olds;books for 7 year old boy;books for 7 year old girl;books for 8 year olds;books for 8 year old boy;books for 8 year old girl;books for 9 year olds;books for 9 year old boy;books for 9 year old girl;NAPLAN;books to help kids read;books to help kids love reading;help with reading;reluctant readers;starting reading;beginner reader;emerging readers;struggling reader;reading crisis;reading for pleasure;literacy;dyslexia friendly;read a rainbow;back to school;school ready;school readiness;first day of school;starting school;prep;kinder;foundation;primary school;books about starting school;books to help anxious school kid;help with starting school;teacher;library;teaching to read;teacher librarian;science of reading;moving on from graphic novels;decodable reader;easy reader;ESL;phonics;collectable books;aussie readers;aussie bites;Australian author;Australian illustrator;billie b brown;hey jack;sally rippin;school of monsters; 93 YBD 93 YFH 93 YFC 17 03 7 04 9 01 02 Your Next Read is the series that will help kids fall in love with reading and reach for the next book – and the next, and the next!
The series removes reading roadblocks and grows with kids as their reading confidence and reading interests develop. The engaging stories, carefully structured text and illustrations make reading accessible and enjoyable for all kids, whether they are newly independent readers or ready to take the next step.
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Do you like FANTASY, SURPRISING STORIES and FAMILY?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
When Cami discovers a fallen meteor, her dream of gaining a superpower comes true. But having a superpower isn't easy! Will Cami learn to control it before she lands herself in big trouble?
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Each book is expertly designed to support children who may be struggling with reading. Accessible fonts, carefully spaced text, off-white paper stock, shorter sentences and chapters, and supportive illustrations all work together to reduce overwhelm, build comprehension and create a reader-friendly experience.
The Your Next Read Silver Series for beginner readers are 112 pages long, divided into six to eight short chapters with an illustration on every spread supporting short sentences and paragraphs. The Gold Series for emerging independent readers are 144 pages long, divided into eight to ten chapters with three illustrations in each chapter, and featuring more complex narratives.
The easy-to-recognise icons covering themes like friendship, sport, mystery and humour, coupled with much-loved writers and illustrators, means kids can quickly identify the books that interest them most and follow those cues to discover a large library of books in the series to read and collect next.
]]> 13 02 Jasmin McGaughey is a Torres Strait Islander and African American author who loves reading! Jasmin has authored stories across all categories, from picture books to young adult fiction. She is the proud author of Ash Barty’s Little Ash series, Mary Fowler’s children’s book series, as well as the YA novel Moonlight and Dust.
Christopher Nielsen is an Australian author/illustrator specializing in bringing joy and wonder to children through his art and storytelling. His illustrations are inspired by a deep passion for mid-century culture and design. His first picture book Once Upon An ABC saw him shortlisted for the CBCA Crichton Award for best new illustrator, and Just One Bee received the CBCA Honour Award for Picture Book Of The Year. When he’s not busy with a book he can be found camping with his family in the great outdoors, taking walks with his dingo dog, Rusty and annoying the neighbours with his rock band.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/df3970fa-2ba2-4ff8-abcf-b49f0023cc12 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Kids 01 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Press 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm 23 15 9781923419384 23 15 9781761825200 23 15 9781923419377 23 15 9781923419346 23 15 9781923419315 23 15 9781761821189 23 15 9781761827914 23 15 9781761825378 23 15 9781761827921 23 15 9781761821219 23 15 9781761825255 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 14.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 14.99 0.00 20260910 02 16.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 Affirm Press AU 01 20261230 9781761639609 02 02 1761639609 03 9781761639609 14 19781761639606 15 9781761639609 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Time Is Now</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Time Is Now</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Simple steps to turn plans into action</Subtitle> 01 245192045 1 A01 Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa Fernandez-Preiksa, Alexis Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa Bestselling author, neuroscientist and podcaster Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa has a purpose: to help people change their relationship with themselves by understanding how to harness the brain's powers. She teaches her readers and listeners how to work with their brain and not against it, how thought patterns and actions influence the way their brains are wired, and how everyone has the ability to redirect how they think, feel and experience life by making small and permanent changes to their daily behaviours. With her background in the fitness industry coupled with her master's degree in neuroscience, Alexis understands how physical movement, habits and meditation have the ability to transform your mind into a calmer, more focused state, which will positively influence all other areas of life, including relationships and happiness.
]]> 01 eng 272 00 272 03 SEL027000 10 SEL021000 10 SEL031000 20 procrastination; self-help; do you fucking mind; neuroscience; mindset; anxiety; stress; atomic habits; james clear; jay shetty; on purpose; lifekit; unfuck your brain; audiobook; spotify; audible; subtle art of not giving a fuck; don't believe everything you think; life hacks; burnout; action; decision paralysis; 10% happier; dan harris; boundaries; self-love; self-improvement; people pleasing; mental health; therapy; 93 VS 93 VSPM 01 02 A pragmatic, actionable guide that teaches readers how to turn procrastination into action – from bestselling author of The Neuroscience of Self-Love and podcast host of Do You F*cking Mind?

Whether you’re stuck in analysis paralysis, haunted by what-ifs, or waiting for clarity that never comes, this is your wake-up call. You’ll learn how to override the fear circuits that stall momentum, rewire your mindset for decisiveness and make the most of the time you do have – right now. Because life doesn’t pause until you’re ready. And neither should you.

The Time Is Now is a call to arms for every overthinker waiting for a sign. Rooted in the science of neuroplasticity and the psychology of time, this book reveals why perfectionism hijacks progress, how your fear of making the ‘wrong’ move is just your brain craving certainty and why the need for closure is a beautifully convincing myth that keeps you stalled.

Using practical neuroscience and mindset strategies, you’ll learn to rewire hesitation into momentum, and procrastination into clarity, because your brain learns best in motion. This is about creating timing, not waiting for it.
]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f1e7462c-5188-47f1-a6a6-b4870023d026 01 Atria Australia SIMN248 Atria Australia 01 01 Atria Australia SIMN248 Atria Australia 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 8.268 in 01 210 mm 02 5.315 in 02 135 mm 23 15 9781922711441 23 15 9781761633485 27 15 9781761639623 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Atria Australia AU 01 20261230 9781761822292 02 02 1761822292 03 9781761822292 14 19781761822299 15 9781761822292 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Your Next Read Silver <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Your Next Read Silver: The Secret Bestie</TitleText> 01 251965674 1 A01 Maddy Mara Mara, Maddy Maddy Mara 2 A12 Niña Nill Nill, Niña Niña Nill Niña Nill is a children's book author and illustrator based in Queensland, Australia whose work often captures the light and warmth of childhood, blending nostalgia with whimsy. She works in digital media as well as experimenting with traditional media like watercolour, gouache, pencil and pastel. Nia loves visiting the beach and museums, doing crochet, weaving, building miniatures and gardening as well as having adventures with her husband and two children.
]]> 01 eng 112 00 112 03 JUV045000 YFB 2.1 10 JUV039060 10 JUV031040 12 YFP 12 YNC 20 junior fiction; emerging readers; chapter books; Maddy Mara; Nina Nill; friends; music; heartwarming stories; pink cover; under the sea; octopus; hermit crab; narwhal; clownfish; turtle; singing; best friends; friendship drama; books about friendship; books for 5 year olds; books for 6 year olds; books for 7 year olds; books for 8 year olds; NAPLAN; help with reading; reluctant reader; starting reading; beginner reader; reading crisis; reading for pleasure; read a rainbow; your kid's next read; megan daley; allison tait; your next read;back to school;school ready;school readiness;first day of school;starting school;prep;kinder;foundation;primary school;books about starting school;books to help anxious school kid;NAPLAN;help with starting school 93 YBD 93 YFP 93 YNC 17 03 5 04 8 01 02 Your Next Read is the series that will help kids fall in love with reading and reach for the next book – and the next, and the next! The series removes reading roadblocks and grows with kids as their reading confidence and reading interests develop. The engaging stories, carefully structured text and illustrations make reading accessible and enjoyable for all kids, whether they are newly independent readers or ready to take the next step. Do you like FRIENDS, MUSIC and HEARTWARMING STORIES?Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ. Ada the octopus loves to sing, and she has so many friends in Sing Club. In fact, she has TOO many friends! Ada's friends ask her to promise not to make any more besties. But then Ada meets Cleo. Can Ada keep her promise? From the creators of Your Kid's Next Read – the largest online children's book community in Australia – comes a new chapter in children's fiction. Join the conversation on Facebook today! Each book is expertly designed to support children who may be struggling with reading. Accessible fonts, carefully spaced text, off-white paper stock, shorter sentences and chapters, and supportive illustrations all work together to reduce overwhelm, build comprehension and create a reader-friendly experience. The Your Next Read Silver Series for beginner readers are 112 pages long, divided into six to eight short chapters with an illustration on every spread supporting short sentences and paragraphs. The Gold Series for emerging independent readers are 144 pages long, divided into eight to ten chapters with three illustrations in each chapter, and featuring more complex narratives. The easy-to-recognise icons covering themes like friendship, sport, mystery and humour, coupled with much-loved writers and illustrators, means kids can quickly identify the books that interest them most and follow those cues to discover a large library of books in the series to read and collect next.]]> 13 02
Niña Nill is a children's book author and illustrator based in Queensland, Australia whose work often captures the light and warmth of childhood, blending nostalgia with whimsy. She works in digital media as well as experimenting with traditional media like watercolour, gouache, pencil and pastel. Nia loves visiting the beach and museums, doing crochet, weaving, building miniatures and gardening as well as having adventures with her husband and two children.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/12f76382-0e4c-44f3-8fde-b488002464d2 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Kids 01 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Press 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 198 in 01 5029.2 mm 02 128 in 02 3251.2 mm 23 15 9781923419308 23 15 9781923419292 23 15 9781923419315 23 15 9781923419346 23 15 9781761825347 23 15 9781761821189 23 15 9781761825378 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 12.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 12.99 0.00 20260910 02 14.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 14.99 0.00 20260910 Affirm Press AU 01 20261230 9781761822353 02 02 1761822357 03 9781761822353 14 19781761822350 15 9781761822353 11 BH Board book Brentos Babies <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Beach Baby</TitleText> 01 252272096 1 A01 Brentos Brentos Brentos Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
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The Brentos Babies series introduces little ones to Australia’s most beloved creatures through gentle storytelling, vibrant scenes, and relatable daily routines. Each spread of these chunky board books pairs a baby animal with its parent, exploring familiar moments like waking up, feeding, playing, and resting – helping to strengthen early cognitive development and gross motor skills and encourage movement and interaction.
Set across Australia’s unique landscapes from beach to bush, ocean to desert each book celebrates a different biome and the baby animals that call it home. With a fact file about conservation status in the back of each book, this series sparks curiosity and a lifelong love of nature and reading.
Walk along Australia’s sunny shores and meet its playful and curious babies – just like you!
From hungry Australian Little Penguin chicks to playful Australian Fur Seal pups and tiny Curlew Sandpiper chicks darting across the shoreline, these baby animals fill their days with fun in the sun. Join them as they wake, explore and rest beside the rolling waves.
Delight in familiar baby and toddler routines and discover Australia's precious wildlife in this gentle, engaging board book series from bestselling creator Brentos.
]]> 13 02 Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.

]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7b33dd29-a906-458c-b6d5-b4800023ab3c 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Kids 01 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Press 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 6.752 in 01 171.5 mm 02 7.5 in 02 190.5 mm 23 15 9781760651763 23 15 9781460768204 23 15 9781922863799 23 15 9781923135451 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 18.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 18.99 0.00 20260910 Affirm Press AU 01 20261230 9781761822360 02 02 1761822365 03 9781761822360 14 19781761822367 15 9781761822360 11 BH Board book Brentos Babies <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Bush Baby</TitleText> 01 252273557 1 A01 Brentos Brentos Brentos Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
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]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 JNF003330 YBCB 2.1 10 JUV002370 10 JUV002000 12 YFP 12 YB 20 brentos, baby book, books for babies, books for toddlers, books for newborns, new baby gift, gift for baby, books for 1 year olds, books for 2 year olds, australian animals, aussie animals, baby animals, board book, baby board book, bush, gumtrees, outback, camping, summer, australia, australian souvenir, high contrast baby board books, books to make my baby smart, smart baby, baby development 93 YBCB 93 YBLL 93 YNNB1 17 03 0 04 3 01 02 Bond with your baby or toddler as you explore the world of adorable Australian animal babies.
The Brentos Babies series introduces little ones to Australia’s most beloved creatures through gentle storytelling, vibrant scenes, and relatable daily routines. Each spread of these chunky board books pairs a baby animal with its parent, exploring familiar moments like waking up, feeding, playing, and resting – helping to strengthen early cognitive development and gross motor skills and encourage movement and interaction.
Set across Australia’s unique landscapes from beach to bush, ocean to desert each book celebrates a different biome and the baby animals that call it home. With a fact file about conservation status in the back of each book, this series sparks curiosity and a lifelong love of nature and reading.
Step into the Australian bush and meet its playful and curious babies – just like you!
From sleepy Koala joeys and playful Tammar Wallaby joeys to hungry Platypus puggles, these bush babies are busy exploring their world. Follow along as they snack, climb and play beneath the eucalyptus trees.
Delight in familiar baby and toddler routines and discover Australia's precious wildlife in this gentle, engaging board book series from bestselling creator Brentos.
]]> 13 02 Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/60eb475e-bb1d-4bb9-b6f6-b4800023aea0 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Kids 01 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Press 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 6.752 in 01 171.5 mm 02 7.5 in 02 190.5 mm 23 15 9781760651763 23 15 9781460768204 23 15 9781922863799 23 15 9781923135451 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 18.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 18.99 0.00 20260910 Affirm Press AU 01 20261230 9781761822377 02 02 1761822373 03 9781761822377 14 19781761822374 15 9781761822377 11 BH Board book Brentos Babies <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ocean Baby</TitleText> 01 252273702 1 A01 Brentos Brentos Brentos Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
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]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 JNF003330 YBCB 2.1 10 JUV002370 10 JUV002000 12 YFP 12 YB 20 brentos, baby book, books for babies, books for toddlers, books for newborns, new baby gift, gift for baby, books for 1 year olds, books for 2 year olds, australian animals, aussie animals, baby animals, board book, baby board book, beach, ocean, water baby, summer, australia, australian souvenir, high contrast baby board books, books to make my baby smart, smart baby, baby development 93 YBCB 93 YBLL 93 YNNB1 17 03 0 04 3 01 02 Bond with your baby or toddler as you explore the world of adorable Australian animal babies.
The Brentos Babies series introduces little ones to Australia’s most beloved creatures through gentle storytelling, vibrant scenes, and relatable daily routines. Each spread of these chunky board books pairs a baby animal with its parent, exploring familiar moments like waking up, feeding, playing, and resting – helping to strengthen early cognitive development and gross motor skills and encourage movement and interaction.
Set across Australia’s unique landscapes from beach to bush, ocean to desert each book celebrates a different biome and the baby animals that call it home. With a fact file about conservation status in the back of each book, this series sparks curiosity and a lifelong love of nature and reading.
Dive beneath the waves and meet Australia’s playful and curious babies – just like you!
From gliding baby Leatherback Turtles and playful Humpback Whale calves to hungry Pygmy Seahorse fry, these little swimmers are learning to navigate their underwater world. Swim along as they feed, explore and rest in the ocean’s depths.
Delight in familiar baby and toddler routines and discover Australia's precious wildlife in this gentle, engaging board book series from bestselling creator Brentos.
]]> 13 02 Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.

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]]> 2 A12 Brentos Brentos Brentos Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 JNF003330 YBCB 2.1 10 JUV002370 10 JUV002000 12 YFP 12 YB 20 brentos, baby book, books for babies, books for toddlers, books for newborns, new baby gift, gift for baby, books for 1 year olds, books for 2 year olds, australian animals, aussie animals, baby animals, board book, baby board book, desert, outback, red centre, NT, top end, summer, australia, australian souvenir, high contrast baby board books, books to make my baby smart, smart baby, baby development 93 YBCB 93 YBLL 93 YNNB1 17 03 0 04 3 01 02 Bond with your baby or toddler as you explore the world of adorable Australian animal babies.
The Brentos Babies series introduces little ones to Australia’s most beloved creatures through gentle storytelling, vibrant scenes, and relatable daily routines. Each spread of these chunky board books pairs a baby animal with its parent, exploring familiar moments like waking up, feeding, playing, and resting – helping to strengthen early cognitive development and gross motor skills and encourage movement and interaction.
Set across Australia’s unique landscapes from beach to bush, ocean to desert each book celebrates a different biome and the baby animals that call it home. With a fact file about conservation status in the back of each book, this series sparks curiosity and a lifelong love of nature and reading.
Trek across Australia’s sunbaked desert and meet its playful and curious babies – just like you!
From hungry Thorny Devil hatchlings to scurrying baby Sand Goannas and curious baby Night Parrots, these desert dwellers are learning to navigate their world. Follow their day as they feed, play and shelter from the heat.
Delight in familiar baby and toddler routines and discover Australia's precious wildlife in this gentle, engaging board book series from bestselling creator Brentos.
]]> 13 02 Brentos is an illustrator, painter and designer based in Sydney. He finds joy in watching birds and wildlife play and translating their unique quirks through his pastel colours and linework. The natural world, humour, surf culture and long summers also play a big influence on Brentos's illustrations, which aim to capture a playful spirit while shining a light on the importance of loving and protecting Australia's native wildlife.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9b9986f0-7a66-4e2a-a6a4-b4800023b508 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Kids 01 01 Affirm Kids SIMN170 Affirm Press 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 6.752 in 01 171.5 mm 02 7.5 in 02 190.5 mm 23 15 9781760651763 23 15 9781460768204 23 15 9781922863799 23 15 9781923135451 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 18.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 18.99 0.00 20260910 Affirm Press AU 01 20261230 9781761829789 02 02 1761829785 03 9781761829789 14 19781761829786 15 9781761829789 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Jaded</TitleText> 01 239254857 1 A01 Anne Meredith Meredith, Anne Anne Meredith Anne Meredith is an American writer who has been writing for film and television for more than thirty years. Her credits include Bastard Out of Carolina, Losing Chase, and Out of the Ashes. She has won two Writers Guild of America awards for best adapted screenplay, as well as awards from PEN Center USA and CableACE. She went to Bard College and lives in the Hudson Valley. Jaded is her first novel.
]]> Anne Meredith 01 eng 368 00 368 03 FIC068000 10 FIC153000 10 FIC000000 20 litfic; spicy; sex; hot; erotic; gay; LGBTQ; lesbian; open marriage; eighties; 80s; age gap; power dynamics in relationships; academia; college; US; America; liberal arts; suicide; mental health; revenge; manipulation; control; obsession; desire; artist; student; 93 FB 93 FBA 01 01 01 02 When a mysterious young woman comes between two married professors, their carefully crafted cat-and-mouse game crumbles, as prey becomes predator.
It’s the summer of 1986 on the Kelsey College campus. Sam and Vera Ward got married decades ago and haven’t slept together since. With little desire to satiate Sam’s sexual appetite, Vera agrees to a certain tradition at the start of every school year. Sam is allowed to sleep with one woman of his choosing, with two ground rules: she must be a student at the college, and the affair cannot last beyond a year. This year, their target is a mysterious young woman named Jade who, unbeknownst to the Wards, is a hand grenade poised to destroy everything they’ve carefully built.
Alluring and sharp as a tack, Jade breaks all their rules. With a plan of her own, she holds Sam in the palm of her hand and grips Vera in a dance of obsession and desire. What unfolds is not a romance but a reckoning, where every touch conceals a move, and every secret becomes a weapon, spiralling into an explosive ending that will leave Vera, Jade and Sam completely undone.
Jaded is an electric, provocative novel about power – the abuse of and submission to it – where each character is forced to confront the messy web of complicity, lies and lust in which they have unwittingly entangled themselves.
‘Seductive, unsettling, and razor-sharp, Jaded is an addictive campus novel that slips a knife beneath the ribs of desire, marriage, and power ... A thrilling debut that never ceases to subvert and surprise.’ Chelsea Bieker, bestselling author of Madwoman
]]> 13 02 Bastard Out of Carolina, Losing Chase, and Out of the Ashes. She has won two Writers Guild of America awards for best adapted screenplay, as well as awards from PEN Center USA and CableACE. She went to Bard College and lives in the Hudson Valley. Jaded is her first novel.]]> 08 02 Jaded is an addictive campus novel that slips a knife beneath the ribs of desire, marriage, and power. Taut with psychological tension and charged with danger, Anne Meredith’s writing is fearless, intoxicating, and imbued with that particular depth of intelligent humor that speaks to the complex nature of inner pain. This novel is impossible to look away from. Jaded is a thrilling debut that never ceases to subvert and surprise.'
]]> Chelsea Bieker, bestselling author of Madwoman 08 02
]]> Ada Calhoun, NYT-bestselling author of Crush 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f8a0ccb8-c3d6-4c87-8391-b47200237cf7 01 S&S/Summit Books SIMO989 S&S/Summit Books 01 01 S&S/Summit Books SIMO989 S&S/Summit Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 23 15 9781476753188 23 15 9781668047170 27 15 9781761829796 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 S&S/Summit Books AU 01 20261230 9781761961281 02 02 1761961284 03 9781761961281 14 19781761961288 15 9781761961281 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Daddy Issues</TitleText> <Subtitle>A memoir</Subtitle> 01 258455297 1 A01 Sofia Franklyn Franklyn, Sofia Sofia Franklyn Call Her Daddy. After splitting with her collaborator and network, Sofia launched her solo podcast Sofia with an F which debuted at #1 overall on the Apple Podcast chart. Now in its sixth year, Sofia with an F has amassed millions of loyal listeners lovingly referred to as her “sloots.” Sofia’s singular voice takes on conversations about love, heartbreak, money, society, and mental health. Daddy Issues is her first book.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 BIO026000 10 BIO022000 10 BIO013000 20 Sofia with an F; Call Her Daddy; Call Her Alex; behind the scenes; influencer memoir; celebrity memoir; podcast; podcaster; female friendship; parasocial; misogyny; sexuality; healing; mental health; Barstool Sports; Dave Portnoy; Dave Portnoy Alex Cooper; Sofia Franklyn beef; Alex Cooper; Podcasts; I'm Glad My Mom Died; Jennette McCurdy; Dinner for Vampires; Bethany Joy Lenz; Men Have Called Her Crazy; Anna Marie Tendler; Down the Drain; Julia Fox; How to Giggle; Hannah Berner; Bad Mormon; Heather Gay; Barstool; David Portnoy; Spotify; Alix Earle 93 DNC 93 DNX 01 02 An unflinching memoir from Sofia Franklyn, cocreator of the hit podcast Call Her Daddy, offering an explosive story of power, friendship, reclamation and surviving yourself.

Long before the internet was watching, Sofia Franklyn learned to disappear. Dysfunction was normal and escape was instinct. New York City offered reinvention, and there she met Alex Cooper. They moved quickly: roommates, best friends, business partners.

Call Her Daddy became a phenomenon overnight, evolving into a cultural force and transforming its hosts into avatars of a moment and then into targets. But at the height of the show’s early success, their relationship imploded.

In hindsight, the warning signs were everywhere. Secrets, omissions, things left unsaid. Millions watched as Sofia went from one half of a beloved duo to the villain in the internet’s messiest breakup. She found herself at rock bottom again, not by the familiar hands of men, but by the unexpected betrayal of another woman. What followed was a private collapse that forced a reckoning, leading Sofia to interrogate her ambition and the cost of being understood as a headline.

After years of silence, Sofia tells her side for the first time. Daddy Issues is not a story of revenge. It’s a testimony and a raw, darkly funny portrait of girlhood, friendship, sexuality, agency and healing. At its core, it is a story of reclamation and the long, brutal work of surviving yourself.
]]> 13 02 Call Her Daddy. After splitting with her collaborator and network, Sofia launched her solo podcast Sofia with an F which debuted at #1 overall on the Apple Podcast chart. Now in its sixth year, Sofia with an F has amassed millions of loyal listeners lovingly referred to as her “sloots.” Sofia’s singular voice takes on conversations about love, heartbreak, money, society, and mental health. Daddy Issues is her first book.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7ec38634-43be-4fe6-99da-b4a600244c85 01 Simon & Schuster Australia SIMO372 Simon & Schuster Australia 01 01 Simon & Schuster Australia SIMO372 Simon & Schuster Australia 02 20261110 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 23 15 9781982185831 23 15 9781398547872 23 15 9781398541139 27 15 9781761961304 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261110 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Simon & Schuster Australia AU 01 20261110 9781764207485 02 02 1764207483 03 9781764207485 14 19781764207482 15 9781764207485 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Anthologia</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Collection of Stories for Every Woman</Subtitle> 01 273096669 1 B01 Natasha Gilmour Gilmour, Natasha Natasha Gilmour 2 B01 Daniella Libri Elias Libri Elias, Daniella Daniella Libri Elias 01 eng 224 00 224 03 LCO019000 20 women’s writing; anthology; female voices; Australian women authors; women’s stories; personal narratives; lived experience; memoir; true stories; creative nonfiction; essays; poetry; poetry collection; prose; literary collections; storytelling; inspirational nonfiction; Australian writing; contemporary women writers; book club reads; gift book 93 DNT 93 DNL 93 JBSF11 01 01 01 02 A COLLECTION OF STORIES FOR EVERY WOMAN
Contributors to this anthology include:
Daniella Libri Elias, Benita Bensch, Kristina Garla, Rose Mascaro, Rebecca (Achelles) Smith, Courtney Zerafa, Zoe Perry, Raeleen Molloy, Kirstin Bouse, S A Sisika, Alisha Waterman, Simone Connolly, Kellie Hannah, Donna Walsh, S Jo-Anne, Joanne Willmott, Jessica Savage, Stacey Howes, Aditi Kumar, Rena Harvey, Chaldee Gammo, Alessandra Lazarou, Elizabeth Hammang, Isabella Chilvers, Ashlee Candy Sam
]]> 13 02 Natasha Gilmour, publisher of The Kind Press and Literary Projects, and Daniella Libri Elias, author and cyclic educator, curate the annual Anthologia program to support women writers through access to publication.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e291d4b7-e8b9-4100-bcf4-b4870023ddaf 01 The Kind Press SIMN719 The Kind Press 01 01 The Kind Press SIMN719 The Kind Press 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 38.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 38.00 0.00 20260910 The Kind Press AU 01 20261230 9781772943184 02 02 1772943185 03 9781772943184 14 19781772943181 15 9781772943184 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback My Stepmom's Daughter is my Ex 4 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>My Stepmom's Daughter is my Ex Volume 4</TitleText> 01 267302776 1 A01 Kyosuke Kamishiro Kamishiro, Kyosuke Kyosuke Kamishiro 2 A12 Rei Kusakabe Kusakabe, Rei Rei Kusakabe 01 eng 162 00 162 03 CGN004050 WHC 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN014000 20 Manga;Romance;Comedy;Romcom;Anime;Anime tie-in 93 XAB 01 01 01 02 A former boyfriend and girlfriend must live uner one roof after their parents get married!

"That is... a promise from the past..."
A seating rearrangement in class brings the ex-couple closer together...!? Mizuto was elated about changing seats and being freed from his malicious ex-girlfriend seated behind! But memories of a certain good luck charm the ex-boyfriend once shared with Yume resurface...? The intensely-sweet and tantalizing romantic comedy about the bickering ex-couple continues!]]> 13 02
Rei Kusakabe is a Japanese manga artist best known for illustrating the manga adaptation of My Stepmom's Daughter Is My Ex (Mamahaha no Tsurego ga Motokano Datta), which began serialization on Niconico Seiga's Dra Dra Sharp and Dra Dra Flat platforms in April 2019. Kusakabe has also worked on other manga titles, including Ore no Megane wa Tabun Sekai Seifuku Dekiru to Omou. and Hiota no Kanojo ga Ore no Motteru Eroge ni Kyomi Shinshin Nandaga. Additionally, Kusakabe has served as both author and artist for works such as Akiba's Trip 2, The iDOLM@STER: Your Mess@ge, and Iinari!! Kyuuketsuhime.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8b70c27a-e280-4461-9aa3-b40d0024925e 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 01 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 08 0.297 lb 08 4.752 oz 08 134.72 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 30 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20260910 UDON Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781772944174 02 02 1772944173 03 9781772944174 14 19781772944171 15 9781772944174 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Shovel Knight: Ultimate Design Works</TitleText> 01 258415042 1 A01 Yacht Club Games Yacht Club Games Yacht Club Games 01 eng 276 00 276 03 ART064000 AB 2.1 10 ART023000 10 ART004000 20 Video game art, game design, Shovel Knight, pixel art, indie games, game development, concept art, art book, digital art, retro gaming, gaming culture, platformer games, game illustration, video game history, ultimate design works 93 AB 01 01 01 02 For all fans of video game developement and artwork. This is the ultimate collection of Shovel Kngiht artwork, gathered from across the franchise and its spinoffs!

SHOVEL KNIGHT is a sweeping classic action adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic created by Yacht Club Games.

Shovel Knight: Ultimate Design Works collects the fun and original artwork behind this landmark title, and its many expansions & spin-off games! Inside you’ll find key art, character concepts, enemy designs, sprite sheets, unused ideas, and more! This epic tome is also packed with creator commentary, as well as two exclusive interviews with the Yacht Club Games team.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f75fa07f-1a73-4ba7-a847-b38d003aeb4a 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 01 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 11.25 in 02 285.75 mm 08 1.787 lb 08 28.592 oz 08 810.57 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 120.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 120.00 0.00 20260910 02 135.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 135.00 0.00 20260910 UDON Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781772944198 02 02 177294419X 03 9781772944198 14 19781772944195 15 9781772944198 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>SNK Masterworks: Shinkiro</TitleText> 01 271881433 1 A07 Shinkiro Shinkiro Shinkiro 2 A01 SNK SNK SNK 01 eng 272 00 272 03 ART064000 10 ART019030 10 ART023000 20 SNK;video games;Shinkiro;art;Fatal Fury;The King of Fighters;Art of Fighting;fighting games; 01 01 01 02 UDON's Masterworks art book series collects the life works of legendary video game artists. These creative titans have defined the iconic characters and fantastic worlds gamers love to explore and experience.

In this volume:
Shinkiro's sharp rendering, vibrant colors, and endless creativity have energized dozens of SNK's video game franchises. In his career at SNK, Shinkiro has touched Fatal Fury, Art of Fighting, The King of Fighters, Samurai Shodown, Metal Slug, and many more SNK productions.

This volume collects Shinkiro's complete SNK illustration works in one epic tome.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/78ea1f1a-5570-40bc-825f-b4790024e279 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 01 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11.25 in 01 285.75 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 08 1.76 lb 08 28.16 oz 08 798.32 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 120.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 120.00 0.00 20260910 02 130.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 130.00 0.00 20260910 UDON Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781772944204 02 02 1772944203 03 9781772944204 14 19781772944201 15 9781772944204 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Capcom Masterworks: Shinkiro</TitleText> 01 271882607 1 A07 Shinkiro Shinkiro Shinkiro 01 eng 264 00 264 03 ART064000 10 ART019030 10 ART023000 20 Capcom;video games;Shinkiro;art;fighting games;Street Fighter;Monster Hunter;Final Fight;Resident Evil;Dead Rising;Capcom VS SNK 01 01 01 02 UDON's Masterworks art book series collects the life works of legendary video game artists. These creative titans have defined the iconic characters and fantastic worlds gamers love to explore and experience.

In this volume:
Shinkiro's sharp rendering, vibrant colors, and endless creativity have energized dozens of Capcom's video game franchises. In his over 25 years at Capcom, Shinkiro has touched Street Fighter, Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, Dead Rising, Final Fight, Ghosts 'n Goblins, Bionic Commando, crossovers games, and many more Capcom productions.

This volume collects Shinkiro's complete Capcom illustration works in one epic tome.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6e3ee7ca-ab18-48ce-972d-b4790024e611 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 01 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11.25 in 01 285.75 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 08 1.719 lb 08 27.504 oz 08 779.72 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 120.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 120.00 0.00 20260910 02 130.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 130.00 0.00 20260910 UDON Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781772944211 02 02 1772944211 03 9781772944211 14 19781772944218 15 9781772944211 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33</TitleText> 01 267306247 1 A01 Marine Macq Macq, Marine Marine Macq 01 eng 352 00 352 03 ART064000 AB 2.1 10 ART023000 10 ART008000 20 art book;video game;gaming;RPG;Clair Obscur;Expedition 33;France;game of the year;concept art;game development; 93 AB 01 01 01 02 Dive into the fascinating video game world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and discover the secrets behind its remarkable creation in this official artbook.

An unprecedented critical and commercial success, the video game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 captivated more than 3 million players just weeks after its release. A remarkable achievement for the young France-based studio Sandfall, made up of fewer than thirty people, which delivers its very first production here. With its stunning aesthetic, breathtaking soundtrack, gripping story, and finely tuned mechanics, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 propels the French game development scene to the height of its craft.

Created to offer fans and newcomers an engaging look into the creative process behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, this exclusive large-format volume gathers, across more than 350 pages, hundreds of previously unseen documents and illustrations used in the creation of one of the most fascinating games of recent years, including environments, characters, concept art, objects, and more. Author Marine Macq, immersed within Sandfall Studio during development, provides a captivating and intimate account of the choices and inspirations that shaped this enchanting universe, from the first sketches to the final renders.

To better understand what goes on behind the scenes—and the extraordinary human adventure represented by such an ambitious project—the development team candidly shares the secrets of their experience through a series of fascinating interviews.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0c1a5ea9-ea2d-46a3-9645-b40c002377b3 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 01 01 UDON Entertainment SIMN244 UDON Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11.75 in 01 298.45 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 08 2.181 lb 08 34.896 oz 08 989.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 120.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 120.00 0.00 20260910 02 135.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 135.00 0.00 20260910 UDON Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781787741157 02 02 178774115X 03 9781787741157 14 19781787741154 15 9781787741157 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Kamen Rider Kuuga 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Kamen Rider Kuuga Vol.12</TitleText> 01 251210565 1 A01 SHOTARO ISHINOMORI ISHINOMORI, SHOTARO SHOTARO ISHINOMORI SHOTARO ISHINOMORI 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004040 10 CGN004060 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/da0e98b6-d31b-4a2e-bf3a-b3420023633a 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20261230 9781787742772 02 02 1787742776 03 9781787742772 14 19781787742779 15 9781787742772 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Peanuts 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Snoopy Slipcase Set Vol.2</TitleText> 01 270775112 1 A01 CHARLES. M SCHULZ SCHULZ, CHARLES. M CHARLES. M SCHULZ CHARLES. M SCHULZ 01 eng 320 00 320 03 CGN014000 10 HUM001000 10 CGN004280 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 44 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/65592895-7beb-4bfa-9a0e-b45700246533 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.874 in 01 200 mm 02 5.236 in 02 133 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20261230 9781787743618 02 02 1787743616 03 9781787743618 14 19781787743615 15 9781787743618 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Working for God in a Godless World 6 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Working for God in a Godless World Vol.6</TitleText> 01 270775154 1 A01 AOI AKASHIRO AKASHIRO, AOI AOI AKASHIRO AOI AKASHIRO 01 eng 176 00 176 03 CGN004340 10 CGN004300 10 CGN016000 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/bdd16878-47c9-4965-a017-b4570024680f 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781787743922 02 02 1787743926 03 9781787743922 14 19781787743929 15 9781787743922 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Skull Island 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Escape from Skull Island Vol.2</TitleText> 01 270775196 1 A01 SIMON FURMAN FURMAN, SIMON SIMON FURMAN SIMON FURMAN 01 eng 112 00 112 03 CGN004060 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004370 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/358f6da6-a143-44a9-a95f-b45700246a7d 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270216 01 AU NZ 01 10.157 in 01 258 mm 02 6.693 in 02 170 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270216 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270216 9781787744707 02 02 1787744701 03 9781787744707 14 19781787744704 15 9781787744707 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Conan the Barbarian <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Conan the Barbarian 4-6 Slipcase Set</TitleText> 01 270775238 1 A01 Jim Zub Zub, Jim Jim Zub JIM ZUB 01 eng 352 00 352 03 CGN004380 10 CGN004030 10 CGN018000 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0f0aab5e-f22e-47d5-aab7-b45700246d26 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.157 in 01 258 mm 02 6.693 in 02 170 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 95.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 95.00 0.00 20260910 02 105.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 105.00 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781787744998 02 02 178774499X 03 9781787744998 14 19781787744995 15 9781787744998 11 BB Hardback Conan the Barbarian 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Savage Sword Of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.12</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Savage Sword Of Conan: The Original Comics Omnibus Vol.12</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 251211138 1 A01 Chuck Dixon Dixon, Chuck Chuck Dixon CHUCK DIXON 01 eng 844 00 844 03 CGN004380 FX 2.1 10 CGN004360 10 CGN018000 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7fedfe55-2c1b-4868-bd82-b342002375d1 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 10.866 in 01 276 mm 02 7.244 in 02 184 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 210.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 210.00 0.00 20260910 02 230.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 230.00 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20261230 9781787746817 02 02 178774681X 03 9781787746817 14 19781787746814 15 9781787746817 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Worst Man <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Worst Man</TitleText> 01 270775600 1 A01 BRANDT&STEIN BRANDT&STEIN BRANDT&STEIN 01 eng 240 00 240 03 CGN004090 10 CGN014000 10 CGN009000 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/13bf4d0f-d1cb-477f-ba02-b45700247677 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270216 01 AU NZ 01 10.157 in 01 258 mm 02 6.693 in 02 170 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270216 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270216 9781787748026 02 02 1787748022 03 9781787748026 14 19781787748023 15 9781787748026 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Tank Girl <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Who Killed Tank Girl? Slipcase Set</TitleText> 01 270776135 1 A01 ALAN MARTIN MARTIN, ALAN ALAN MARTIN ALAN MARTIN 01 eng 344 00 344 03 CGN014000 10 CGN004070 10 CGN004400 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9aa89a51-d74a-413d-9fc1-b45700248bd9 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270316 01 AU NZ 01 10.157 in 01 258 mm 02 6.693 in 02 170 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270316 02 85.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 85.00 0.00 20260910 02 95.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 95.00 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270316 9781787748361 02 02 1787748367 03 9781787748361 14 19781787748368 15 9781787748361 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Five Star Stories 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Five Star Stories Vol.1</TitleText> 01 251211751 1 A01 Mamoru Nagano Nagano, Mamoru Mamoru Nagano MAMORU NAGANO 01 eng 208 00 208 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004060 10 CGN004270 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 Prepare for an epic journey into the stars with The Five Star Stories, the ground-breaking mecha manga by Mamoru Nagano, now available in English in a collector-worthy edition. Faithfully replicating the original Japanese release as closely as possible, this edition features beautifully illustrated pages in colour and elegant French flaps, making it a must-have for collectors and longtime fans alike.
Set in the vast and tumultuous Joker Star Cluster, the series weaves together ancient empires, genetic engineering, and towering mechs known as Mortar Headds, piloted by elite warriors and their genetically engineered companions, the Fatimas.
In Vol. 1, we are introduced to Amaterasu, the immortal emperor of the Grees Kingdom, and his destined bride, Lachesis, as they navigate a galaxy rife with intrigue, warfare, and forbidden power. As interstellar tensions rise, the foundations are laid for a conflict that will determine the fate of the stars themselves.
Beyond the main story, Volume 1 offers a deep dive into Nagano’s immense universe, featuring character design pages, detailed character information, an intricate timeline, and lore presented directly from the source. A revealing postscript from Mamoru Nagano himself provides rare insight into the creation of this legendary saga, making this volume essential reading for fans who want to truly understand the world of The Five Star Stories.
With stunning artwork and unparalleled world-building, this first volume introduces readers to a visionary sci-fi epic where every page pulses with action, emotion, and high-stakes drama. The saga begins here… don’t miss your chance to experience this landmark work in English.
The Five Star Stories film, directed by Kazuo Yamazaki in 1989, adapts the first story arc, Destiny Three Fates: Lachesis, bringing the universe to vibrant animation. While the film offers a thrilling visual experience, the manga remains the definitive way to explore the intricate lore, characters, and vast scope of Mamoru Nagano’s creation.
]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/240f7ecd-4b17-4d00-b19a-b4020037b680 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.984 in 02 152 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781787748415 02 02 1787748413 03 9781787748415 14 19781787748412 15 9781787748415 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Dark Souls 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Dark Souls: Mother of Mourning Vol.1</TitleText> 01 270776181 1 A01 GEORGE MANN MANN, GEORGE GEORGE MANN GEORGE MANN 01 eng 112 00 112 03 CGN004060 10 CGN004030 10 CGN004040 93 XAK 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/70ab0c6b-e527-4e17-9dbe-b45700248e06 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270202 01 AU NZ 01 10.157 in 01 258 mm 02 6.693 in 02 170 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270202 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270202 9781787748651 02 02 1787748650 03 9781787748651 14 19781787748658 15 9781787748651 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Aoashi 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Aoashi (3-in-1 Edition) Volume 2 (Vol. 4,5,6)</TitleText> 01 270776390 1 A01 Kobayashi Yuugo Yuugo, Kobayashi Kobayashi Yuugo KOBAYASHI YUUGO 01 eng 624 00 624 03 CGN004340 10 CGN004200 10 CGN004280 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c918311a-b543-4792-a051-b4570024982d 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.504 in 01 216 mm 02 5.984 in 02 152 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 42.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 02 49.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20261230 9781787748811 02 02 1787748812 03 9781787748811 14 19781787748818 15 9781787748811 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Colori Colore Creare 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Colori Colore Creare Vol.1</TitleText> 01 266858200 1 A01 Kozue Amano Amano, Kozue Kozue Amano Kozue Amano 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 10 CGN016000 10 CGN004030 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4639e7cb-3b7b-4956-b1a9-b4090024e973 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20261230 9781787749252 02 02 1787749258 03 9781787749252 14 19781787749259 15 9781787749252 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback School for Wizards: Old Enough to Learn Magic 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>School for Wizards: Old Enough to Learn Magic Vol.1</TitleText> 01 270776716 1 A01 Yuhi Ueno Ueno, Yuhi Yuhi Ueno YUHI UENO 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004300 10 CGN004050 10 CGN016000 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/eacaa740-b091-4c0d-a363-b45700249f58 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270216 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270216 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270216 9781787749344 02 02 1787749347 03 9781787749344 14 19781787749341 15 9781787749344 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Assassin Laughs At Twilight 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Assassin Laughs at Twilight Vol.1</TitleText> 01 270776758 1 A01 MEGURIKUKURU MEGURIKUKURU MEGURIKUKURU 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004300 10 CGN004050 10 CGN016000 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d4687961-f9fa-4ca5-a055-b4570024a236 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781787749795 02 02 1787749797 03 9781787749795 14 19781787749792 15 9781787749795 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Record Journey 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Record Journey Vol.2</TitleText> 01 270776843 1 A01 RYOICHIRO KEZUKA KEZUKA, RYOICHIRO RYOICHIRO KEZUKA RYOICHIRO KEZUKA 01 eng 272 00 272 03 CGN034000 10 FIC133030 10 CGN008000 93 XAM 01 01 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/045e7702-be92-490b-ba42-b4570024a761 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.165 in 01 182 mm 02 5.039 in 02 128 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781789183931 03 02 1789183936 03 9781789183931 14 19781789183938 15 9781789183931 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Busy Vet's Guide to Cattle Practice</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Busy Vet's Guide to Cattle Practice</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 266637180 1 A01 Graham Duncanson Duncanson, Graham Graham Duncanson 01 eng 176 00 176 03 MED089020 20 Cattle emergency veterinary guide Veterinary emergency book Large animal emergency care Livestock emergency reference Farm animal emergency guide Cattle medicine handbook Accessible guide for vets Emergency care for cows and calves Veterinary guide for farm emergencies Practical large animal emergency guide Cattle emergency management Emergency treatments for livestock Farm vet reference book Veterinary student livestock guide 93 MZD 01 02
Whether you’re a dedicated farm vet, a practitioner who occasionally works with livestock, or a veterinary student preparing for fieldwork, this book offers clear, accessible guidance to ensure the best outcomes for your patients—when every second counts.]]> 13 02 04 02
1 Vital signs

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3 Bovine behaviour and restraint

4 Veterinary equipment

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6 Sedation, analgesia, and anaesthesia

7 Nutrition and metabolic conditions

8 Adult gastroenteric medicine

9 Respiratory and circulatory conditions

10 Urinary conditions

11 Reproductive conditions

12 Neurological conditions

13 Locomotory conditions

14 Integumental conditions

15 Poisons

16 Sudden death and euthanasia

17 Notifiable conditions

18 Zoonotic diseases
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horror;trans authors;transgender;transgender author;LGBT;LGBTQI+;LGBT author;LGBT authors;LGBTQ authors;LGBTQIA authors;horror;horror novel;horror book;fiction horror;nostalgic horror;90s horror;nineties;nineties horror;nineties horror novel;90s horror novel;90’s horror;90’s horror novel 93 FK 93 FKM 93 FKW 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d55bdc42-677e-4ab8-b2f9-b456002730b7 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835413098 02 02 1835413099 03 9781835413098 14 19781835413095 15 9781835413098 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Unearthed</TitleText> 01 270771065 1 B01 Dan Coxon Coxon, Dan Dan Coxon 2 B01 Philip Fracassi Fracassi, Philip Philip Fracassi 3 A01 Josh Malerman Malerman, Josh Josh Malerman 4 A01 Tim Lebbon Lebbon, Tim Tim Lebbon Dan Coxon 01 eng 336 00 336 03 FIC015000 20 Anthologies;Anthology;Short stories;Short fiction;Short story anthologies;Short fiction anthologies;Horror stories;Horror fiction;Horror short stories;Horror short fiction;Horror anthology;Horror anthologies;Archaeology;Archaeological;Archaeologist;Archaeology stories;Archaeology horror;Horror about Archaeology;Horror about ancient ruins;Ancient horror;Occult horror;Supernatural horror;World horror;Cursed places horror;Ancient sites;Horror about temples;World horror anthologies;Archaeology horror anthologies;World horror anthology;Horror short fiction anthology 93 FK 93 FKM 93 FYB 01 02 13 02
Tim Lebbon is the New York Times bestselling author of Eden, Coldbrook, The Silence, and the Relics trilogy. He has also written many successful movie novelizations and tie-ins for Alien and Firefly. Tim has won a World Fantasy Award, four British Fantasy Awards, a Bram Stoker Award, a Shocker, a Tombstone and been a finalist for the International Horror Guild and World Fantasy Awards. The Silence is now a gripping Netflix movie starring Stanley Tucci and Kiernan Shipka.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3c11c49f-6520-4ad5-8831-b45600274556 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835413258 02 02 1835413250 03 9781835413258 14 19781835413255 15 9781835413258 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Threadmender Chronicles 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Manor of Decay</TitleText> 01 268808755 1 A01 Maxym Martineau Martineau, Maxym Maxym Martineau Maxym Martineau 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC009090 20 Romantasy;Romantic fantasy;Romance in fantasy;Spicy romance;Spicy fantasy romance;Slow-burn romance;Slow-burn fantasy romance;Slow-burn romantasy;Slow burn romance;Slow burn fantasy romance;Slow burn romantasy;Fantasy romance;Faeries;Fae;Faerie fantasy;Fae fantasy;Dark fantasy;Supernatural fantasy;Folktales;Folklore;Folkloric fantasy;enemies to lovers;enemies to lovers books;enemies to lovers romance books;enemies to lovers romantasy books;enemies to lovers kindle;enemies to lovers kindle books;enemies to lovers dark romance;enemies to lovers books fantasy;enemies to lovers romance;enemies to lovers romantasy;enemies to lovers kindle romance;enemies to lovers kindle romance books;enemies to lovers kindle romantasy;enemies to lovers kindle romantasy books;Slow burn;Slow burn fantasy romance;slow burn romance;Slow burn romantasy;shadow daddy;broody protector 93 FMR 93 FMT 93 FRT 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/fbf4e39d-96a9-43ed-bc72-b4a500264357 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835413739 02 02 1835413730 03 9781835413739 14 19781835413736 15 9781835413739 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Raven and the Reindeer</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Raven and the Reindeer</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270771151 1 A01 T. Kingfisher Kingfisher, T. T. Kingfisher T. Kingfisher 01 eng 272 00 272 03 FIC010000 20 Fairytale;Fairytale retelling;Beauty and the Beast retelling;Fantasy;Fantasy retelling;Historical fantasy;Romantic fantasy;Dark fairytale;Lush;Fantasy romance;Charming;Reimagining;Classic reimaging;Cosy;Funny;Humorous fantasy;Feminist retelling;Gentle;Award winner;Love;Romance;Love story;Magic;Modern fairytale;Subversive;Subversive fairytale;Evil roses;Gardening;Plant magic;Roses;Frozen;The Snow Queen;Hans Christian Andersen 93 FNF 93 FMH 93 FMR 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f6a8b23c-76cb-4098-9973-b4a50026484f 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835413852 02 02 1835413854 03 9781835413852 14 19781835413859 15 9781835413852 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Official Story of the Film</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Official Story of the Film</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270525728 1 A01 John Walsh Walsh, John John Walsh 01 eng 176 00 176 03 PER004130 AP 2.1 20 horror;Leatherface;1974;Tobe Hooper;cult cinema;classic cinema;cult classic;cannibalism;road trip;hitchhiker;grandpa;Texas;chainsaw;independent cinema;killer;Marilyn Burns;Edwin Neal;Jim Siedow;Kim Henkel;Ed Gein;violence;slasher;slaughterhouse;hammer;meat hook;grave-robbing;exploitation;Paul A. Partain;William Vail;Allen Danziger;Teri McMinn;Gunnar Hansen;John Dugan;John Larroquette;grandpa;meat hook;film;skin;Sally Hardesty;Franklin;Kirk;Jerry;Pam;Bryanston Distributing Company;censorship;mask 93 ATMN 93 ATZ 93 ATFX 01 01 01 02 Official retrospective companion book to the 1974 film The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, featuring high-resolution screen grabs, interviews with key cast and crew and numerous never-before-seen photos from the shoot.
When The Texas Chain Saw Massacre was released in 1974, it shocked audiences with its gritty realism, graphic violence, and disturbing atmosphere. It redefined horror cinema, inspiring future slasher films and pushing the boundaries of on-screen terror. Despite censorship and controversy, it became a cult classic, influencing both filmmakers and popular culture with its raw intensity. Half a century after its initial release, it was added to the National Film Registry in recognition of its lasting legacy.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Official Story of the Film offers an in-depth look at the making of the iconic horror movie. This hardback book delves into the challenges and triumphs faced during production, featuring behind-the-scenes photos – some rarely seen – and exclusive archive materials. It includes fresh insights through new interviews with surviving cast and crew, shedding light on the film's enduring legacy and influence on the horror genre. A must-read for fans, the book provides a comprehensive exploration of the creative process behind this groundbreaking, genre-defining film.
]]> 13 02 John Walsh is an award winning filmmaker with a focus on social justice. His work ranges from television series to feature films. He is a double BAFTA and double Grierson Awards nominee for his groundbreaking work. John’s 1989 documentary on Ray Harryhausen (Movement Into Life) is held in the Ray and Diana Harryhausen Foundation’s archive. John also produced HD audio and film commentary recordings with Ray in his final years. Based in London, UK.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6850d914-e957-487c-a150-b4aa002496a4 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 12.756 in 01 324 mm 02 9.961 in 02 253 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 85.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 85.00 0.00 20260910 02 95.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 95.00 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835414064 02 02 1835414060 03 9781835414064 14 19781835414061 15 9781835414064 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Black Flame</TitleText> 01 246725380 1 A01 Gretchen Felker-Martin Felker-Martin, Gretchen Gretchen Felker-Martin Gretchen Felker-Martin 01 eng 240 00 240 03 FIC015000 20 New York City;New York horror;Trans horror;Queer horror;Trans horror authors;Queer horror authors;Bestselling horror authors;Horror set in New York;Film restoration;Remastering film;Cursed film horror;Cursed film horror book;Novella;Horror novella;Novellas;80s set horror;80’s set horror;Horror set in the 80s;1980’s horror;Nostalgic horror;Horror books about films;Horror novellas about films;Fake cursed films;Antisemitism horror;Retro horror;Film reel;Projector;Cinema;Movie theatre;Pictures 93 FK 93 FKW 93 FYC 01 02 A cursed film. A haunted past. A deadly secret.
The Baroness, an infamous exploitation film long thought destroyed by Nazi fire, is discovered fifty years later. When lonely archivist Ellen Kramer—deeply closeted and pathologically repressed—begins restoring the hedonistic movie, it unspools dark desires from deep within her.
As Ellen is consumed by visions and voices, she becomes convinced the movie is real, and is happening to her—and that frame by frame, she is unleashing its occult horrors on the world. Her life quickly begins to spiral out of control.
Until it all fades to black, and all that remains is a voice asking a question Ellen can’t answer but can’t get out of her mind.
Do you want it?
More than anything?
]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/106fe0dc-4f94-4c83-9c31-b4a500264cfc 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 21.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 02 25.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 25.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835414231 02 02 1835414230 03 9781835414231 14 19781835414238 15 9781835414231 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>House of Idyll</TitleText> 01 268808839 1 A01 Delilah Dawson Dawson, Delilah Delilah Dawson
Find her online at www.delilahsdawson.com and on social media, @delilahsdawson.]]> Delilah Dawson 01 eng 256 00 256 03 FIC015000 20 Horror;horror book;horror novel;horror novella;horror fiction;modern horror;modern horror book;modern horror novel;modern horror fiction;modern horror novella;short horror novel;short horror book;short horror fiction;feminist horror;feminist horror book;feminist horror novel;feminist horror novella;feminist horror fiction;cult horror;cult horror book;cult horror novel;cult horror novella;cult horror fiction;cult;cults;murder;ritual;unicorn horror;unicorn horror book;unicorn horror fiction;unicorn horror novel;unicorn horror novella;unicorn;unicorns;decadent;seductive;rich people horror;rich people horror book;rich people horror novel;rich people horror fiction;rich people horror novella;hedonism;hedonistic;horror gift;halloween gift;dark;dark humor;dark humour;dark humorous horror;dark humorous horror novel;dark humorous horror novella;dark humorous horror fiction;fiction;feminism;feminist;luxury;rock stars;billionaires;Hollywood;Hollywood horror;short horror gift books;violence;violent;blood;horses;horror thriller;short horror thriller 93 FKM 93 FUP 93 FQ 01 02 13 02
Find her online at www.delilahsdawson.com and on social media, @delilahsdawson.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b430e88d-2576-4cbf-a3d3-b4a5002650f4 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835414941 02 02 183541494X 03 9781835414941 14 19781835414948 15 9781835414941 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>An Empire in the Clouds</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>An</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Empire in the Clouds</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270771276 1 A01 Ai Jiang Jiang, Ai Ai Jiang Ai Jiang 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC009070 20 Fantasy;Science Fantasy;Science-Fantasy;Dark Fantasy;Chinese Fantasy;East Asian Fantasy;East Asian Science Fantasy;dark fantasy;science fantasy book;science fantasy fiction;science fantasy novel;drowning world;drowning continent;opera;opera fantasy;eco-fantasy;climate fantasy;climate science fiction;cli fi;post-apocalyptic fantasy;family secrets;betrayal;royal siblings;emperor;lotus;corruption;deception;floating empire;lotus empire;rebellion;deadly flood;fantasy book;fantasy novel;fantasy fiction;eco fantasy book;eco fantasy novel;eco fantasy fiction;eco-fantasy book;eco-fantasy novel;eco-fantasy fiction;masks;opera masks;painted masks;disguise;appearance;Chinese masks 93 FMT 93 FLQ 93 FXE 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e25074ad-deab-47c8-91b2-b456002757c7 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835415337 02 02 1835415334 03 9781835415337 14 19781835415334 15 9781835415337 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Hopeless Romantic's Guide to Enchantment</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Hopeless Romantic's Guide to Enchantment</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270771318 1 B01 Marie O'Regan O'Regan, Marie Marie O'Regan 2 B01 Paul Kane Kane, Paul Paul Kane Paul Kane is the award-winning and bestselling author/editor of over 90 books, including the Arrowhead trilogy (gathered together in the sellout Hooded Man omnibus, revolving around a post-apocalyptic version of Robin Hood), The Butterfly Man and Other Stories, Sherlock Holmes and the Servants of Hell, Before, Arcana and Pain Cages (an Amazon #1 bestseller). He is a respected anthologist, editing books such as Beyond Rue Morgue, The Mammoth Book of Body Horror, Hellbound Hearts and Exit Wounds. His website can be found at www.shadow-writer.co.uk and he tweets @PaulKaneShadow
]]> 3 A01 Hannah Maehrer Maehrer, Hannah Hannah Maehrer 4 A01 Kelley Armstrong Armstrong, Kelley Kelley Armstrong Marie O'Regan 01 eng 352 00 352 03 FIC009090 20 Fantasy;Romance;Romantasy;Romantic fantasy;Spicy;LGBTQ+;Queer romance;Diverse romance;love;Love stories;anthology;mythology;Enemies to lovers;Rivals to lovers;Marriage of convenience;Forced proximity;Friends to lovers;Love triangle;Opposites attract;Forbidden romance;soulmates;Second chance romance;Grumpy sunshine;Only one bed;Forbidden love;relationships;Meet cute;Sapphic romance 93 FMR 93 FRT 01 02 13 02
Paul Kane is the award-winning and bestselling author/editor of over 90 books, including the Arrowhead trilogy (gathered together in the sellout Hooded Man omnibus, revolving around a post-apocalyptic version of Robin Hood), The Butterfly Man and Other Stories, Sherlock Holmes and the Servants of Hell, Before, Arcana and Pain Cages (an Amazon #1 bestseller). He is a respected anthologist, editing books such as Beyond Rue Morgue, The Mammoth Book of Body Horror, Hellbound Hearts and Exit Wounds. His website can be found at www.shadow-writer.co.uk and he tweets @PaulKaneShadow

Hannah Nicole Maehrer—or as TikTok Knows her, @hannahnicolemae—is a fantasy romance author and BookToker with a propensity for villains. When she’s not creating bookish comedy skits about Villains and Assistants, she’s writing to Taylor Swift songs. Her biggest passions in life include romance, magic, laughter, and finding ways to include them all in everything she creates. Most days you can find her with her head in the clouds and a pen in her hand.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b96b6418-305f-40d2-acc7-b45600275c16 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 42.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 02 49.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835415634 02 02 1835415636 03 9781835415634 14 19781835415631 15 9781835415634 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Guardians of Dawn - Suhwa</TitleText> 01 268808884 1 A01 S. Jae-Jones Jae-Jones, S. S. Jae-Jones S. Jae-Jones 01 eng 432 00 432 03 FIC009100 20 fantasy;young adult;young adult fantasy;east asia;east asian-inspired fantasy;chinese-inspired fantasy;korean-inspired fantasy;magic;LGBTQ+;retelling;fairytale;fairytale retelling;reimagining;romantic fantasy;romance;romantasy;elements;elemental magic;nature magic;necromancy;plants;flowers;new adult fantasy;environment;eco-fantasy;lush;cosy;warm;Sapphic 93 FMR 93 FNF 93 FRT 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e0dd3443-b034-4315-b86a-b49f0023e41e 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835416273 02 02 1835416276 03 9781835416273 14 19781835416270 15 9781835416273 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Life is Strange: Out of Focus</TitleText> 01 270771528 1 A01 Rosiee Thor Thor, Rosiee Rosiee Thor Rosiee Thor 01 eng 256 00 256 03 FIC021000 20 Steph Gingrich;Drugstore Makeup;Izzie;Trans rep;Lesbian MC;LGBTQ+ MC;LGBTQ+ fiction;LGBTQ books;Representation;Queer fiction;Video game books;Videogame books;LiS;Wavelengths;Life is Strange backstory;Life is Strange fanfic;Steph Gingrich origin story;Max Caulfield;Chloe Price;Deandra Warrick;Alex Chen;Gabe Chen;YA fiction;Young Adult fiction;Young adult;The Meaning of Pride;Pride books;Diverse Voices;Haven Springs;Colorado;Representative fiction;Before the Storm;True Colors;Double Exposure;Square Enix;Sean Diaz;Daniel Diaz;Dontnod;Deck Nine;The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit;Life is Strange game;arcadia bay;Life is strange ps4;Life is strange switch;Life is strange comic;Life is strange ps5;Life is strange xbox 93 FYW 93 FRT 93 FMR 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/36eee718-0717-42bc-9ef0-b456002772d7 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835416730 02 02 183541673X 03 9781835416730 14 19781835416737 15 9781835416730 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Hammer Horror Omnibus</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Hammer Horror Omnibus</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 270771570 1 A01 John Burke Burke, John John Burke
He wrote under the pen names J. F. Burke, Jonathan Burke, John Burke, Jonathan George, Robert Miall, Martin Sands, Owen Burke, Sara Morris, Russ Ames, Roger Rougiere, Joanna Jones and co-wrote with his wife Jean Burke under the pen name Harriet Esmond.]]> John Burke 01 eng 336 00 336 03 FIC021000 20 Gore;Gruesome;Megaera;Medusa;Snake-hair;Haunting;Conspiracy;Mystery;Evil;Barbara Shelley;Alter-ego;Tragic;Fatalistic;Classic;Baron Victor;Monstrous;Murder;Mayhem;Creature;Playing God;Rampage;Execution;Dreadful;Psychological Horror;Doctor Stein;Gruesome;Experiments;Deformed;Hunchback;Dwarf;Violent;Transformation;Transplant;Ethical Dilemma;Morality;Archaeologist;Tomb;Pharoah;Ancient Curse;Mystical;Amulet;Creature feature 93 FKC 93 FK 93 FFC 01 02 13 02
He wrote under the pen names J. F. Burke, Jonathan Burke, John Burke, Jonathan George, Robert Miall, Martin Sands, Owen Burke, Sara Morris, Russ Ames, Roger Rougiere, Joanna Jones and co-wrote with his wife Jean Burke under the pen name Harriet Esmond.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ee91c5d5-d8a8-49a2-8cc4-b45600277722 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835417089 02 02 1835417086 03 9781835417089 14 19781835417086 15 9781835417089 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Halo: Evolutions</TitleText> 01 270771626 1 A01 Eric Nylund Nylund, Eric Eric Nylund 2 A01 Tobias Buckell Buckell, Tobias Tobias Buckell 3 A01 Karen Traviss Traviss, Karen Karen Traviss 4 A01 Robert McLees McLees, Robert Robert McLees Eric Nylund 01 eng 560 00 560 03 FIC021000 20 Arbiter;Didact;Elite;Flood;Forerunner;Ghost;Grunt;Guns;Halo;Halo 2;Halo 3;Halo 4;Halo: Infinite;Halo: Reach;Infinite;Jackal;Keith David;Master Chief;Masterchief;Needler;New Mumbasa;ODST;Orbital;Orbital Drop Ship;Phantom;Prophet;Reach;Sangheili;Science Fiction;Scorpion;Space Opera;Spark;Spartan;The Arbiter;The Covenant;The Flood;Wraith;Xbox 93 FYW 93 FLR 93 FLU 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f73425d3-81e7-4514-ace9-b45600277b8c 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835417478 02 02 1835417477 03 9781835417478 14 19781835417475 15 9781835417478 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Land of Oz</TitleText> 01 270771689 1 B01 Marie O'Regan O'Regan, Marie Marie O'Regan 2 B01 Paul Kane Kane, Paul Paul Kane Paul Kane is the award-winning and bestselling author/editor of over 90 books, including the Arrowhead trilogy (gathered together in the sellout Hooded Man omnibus, revolving around a post-apocalyptic version of Robin Hood), The Butterfly Man and Other Stories, Sherlock Holmes and the Servants of Hell, Before, Arcana and Pain Cages (an Amazon #1 bestseller). He is a respected anthologist, editing books such as Beyond Rue Morgue, The Mammoth Book of Body Horror, Hellbound Hearts and Exit Wounds. His website can be found at www.shadow-writer.co.uk and he tweets @PaulKaneShadow
]]> 3 A01 M. Carey Carey, M. M. Carey 4 A01 Christina Henry Henry, Christina Christina Henry
She enjoys running long distances, reading anything she can get her hands on and watching movies with samurai, zombies and/ or subtitles in her spare time. She lives in Chicago with her husband and son. Follow her on X @C_Henry_Author, on Facebook and Instagram @authorchristinahenry, and on her website www.christinahenry.net.]]> Marie O'Regan 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC003000 20 Wicked Witch;Wicked Witch of the West;Yellow Brick Road;Oz;Wizard of Oz;Dorothy;Toto;Ruby Slippers;Anthologies;Fantasy anthologies;Fantasy anthology;Short stories;collection;Dark fantasy;L Frank Baum;Retellings;Wonderful Wizard of Oz;Emerald City;Follow the yellow brick road;Scarecrow;Tin Man;Cowardly Lion;Witch;Monkey;Munchkin;Books about Oz;Wizard of Oz books;Oz anthologies;Dark fantasy anthologies;Dark fantasy anthology 93 FM 93 FMT 93 DNT 01 02 13 02
Paul Kane is the award-winning and bestselling author/editor of over 90 books, including the Arrowhead trilogy (gathered together in the sellout Hooded Man omnibus, revolving around a post-apocalyptic version of Robin Hood), The Butterfly Man and Other Stories, Sherlock Holmes and the Servants of Hell, Before, Arcana and Pain Cages (an Amazon #1 bestseller). He is a respected anthologist, editing books such as Beyond Rue Morgue, The Mammoth Book of Body Horror, Hellbound Hearts and Exit Wounds. His website can be found at www.shadow-writer.co.uk and he tweets @PaulKaneShadow

M. R. Carey has been making up stories for most of his life. His novel The Girl With All the Gifts was a word-of-mouth bestseller and is now a major motion picture based on his own screenplay. Under the name Mike Carey he has written for both DC and Marvel. He also has several previous novels, games, radio plays, and TV and movie screenplays to his credit.

Christina Henry is a horror and dark fantasy author whose works include The House that Horror Built, Good Girls Don’t Die, Horseman, Near the Bone, The Ghost Tree, Looking Glass, The Girl in Red, The Mermaid, Lost Boy, Red Queen, Alice and the seven- book urban fantasy Black Wings series.

She enjoys running long distances, reading anything she can get her hands on and watching movies with samurai, zombies and/ or subtitles in her spare time. She lives in Chicago with her husband and son. Follow her on X @C_Henry_Author, on Facebook and Instagram @authorchristinahenry, and on her website www.christinahenry.net.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2679aa39-b4c8-4628-bf98-b45600278015 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835418239 02 02 1835418236 03 9781835418239 14 19781835418236 15 9781835418239 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Star Trek: Lost History</TitleText> 01 271677846 1 A01 David Tilotta Tilotta, David David Tilotta 2 A01 Curt McAloney McAloney, Curt Curt McAloney 01 eng 256 00 256 03 PER010110 20 60s TV show;60s classic TV show;60s sci fi;aliens;anniversary;Bones McCoy;Captain Kirk;Chekov;DeForest Kelley;Dr McCoy;Enterprise;George Takei;James T. Kirk;Kirk;Klingons;Klingons;Leonard McCoy;Leonard Nimroy;McCoy;Nichelle Nichols;planets;retrospective;sci-fi;science fiction;Scotty;The Original Series;space;space travel;spaceships;Spock;Star Trek;Sulu;U.S.S. Enterprise;Uhura;Vulcan;Vulcans;Walter Koenig;William Shatner;Gene Roddenberry 93 ATJ 93 ATMN 93 AKL 01 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8f552af2-409d-4db8-b4cb-b48e00245ed8 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 10.984 in 02 279 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 85.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 85.00 0.00 20260910 02 95.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 95.00 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781835419120 02 02 1835419127 03 9781835419120 14 19781835419127 15 9781835419120 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Devil Inside</TitleText> 01 268809055 1 A01 Clay Chapman Chapman, Clay Clay Chapman Clay Chapman 01 eng 432 00 432 03 FIC027640 20 Horror;Horror novel;Horromance;Horror romance;Romantic fiction;Dark romance;Paranormal romance;Romantic horror novel;Horror romance novel;Demon possession;Demonic possession;Demonic horror;American horror;Supernatural horror;Supernatural romance;Romance novel;Dark romance novel;Dark romance horror;Horromance novel;Horromance fiction;Fiction novel;Horror books;US set horror;Horror romance fiction;Dark fiction;Spooky books;Scary books;Spooky horror;Supernatural book;Paranormal book 93 FKM 93 FKW 93 FRV 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/33266b80-f13e-4aa7-a488-b4a500266433 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.118 in 02 130 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781837841257 02 02 183784125X 03 9781837841257 14 19781837841254 15 9781837841257 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>An Edge Sharp Enough</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>An</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Edge Sharp Enough</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 268809181 1 A01 Jesse Sutanto Sutanto, Jesse Jesse Sutanto Jesse Sutanto 01 eng 432 00 432 03 FIC009070 20 Fantasy;Fantasy book;Fantasy novel;Dark fantasy;Dark fantasy book;Dark fantasy novel;Dark fantasy books;Dark fantasy novels;Grimdark;Grimdark book;Grimdark books;Grimdark novel;Grimdark novels;Grimdark fantasy;Diverse fantasy;Asian fantasy;Southeast Asian fantasy;Epic fantasy;Epic fantasy book;Epic fantasy novel;Dark Academia;Dark Academia fantasy;High fantasy;War fantasy;Magic;2026 fantasy;LGBTQ fantasy;Industrial fantasy;Dystopian fantasy;New fantasy series;Bestselling author;Assassin;Arcane;Fullmetal Alchemist;High fantasy book;High fantasy novel;Asian-inspired fantasy;Dark academia book;New fantasy book;Queer fantasy 93 FMT 93 FMB 93 FM 01 02 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c7a78c01-087c-430c-b0d7-b4650029669c 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 01 01 Titan Books SIMN370 Titan Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270112 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Titan Books AU 01 20270112 9781837868407 02 02 1837868409 03 9781837868407 14 19781837868404 15 9781837868407 11 BB B402 Hardback Zenith <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Zenith: Full Colour Omnibus Edition</TitleText> 01 263613033 1 A01 Grant Morrison Morrison, Grant Grant Morrison 2 A07 Steve Yeowell Yeowell, Steve Steve Yeowell 3 A07 JP Jordan Jordan, JP JP Jordan 01 eng 448 00 448 03 CGN004080 FXS 2.1 10 CGN017000 10 CGN004070 10 FIC063000 12 FL 12 FM 12 FJ 20 Zenith;Grant Morrison;Steve Yeowell;Coloured;Omnibus;superhero;British comics;Maximan;Red Dragon;Rob Williams;Prog;2000 AD;Megazine;Judge Dredd;Classic Comics;team;rock n roll;Arkham;Asylum;Batman;The Invisibles;Flex Mentallo;Masterman;Berlin;Many-Angled Ones;Cloud 9;Ruby Fox;Voltage;Dr Beat;White Heat;Thatcher;1980s;Wales;UK;Great Britain;Siadwel Rhys;Lux;Spook;Robot Archie;Metamaid;Steel Claw;Leopard from Lime Street;Catgirl;Fishboy;Miracle Man;Thunderbolt Jaxon;Ace Hart;Phase One;Phase Two;Phase Three;Phase Four;All Star Superman;WE3;Klaus;Frank Quitely;X-Men;Batman & Robin 93 XQK 93 XQL 93 XQE 93 XQG 93 FMS 01 01 01 02 The ultimate edition of Grant Morrison and Steve Yeowell's superpowered masterpiece!

The ultimate edition of Grant Morrison and Steve Yeowell's superpowered masterpiece!

In Berlin, 1945, the Allies unleashed Maximan to take on the German super soldier Masterman. Maximan's defeat was only kept secret by the nuclear bomb that destroyed both men. Forty-plus years later, and twenty years after a generation of '60s British superpowered heroes came and went, the teenage pop star Zenith is the only superhuman left. His only interests - women, drugs, alcohol and fame. So, when he is contacted about the threat from the many-angled ones and the impending destruction of our world, his first reaction is to steer well clear. But the superhumans of the past have other plans...

Grant Morrison and Steve Yeowell’s ground-breaking superhero odyssey is back and presented for the first time in full colour. From the pages of 2000 AD, this beloved classic represents a highpoint in the fifty-year history of the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic. Lovingly coloured by JP Jordan, sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll has never looked so good.]]> 13 02 Grant Morrison

Grant Morrison has authored too many bestselling graphic novels to count. Batman: Arkham Asylum, Doom Patrol, Animal Farm, Flex Mentallo and The Invisibles are just a few of the books with which Morrison has established himself as one of the masters of the medium.

Steve Yeowell

Steve Yeowell has been a massively popular 2000 AD artist since his debut as artist on the classic Zenith. He is also co-creator of Maniac 5, Red Fang, Red Razors and The Red Seas, and has pencilled Armitage, Black Light, DeMarco, Devlin Waugh, Future Shocks, Judge Dredd, A Life Less Ordinary, Nikolai Dante, Pussyfoot 5, The Scarlet Apocrypha, Sinister Dexter, Tharg the Mighty, Vector 13 and Black Shuck. His work outside the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic includes Batman, Doom Patrol, The Invisibles, Sebastian O, Skrull Kill Krew, Starman and X-Men.

JP Jordan

JP Jordan is a colourist/writer working out of Ireland. You can find his work in VR Troopers, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Scream!, High On Life, Ploughman, Sagas of the Shield Maiden, From Parts Unknown, Grawlgore & Shanks and more. You can follow his work at @jpjordan.bsky.social on Bluesky, or @jpthwip on Instagram. When he's not making comics, he can be found drinking a chai, whilst buried in books.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9ea825c9-804a-49b3-b9b1-b3ce0037d883 01 2000 AD SIMO168 2000 AD 01 01 2000 AD SIMO168 2000 AD 04 20270112 2026 01 AU NZ 01 11.125 in 01 282.58 mm 02 8.5 in 02 215.9 mm 08 2.53 lb 08 40.48 oz 08 1147.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 130.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 130.00 0.00 20260910 02 145.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 145.00 0.00 20260910 2000 AD AU 01 20270112 9781837868506 02 02 1837868506 03 9781837868506 14 19781837868503 15 9781837868506 11 BC B106 Paperback - Trade paperback (UK) The Trigan Empire 7 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Rise and Fall of the Trigan Empire volume VII</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Rise and Fall of the Trigan Empire volume VII</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263333485 1 A01 Ken Roscoe Ken Roscoe Ken Roscoe 2 A07 Gerry Wood Gerry Wood Gerry Wood 01 eng 240 00 240 03 CGN004070 FX 2.1 10 CGN004080 10 CGN006000 12 FLS 20 space • adventure • 60s • pulp • space opera • flash gordon • guardians of the galaxy • Trigan Empire • Don Lawrence • Mike Butterworth • Historical • Roman Empire • Dan Dare • Action • Star Wars • Star Trek • Ranger • Look and Learn • Philip Corke • Miguel Quesada • Oliver Frey • Terminal Man;zabriz conspiracy;skorpiads;zolt exodus 93 XAK 93 FLS 95 2ACB 01 01 01 02 The best-selling Treasury of British Comics archival series The Rise and Fall of the Trigan Empire reaches its conclusion.

The final archival omnibus edition of The Rise and Fall of the Trigan Empire collects all the strips published in Look and Learn from 1980 through to 1982: Ken Roscoe and Gerry Wood finish the story off in style…. and it would be another 40 years before the Trigan Empire returns Reprinted for the first time are the last eight stories featuring the Emperor Trigo, his nephew Janno, the scientist Peric, and many other fan favourites, as they struggle to protect Trigan city from both external and internal threats.]]> 13 02 Speed & Power.

Before taking over the reins of Trigan Empire, Gerry Wood painted numerous covers for Battle Picture Library and Speed & Power. His first painted comics strip was A Leap into the Future for World of Wonder. He would paint Trigan Empire until its initial run finished in the early 1980s, and afterwards he would provide illustration work for many educational books.]]> 08 02 Tripwire]]> 08 02 The Independent]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b6280083-3565-4203-92fe-b3cb003cdd3f 01 Rebellion SIMO560 Rebellion 01 01 Rebellion SIMO560 Rebellion 04 20270112 2026 01 AU NZ 01 10.875 in 01 276.23 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 08 0.833 lb 08 13.328 oz 08 377.84 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 65.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 02 75.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 75.00 0.00 20260910 Rebellion AU 01 20270112 9781837868636 02 02 1837868638 03 9781837868636 14 19781837868633 15 9781837868636 11 BC B102 B105 Trade Paperback The Hidden Legion Trilogy 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Broken Banner</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Broken Banner</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263333976 1 A01 Snorri Kristjánsson Kristjánsson, Snorri Snorri Kristjánsson 01 eng 320 00 320 03 FIC009030 FM 2.1 10 FIC009100 10 FIC014010 20 historical fiction;historical fantasy;romans;roman empire;alternate history;classical monsters;gods and monsters;best fantasy books;best new fantasy books;best historical fiction books;best new historical fiction books;roman legion;con iggledon;ben kane;legionaries;17th legion;history;ancient history;classical history;heroic fantasy;blemmyae;rome 93 FMH 93 FMB 93 FJH 01 01 01 02 Third and final instalment in the fun, action-packed historical fantasy series about a secret order of Roman monster-hunters.

“Fear… Terror… Something in the air.”

The Fort is under siege. Aemilius and the Hidden Legion, joined by their new Gaulish and Celtic allies, are led by the ghostly centurion Felix along a road through the Underworld to help break the siege. And they must go quickly, because their enemies are strong, and fierce, and many.

Back at the Fort, the augurs Flaxus and Egenny struggle with the signs. All is dark, and obscure, and full of fear. They are sure that the enemy is gathering strength against them, and against the whole Empire. And evil is brewing, even in the Emperor’s palace itself…]]> 13 02
He now spends his days working with words, eating cakes and teaching Drama.]]> 08 02 The Dirty Dozen and Ray Harryhausen we didn’t know we needed.” —The Financial Times on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 —Ragnar Jónasson on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 -Mark Lawrence, bestselling author of Red Sister on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 Kings of the Wyld, but with more uncouth and inventive insults. Great fun and I'm looking forward to the sequel.” —Fantasy Faction on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 —SciFiNow on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 —Grimdark Magazine on The Hidden Legion]]> 08 02 —Powder and Page on The Hidden Legion]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/46130357-9382-40c5-95ce-b3d50035a53f 01 Rebellion SIMO560 Rebellion 01 01 Rebellion SIMO560 Rebellion 04 20270112 2026 01 AU NZ 01 7.8125 in 01 198.44 mm 02 5.0625 in 02 128.59 mm 08 0.49 lb 08 7.84 oz 08 222.26 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 37.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 02 42.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 Rebellion AU 01 20270112 9781910080566 02 02 191008056X 03 9781910080566 14 19781910080563 15 9781910080566 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Alex Sparrow and the Really Big Stink</TitleText> 01 272700768 1 A01 Jennifer Killick Killick, Jennifer Jennifer Killick 01 eng 256 00 256 03 JUV019000 10 JUV002000 10 JUV035000 20 humour, school, friendship, superpowers, evil genius, teacher, pigeons, talking to animals, goldfish, family 93 YFQ 93 YFS 93 YFP 01 02 17 03 9 04 12 01 02 Alex Sparrow is a super-agent in training. He is also a human lie-detector. Working with Jess - who can communicate with animals - they must find out why their friends, and enemies, are all changing into polite and well behaved pupils. And exactly who is behind it all. This is a humorous tale full of farts, jokes and superhero references. Oh, and a rather clever goldfish called Bob. In a world where kids' flaws and peculiarities are being erased out of existence, Alex and Jess must rely on what makes them different to save the day.
]]> 13 02 Jennifer Killick always wanted to be a writer, but really started when she applied for a Creative Writing MA at Brunel University, which is where she got the idea for her first book Alex Sparrow and the Really Big Stink. Since then she has gone on to write many books, including two more in the Alex Sparrow series; Mo Lottie and the Junkers; Bookbuzz bestseller Crater Lake and sequel Crater lake Evolution, and the Dreadwood series. Jennifer lives in Uxbridge, in a house full of children and animals.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0803c780-c952-4a46-8be1-b489002462df 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 01 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.079 in 02 129 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Firefly Press AU 01 20261230 9781915444943 02 02 1915444942 03 9781915444943 14 19781915444940 15 9781915444943 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Project Pony</TitleText> 01 272700651 1 A01 Camilla Chester Chester, Camilla Camilla Chester Camilla Chester is a dog walker who writes. She’s been a finalist in two national children’s writing competitions, for the National Literacy Trust and Mslexia, and has previously successfully self-published three novels. Call Me Lion is her first traditionally published novel.
]]> 2 A12 Irina Avgustinovic Avgustinovic, Irina Irina Avgustinovic 01 eng 208 00 208 03 JUV002130 10 JUV001000 10 JUV013080 20 Horses, Ponies, Friendship, Family, Step-dad, Bedwetting, Bullying 93 YFP 93 YNNJ24 93 YFN 01 02 17 03 9 04 12 01 02 Natalie has had enough of her mum’s boyfriend, but what’s the best way to get him out of their lives for good? Perhaps going away with Mum and best friend Ashlin to the Own Your Own Pony week will persuade Mum that Natalie and horse riding are all they need.
]]> 13 02 Camilla Chester is a dog-walking, horse-riding writer. She’s been a finalist in two national children’s writing competitions, for the National Literacy Trust and Mslexia, and has previously successfully self-published three novels. Her first traditionally published novel Call Me Lion (Firefly 2022) was selected for The Summer Reading Challenge and the Read for Empathy List, won the 2023 Crystal Kite and was shortlisted for the UKLA Children's Book Awards. Camilla lives in Hertfordshire with her family and various furry friends.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/cfbc3904-a5e2-476b-8f07-b48900246e2b 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 01 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.079 in 02 129 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Firefly Press AU 01 20261230 9781917718004 02 02 1917718004 03 9781917718004 14 19781917718001 15 9781917718004 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Five</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Five</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 272700705 1 B01 Elgan Rhys Rhys, Elgan Elgan Rhys 01 eng 432 00 432 03 YAF054000 10 YAF011000 10 YAF023010 20 Shortlist, YA Book Prize, diversity, autism, ethnic minority, gender, cancer, friendship, identity, bereavement, place, coast, sea, strength, happiness 93 YFB 01 03 01 02 The Five follows a year in the interconnected lives of five very different teenagers who forge a singular bond at their secondary school in north-west Wales. As they navigate the joys and tribulations of what makes them different as individuals, their newfound community is both tested and strengthened. This boldly original and tender-hearted young adult novel is adapted by Mared Roberts from the multi-award-winning Welsh-language series Y Pump, which was co-created in an innovative authorship process.
]]> 13 02 Edited by Elgan Rhys, translated by Mared Roberts, with an introduction by Manon Steffan Ross. Authors and co-authors: Tim - Elgan Rhys, Tomos Jones; Tami - Mared Roberts, Ceri-Anne Gatehouse; Aniq - Marged Elen Wiliam, Mahum Umer; Robyn Iestyn Tyne, Leo Drayton; Cat Megan Angharad Hunter, Maisie Awen
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7d26698b-216c-45cc-9b1c-b48900247257 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 01 01 Firefly Press SIMN172 Firefly Press 02 20270216 01 AU NZ 01 7.795 in 01 198 mm 02 5.079 in 02 129 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20270216 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 Firefly Press AU 01 20270216 9781917923903 02 02 1917923902 03 9781917923903 14 19781917923900 15 9781917923903 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Fantastic Days</TitleText> <Subtitle>My Autobiography</Subtitle> 01 269385649 1 A01 Nick Heyward Heyward, Nick Nick Heyward Nick Heyward is the singer and songwriter for Haircut One Hundred as well as being a successful solo artist in his own right. He lives in Oxfordshire.
]]> 01 eng 336 00 336 03 BIO004000 BGFA 2.1 10 MUS029000 10 MUS050000 20 Nick Heyward, Haircut One Hundred, Pelican West, Fantastic Day, Love Plus One, 1980s, Eighties, Music, Musician, Pop, Pop music, Music biography, Autobiography, Memoir, Fame, Depression, Comeback, Nostalgia, Wham, George Michael, Pin Up, Smash Hits, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Creation, Oasis, Alan McGee, Synth Pop, 93 AVLP 93 DNBF1 93 AVP 01 02 The long overdue autobiography from singer-songwriter and '80s pop sensation Nick Heyward.

In 1981, Nick Heyward and school friends Graham Jones and Les Nemes signed their band Haircut One Hundred to Arista records. Less than two years later, frontman and principal songwriter Heyward had left. But within that short period, they scored four Top 10 singles, a number two platinum album with Pelican West and countless magazine covers for Heyward who had become both a pin-up and a star.

Forty-four years later and the original reunited Haircut One Hundred have finally released their second album. The intervening years saw Nick carve out a critically acclaimed solo career, one that saw him at home on the eighties nostalgia circuit whilst being feted by the cream of nineties britpop aristocracy when he signed to Alan McGee’s Creation in 1998. Since 1983 he has released nine solo albums. This is Nick’s story. It is a book about childhood dreams and jealousy, about international fame and being a commercial outcast, about depression and enlightenment and about the longest overdue comeback in pop music history.

In Fantastic Days, singer-songwriter and ’80s pop sensation Nick Heyward tells the story of his time as frontman and songwriter for Haircut One Hundred, his depression and breakdown following the band’s split, time spent on Creation Records in the mid-’90s, his (non-denominational) spiritual reawakening and the subsequent reformation of the band he left in 1982. Fantastic Days is a funny, self-deprecating and soul-searching read.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1f6a2528-9ad8-43e9-9d1c-b48e002467f0 01 New Modern SIMN357 New Modern 01 01 New Modern SIMN357 Putman Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 27 15 9781917923927 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 Putman Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781922468253 03 02 1922468258 03 9781922468253 14 19781922468250 15 9781922468253 11 PD Cards Rockpool Oracle <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Glamour Oracle</TitleText> <Subtitle>...Because goodness has nothing to do with it!</Subtitle> 01 261968601 1 A01 Lisa Lister Lister, Lisa Lisa Lister Lisa Lister 01 eng 112 00 112 03 OCC024000 VXFC1 2.1 10 OCC019000 10 OCC028000 20 glamourous; femme fatale; siren; desire; maven; queen; rebel; sorceress; feminine; feminine magic; enchant; control; magnetism; burlesque; seductive; power; attraction; divine feminine 93 VXFC1 93 VXWM 93 VSPM 01 01 01 02 Embrace your power through harnessing glamour!

Blending the mystical with vintage charm, the Glamour Oracle infuses glamour into the everyday through self-care, beauty rituals and intentional manifestation.

The 36 cards and accompanying guidebook combine magic and aesthetics to reclaim glamour as an empowering spiritual force.

This isn’t about vanity: it’s about channelling the divine by cultivating inner and outer radiance.

This oracle is inspired by the vintage beauty of icons like Dita von Teese and Mae West. The feminine divine goes hand-in-hand with ruby red lipstick in this modern take on glamour and magic. Whether you're prepping for an event, manifesting your desires, or simply elevating your everyday routines, you'll discover practical, empowering messages that turn ordinary moments into sacred rituals in this luxe, modern deck.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4af52cc3-b120-4c8e-9804-b40900251f16 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 01 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 02 20260929 01 AU NZ 01 5.0394 in 01 128 mm 02 3.5433 in 02 90 mm 03 1.3 in 03 33.02 mm 08 0.7 lb 08 11.2 oz 08 317.51 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260831 20260929 24 02 34.99 AUD AU S 10.00 31.81 3.18 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 34.77 5.22 20260910 Rockpool Publishing AU 01 20260929 9781922468451 03 02 1922468452 03 9781922468451 14 19781922468458 15 9781922468451 11 PD Cards Rockpool Oracle <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Witch's Homestead Oracle</TitleText> 01 261968646 1 A01 Hadas Knox Knox, Hadas Hadas Knox 2 A12 Giada Rose Rose, Giada Giada Rose Hadas Knox 01 eng 160 00 160 03 OCC024000 VXFC1 2.1 10 OCC005000 10 OCC026000 20 cottagecore; cottagecore aesthetic; Victoriana; dreams; back to nature; ancient; tradition; modern rural fantasy; antique; fantasy; beauty; cottagecore; cozy farm; farm witch; farmhouse 93 VXFC1 93 VXFC1 93 VXWT 93 VXWT 93 VXW 93 VXW 01 01 01 02 Seasons of the Witch bestselling illustrator Giada Rose brings us an enchanting oracle deck imbued with the rustic charm of cottagecore, capturing the magic beauty of a slow life intimately connected to the land.

This enchanting oracle deck unfolds the spirit of a mysterious Victorian farm before you. Infused with the rustic charm of cottagecore, each card invites you into a world where the witch's homestead serves as both a sanctuary and a guardian of secrets. With a dreamy, desaturated aesthetic, the imagery captures the haunting beauty of a life deeply intertwined with the land. Allow yourself to be transported into a realm of whispered spells and hidden wisdom, where every draw reveals a glimpse into the profound connection between nature, everyday life and magic.]]> 13 02
AUTHOR LIVES IN KENTUCKY, USA. Giada Rose, an illustrator based in Kentucky, explores the threads stretching between nature, femininity, folklore, history, spirituality, and art. Previous works include the Seasons of the Witch Samhain, Yule, and Beltane oracle decks published by Rockpool Publishing. Instagram: @giadarosegoodman Website: giada-rose.com]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9c6e3568-59dd-4ee7-80db-b4090025219e 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 01 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 02 20260929 01 AU NZ 01 5.0394 in 01 128 mm 02 3.5433 in 02 90 mm 03 1.5 in 03 38.1 mm 08 0.9 lb 08 14.4 oz 08 408.23 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260907 20260929 24 02 34.99 AUD AU S 10.00 31.81 3.18 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 34.77 5.22 20260910 Rockpool Publishing AU 01 20260929 9781922468710 02 02 1922468711 03 9781922468710 14 19781922468717 15 9781922468710 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Peace - The Japanese Way of Harmony</TitleText> 01 269933028 1 A01 Yukiko Hirano Hirano, Yukiko Yukiko Hirano Yukiko Hirano 01 eng 304 00 304 03 PHI025000 VS 2.1 10 OCC010000 10 SEL000000 20 Beauty; Calm; Eastern philosophy; Inner growth; Inner peace; Japan; Meditation; Mindfulness; Peace; Personal development; Self-help; Serenity; Simplicity; Wabi-Sabi; Zen; Buddhist principles; Buddhism; zen principles of life; how to be Zen; books about inner peace; how to achieve peace; 93 VS 93 VSPD 93 QDHC 01 01 01 02 Explore the understated wisdom woven into everyday Japanese life.

This book does not ask you to revere Japan, nor to copy its ways. Rather, it asks you learn what makes Japan such a unique and peaceful society for its people.

Author Yukiko Hirano guides readers to the conclusion that peace is where happiness begins, and is something to be attained by treating small acts with a sense of calm and gratitude.

In this powerfully reflective book, Yukiko explores habits learned without instruction, kindness offered without words, and rituals that gently steady the heart.

Drawing on personal memories shaped in temples, neighbourhoods, and ordinary moments from her early life in Japan, she reveals how peace is not achieved through striving, but through attention, restraint, and care. Now residing in Sydney, Australia, she practices Japanese philosophies of peace learned in Japan. She invites readers to rediscover a sense of calm that transcends culture, place, and belief.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/caa68f5b-ed56-4e5e-8f83-b4660024e9b3 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 01 01 Rockpool Publishing SIMO940 Rockpool Publishing 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 6.9685 in 01 177 mm 02 4.9213 in 02 125 mm 08 0.697 lb 08 11.152 oz 08 316.15 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261130 20261230 40 02 27.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 27.99 0.00 20260910 02 32.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 Rockpool Publishing AU 01 20261230 9781923141742 02 02 1923141740 03 9781923141742 14 19781923141749 15 9781923141742 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>My Big Book of Wheels</TitleText> 01 268808462 1 A01 Sharna Carter Carter, Sharna Sharna Carter Sharna Carter is a children’s author from the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. As a Drama teacher, she discovered the power of words and performance which ultimately led her to explore children’s literature. Sharna is the author of The Sleepy Train (2026) and I Dreamed of You (2025), both published by Affirm Press.
]]> 2 A12 Christopher Nielsen Nielsen, Christopher Christopher Nielsen Christopher Nielsen is an Australian author illustrator specializing in bringing joy and wonder to children through his art and storytelling. His illustrations are inspired by a deep passion for mid-century culture and design. His first picture book Once Upon An ABC saw him shortlisted for the CBCA Crichton Award for Best New Illustrator and Just One Bee received the CBCA Honour Award for Picture Book Of The Year.
]]> 01 eng 24 00 24 03 JUV009030 10 JUV041030 10 JUV041000 20 vehicles; cars; wheels; train; bus; car; mechanic; pram 93 YNTR 93 YNWT 93 YNTM 01 02 17 03 0 04 3 01 02 Wheels are everywhere – round, rolling and ready for fun!
Perfect for babies and toddlers, My Big Book of Wheels turns everyday objects into a bouncy adventure. With playful rhymes, simple ideas and bold illustrations, little ones will love counting up to ten and back again while discovering all the amazing things wheels can do.
Best of all, the fun doesn’t end when the book closes – you can spot wheels anywhere!
]]> 13 02 Sharna Carter is a children’s author from the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. As a Drama teacher, she discovered the power of words and performance which ultimately led her to explore children’s literature. Sharna is the author of The Sleepy Train (2026) and I Dreamed of You (2025), both published by Affirm Press.
Christopher Nielsen is an Australian author illustrator specializing in bringing joy and wonder to children through his art and storytelling. His illustrations are inspired by a deep passion for mid-century culture and design. His first picture book Once Upon An ABC saw him shortlisted for the CBCA Crichton Award for Best New Illustrator and Just One Bee received the CBCA Honour Award for Picture Book Of The Year.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e9df840c-561d-46bb-9b7c-b498002442cf 01 Little Book Press SIMN059 Little Book Press 01 01 Little Book Press SIMN059 Little Book Press 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9.449 in 01 240 mm 02 11.811 in 02 300 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Little Book Press AU 01 20261230 9781923141872 02 02 1923141872 03 9781923141872 14 19781923141879 15 9781923141872 11 BK Novelty book <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Rhyme Time Ride</TitleText> 01 272891196 1 A12 Ashleigh Abbot Abbot, Ashleigh Ashleigh Abbot 01 eng 12 00 12 03 20 nursery; rhyming; farm animals; bees; babies; contrast 01 02 17 03 0 04 2 01 02 A high-contrast black & white buggy book created especially for babies and featuring six beloved songs to sing wherever your adventures take you. Simply attach it to your pram, and your little one will always have their favourite rhymes and high-contrast pictures close by for happy outings!
Featuring:
Here Is the Beehive
Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Giddy Up
Bingo
Incy Wincy Spider
]]> 13 02 Ashleigh Abbott’s career as a graphic designer and illustrator emerged from a life-long passion for colour, art and beautiful design. Ashleigh graduated with a Bachelor in Visual Communication/Graphic Design and a Post Graduate Diploma in Visual Arts and Design before working at three reputable design studios specialising in branding and illustration. Ashleigh has been recognised by peers nationally through the highly acclaimed AGDA Awards. Ashleigh has maintained her own visual style and has exhibited her work in galleries, markets, on murals and textiles.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5b60858f-121d-4ce4-b83d-b4840024989c 01 Little Book Press SIMN059 Little Book Press 01 01 Little Book Press SIMN059 Little Book Press 02 20261201 01 AU NZ 01 3.543 in 01 90 mm 02 3.543 in 02 90 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261201 02 9.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 9.99 0.00 20260910 02 12.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 12.99 0.00 20260910 Little Book Press AU 01 20261201 9781923720350 02 02 192372035X 03 9781923720350 14 19781923720357 15 9781923720350 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Fire Mission Vietnam</TitleText> <Subtitle>An Australian Forward Observer in the Vietnam War</Subtitle> 01 269024179 1 A01 Steve Gower Gower, Steve Steve Gower 01 eng 206 00 206 03 BIO008000 10 BIO026000 10 HIS027070 10 HIS027000 20 Vietnam War, Vietnam War memoir, Australian Vietnam War, Australian Army, Australian artillery, artillery forward observer, Royal Australian Regiment, military history, combat memoir, Vietnam veteran, first-hand account, jungle warfare, fire support, infantry operations, battlefield leadership, true war stories, military nonfiction, Australian military history, war memoir, combat history, search and destroy missions, tactical warfare, frontline memoir, Australian soldiers, Vietnam War books, We Were Soldiers, The Things They Carried, Matterhorn, Chickenhawk, Dispatches, A Rumor of War, The Women by Kristin Hannah, best Vietnam War books, Australian war books, ANZAC military history, Vietnam War anniversary, Cold War history, military leadership, war biography, combat leadership 93 DNC 93 JWLF 01 01 01 02 One wrong call could cost lives. One accurate fire mission could save them.

In Vietnam, Steve Gower did not watch the war from behind the guns. He walked with the infantry, carrying the responsibility of calling them in.

In 1966, Gower was a young captain with 101st Field Battery when he was sent to South Vietnam. His role was artillery forward observer: to move with Australian infantry patrols through jungle, rubber plantations, villages, swamps and ridgelines, and provide the fire support that could mean the difference between survival and disaster.

Officially, the task was simple: deliver ‘timely, accurate and effective fire support’. In reality, it demanded nerve, precision and judgement under pressure. Gower carried radios, batteries, ammunition, maps and equipment through punishing country, all while living the same hard routine as the infantrymen around him. He knew that one wrong call could cost lives. One accurate mission could save them.

Serving with the 5th and 6th Battalions of the Royal Australian Regiment, Gower took part in search-and-destroy missions, cordon-and-search operations, heliborne assaults, road-protection tasks and long patrols from forward operating bases. He writes of the boredom and fear, the black humour and exhaustion, the sudden violence of jungle warfare and the deep camaraderie of men who lived day after day with the safety catch off.

Fire Mission Vietnam is both a personal account of one Australian officer’s war and a rare record of the artillery forward observer’s role in Vietnam. Written by a Vietnam veteran, gunner and former Director of the Australian War Memorial, this is an important first-hand account of fire support, infantry operations and Australian service in one of the nation’s most controversial wars.

A tribute to the gunners and infantrymen who served in one of Australia’s most controversial wars.
]]> 13 02 Steve Gower graduated from the Royal Military College, Duntroon, in 1961. In 1966 he was serving in the 1st Field Regiment when he was sent to Vietnam as a forward observer. On his return he served in a variety of artillery positions, including as Commanding Officer of the 8th/12th Medium Regiment. He completed numerous training and policy appointments before his promotion to major general as Assistant Chief of the Defence Force for Logistics and Personnel. He retired from the Army to accept the directorship of the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, a position he held for 16 years.

]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/51818a99-5dff-49f4-8b60-b49700241b83 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 01 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 27 15 9781923720367 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Big Sky Publishing AU 01 20261230 9781923720398 02 02 1923720392 03 9781923720398 14 19781923720395 15 9781923720398 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Murder in the Pacific <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Craig Cove</TitleText> 01 273363751 1 A01 Matt Francis Francis, Matt Matt Francis Matt Francis is an Australian based academic with a love of Vanuatu and the Pacific. He has spent the last two decades researching and writing about this part of the world. Matt Francis began his career working for an international aid agency and has undertaken development-based work across Asia and the Pacific. In this award-winning crime novel series set in Vanuatu, Matt Francis introduces Sergeant George Wong and Constable Jayline Oli of the Vanuatu Police Force. George and Jayline travel across the six provinces of Vanuatu solving murders that involve international geopolitics, local kastoms, colonial legacies and natural hazards. Solving crimes in resource-poor Vanuatu relies on basic policing and building trust and relationships with local communities. While George is masterful at the first, it is up to Jayline to provide the later.
]]> 01 eng 337 00 337 03 FIC022000 10 FIC031010 10 FIC022020 20 Ambrym volcano, Vanuatu mystery, volcano thriller, volcanic eruption, murder mystery, detective thriller, police procedural, island evacuation, island mystery, locked island mystery, Pacific crime fiction, Benbow volcano, volcanologist murder, forensic mystery, disaster thriller, survival thriller, tropical mystery, atmospheric suspense, kastom, Melanesian culture, island crime novel, Australian crime fiction, Australian mystery, Australian detective fiction, Australian thriller, Pacific noir, crime fiction Australia, outback mystery readers, Jane Harper, Chris Hammer, Garry Disher, Candice Fox, Sulari Gentill, Michael Robotham, The Dry, Scrublands, Silver, Force of Nature, best Australian crime novels, Australian crime bestsellers, Australian mystery books, Australian book club fiction, geological thriller, environmental thriller, award-winning crime fiction, Ned Kelly Award, Australian literary thriller 93 FF 93 FH 98 5P 01 01 01 02 On Ambrym, the volcano is waking — and so is a killer.
Sergeant George Long and Constable Jayline Oli arrive in Craig Cove during an island-wide evacuation, tasked with finding Isabelle Morris, the widow of a Ni-Vanuatu worker killed in Australia. But as Benbow volcano rumbles and villages empty, their mission is derailed by the discovery of a body.
Dutch volcanologist Helmut Klein has been found strangled near a remote monitoring site. He was part of an international scientific team using new technology to predict the eruption — a team riddled with rivalry, jealousy and secrets. Yet on Ambrym, science is not the only way to understand a volcano. Kastom, nakaemas and old grievances run deep, and George soon finds that every explanation comes with its own danger.
Trapped on a near-deserted island with six suspects, no forensic support, and the last evacuation flight fast approaching, George and Jayline must solve a murder before Benbow erupts — and the truth disappears beneath ash and fire.
Ifira Point, the first book in the award-winning Murder in the Pacific series, won the Ned Kelly Award for Best Debut Crime Fiction.
‘An island is being evacuated. A killer is staying behind.’
Praise for the series:
‘… a tour de force both in its vivid descriptions of warts-and-all Vanuatu and its ability to suck the reader into the frustrating investigation of its likeable detective. A thoroughly enjoyable read.’ – Colin Cotterill, best-selling crime fiction author
'I was hooked from the beginning ... It’s easy to imagine this adapted for TV.'
Rowan MacDonald
‘I was really intrigued because the place setting is an integral “character” of the book’. – Emily Webb, best-selling author
]]> 13 02 Matt Francis is the author of the award-winning ‘Murder in the Pacific’ crime series featuring Sergeant George Long and Constable Jayline Oli of the Vanuatu Police Force. When not writing, Matt is an Australian academic who has spent more than two decades studying Vanuatu and the wider Pacific. It is this work that gave rise to Matt’s love of this part of the world. He has also written several film scripts and a stage musical. Matt lives in Melbourne with his wife and three children.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1eb8cd54-0816-4efd-81cf-b49700242393 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 01 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 27 15 9781923720404 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Big Sky Publishing AU 01 20261230 9781923720435 02 02 1923720430 03 9781923720435 14 19781923720432 15 9781923720435 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Alphabet Company</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Australian Unit that Powered the Underground War on the Western Front</Subtitle> 01 273365036 1 A01 Damien Finlayson Finlayson, Damien Damien Finlayson 01 eng 338 00 338 03 HIS027090 10 HIS027130 10 TEC025000 20 Alphabet Company, Australian Imperial Force, AIF, World War I, First World War, Australian military history, Australian Army, Western Front, trench warfare, underground war, military engineering, combat engineers, tunnelling companies, mining warfare, battlefield engineering, Somme, Flanders, Ypres, Passchendaele, ANZAC history, Australian war heroes, Great War history, military nonfiction, forgotten Australian soldiers, WWI history books, Australian war books, Les Carlyon, Peter FitzSimons, Peter Stanley, Peter Hart, Lyn Macdonald, Charles Bean, Gallipoli, Pozieres, Fromelles, The Great War, The Last Anzacs, Gallipoli by Peter FitzSimons, Australian ANZAC books, bestselling Australian military history, ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day Australia, Australian War Memorial, World War I anniversary, Australian military heritage, military engineering history, Australian history bestsellers. 93 NHW 93 NHWR5 01 01 01 02 Beneath the Western Front, a tiny Australian unit kept the underground war alive.
Fewer than 300 men served in the Australian Electrical and Mechanical Mining and Boring Company. Few outside the battlefield knew their name. Yet across the British sector, from Flanders to the Somme, the work of this remarkable AIF unit was indispensable.
Known as ‘Alphabet Company’, they operated in some of the most dangerous and unforgiving conditions of the Great War. Led by Major Victor Morse, DSO, the Alphabeticals installed and maintained the pumps, generators, ventilation fans, drilling equipment and electrical systems that kept tunnels, dugouts, mine shafts and underground headquarters functioning beneath the battlefield.
Their work was often carried out in darkness, mud, gas, shellfire and suffocating heat. They powered lights in the tunnels, drove air into underground workings, pumped water from flooded positions and kept vital machinery running where failure could mean death. Small in number but vast in reach, Alphabet Company supported tunnelling and mining operations across the Western Front and helped make possible some of the most complex underground engineering of the war.
Yet their story was almost lost. The company’s official war diary was destroyed near the end of the conflict, leaving its history scattered through letters, surviving records and the memories of those who served.
Damien Finlayson restores these Australians to their place in military history. This is the story of the men, their machines and the extraordinary grit required to work beneath one of the most brutal battlefields of the twentieth century.
They were few in number.
Their impact was immense.
In the mud and darkness of the Great War, these Australians kept the front moving.

]]> 13 02 Damien Finlayson is an amateur military historian with a special interest in the First World War. He has worked as a hydrogeologist with a private consulting company for the past twenty years and holds a Bachelor and Master degree in science. Damien is a member of the Western Front Association. His articles on the Australian tunnelling companies have appeared in the association’s journal Stand To! and the journal of the Australian Military Historical Society, Sabretache.
He lives in Bunbury, Western Australia with his wife Sacha, and three children, Peter, Imogen and Gretl.

]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e271e5bd-14a5-4998-943a-b497002427b1 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 01 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 27 15 9781923720442 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Big Sky Publishing AU 01 20261230 9781923720459 02 02 1923720457 03 9781923720459 14 19781923720456 15 9781923720459 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Vanished at Sea</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Lost WWII prisoners of Fukushima</Subtitle> 01 273366393 1 A01 Andy Millar Millar, Andy Andy Millar 01 eng 262 00 262 03 HIS027100 10 HIS027150 10 BIO006000 20 World War II, WWII history, naval history, maritime history, prisoner of war, civilian prisoners of war, POW memoir, German raider, KMS Thor, SS Willesden, SS Nankin, SS Kirkpool, merchant navy, merchant seamen, Battle of the Atlantic, war at sea, Pacific War, Japanese internment, Fukushima prison camp, civilian internment, survival story, forgotten WWII stories, military history, Australian military history, British maritime history, naval warfare, true war stories, WWII nonfiction, wartime memoir, family history, hidden WWII history, naval prisoners, maritime disaster, Antony Beevor, James Holland, Max Hastings, Peter FitzSimons, Peter Grose, The Railway Man, Unbroken, The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors, The Ship Beneath the Ice, Australian war books, ANZAC history, Australian maritime history, Remembrance Day Australia, Victory in the Pacific Day, Australian War Memorial, WWII anniversary, bestselling WWII books, forgotten heroes, true survival stories 93 NHW 93 NHWR7 93 JWCK 01 01 01 02 For months, even years, families waited for news of those believed lost at sea. The truth was even more extraordinary.
In April 1942, the British tramp steamer SS Willesden was crossing the South Atlantic with vital war supplies bound for Britain’s 8th Army in North Africa when she was attacked by the German raider KMS Thor. Shelled, torpedoed and set ablaze, the Willesden sank with five of her crew. Among the badly wounded survivors was Second Mate David Millar.
Taken prisoner by the Germans, David and his fellow survivors were moved through a succession of prison ships before being handed over to the Japanese. They would spend the rest of the war in a civilian internment camp at Fukushima, north of Tokyo.
The Willesden was not the only victim. The Thor also captured or sank the SS Kirkpool and the passenger ship SS Nankin; survivors included women and children. More than 130 civilians were eventually held in Fukushima, yet their whereabouts remained hidden. Families at home waited in agony, not knowing whether their husbands, fathers, sons, wives and children had survived, or whether they had vanished forever beneath the sea.
Vanished at Sea tells the remarkable true story of these forgotten prisoners: the terror of attack, the uneasy honour between enemy naval commanders, the long hardship of captivity, and the fragile bonds formed when ordinary people are forced together in extraordinary circumstances.
Drawing on wartime records, survivor accounts and the private papers of his father, Andy Millar uncovers a little-known chapter of the Second World War — and the hidden war that shaped the man who came home.

‘A fresh insight into the war at sea.’ — Naval Historical Review

]]> 13 02 Andy Millar served for forty years with the Royal New Zealand Navy and the Royal Australian Navy. Following the death of his father, David Millar, he discovered a hidden carton of documents, letters and photographs that revealed the wartime story his father had rarely spoken of. Drawing on those papers, survivor interviews, public records and his own naval experience, Andy reconstructed the extraordinary true story of the prisoners taken at sea and held in Fukushima. Andy Millar passed away before this new edition was published, leaving behind a deeply personal and important work of naval history.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3a4b6e4e-2a30-4d06-8623-b49800260770 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 01 01 Big Sky Publishing SIMO758 Big Sky Publishing 02 20261230 01 AD AE AF AG AI AL AM AO AQ AR AS AT AU AW AX AZ BA BB BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BL BM BN BO BQ BR BS BT BV BW BY BZ CA CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CL CM CN CO CR CU CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DM DO DZ EC EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FK FM FO FR GA GB GD GE GF GG GH GI GL GM GN GP GQ GR GS GT GU GW GY HK HM HN HR HT HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JM JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KN KP KR KW KY KZ LA LB LC LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MF MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MQ MR MS MT MU MV MW MX MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NI NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PA PE PF PG PH PK PL PM PN PR PS PT PW PY QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SR SS ST SV SX SY SZ TC TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TT TV TW TZ UA UG UM US UY UZ VA VC VE VG VI VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW 01 9.213 in 01 234 mm 02 6.024 in 02 153 mm 27 15 9781923720466 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261230 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Big Sky Publishing AU 01 20261230 9781954366145 02 02 1954366140 03 9781954366145 14 19781954366142 15 9781954366145 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Robot + Girl Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 272329863 1 A07 Mike White White, Mike Mike White 01 eng 232 00 232 03 YAF010080 10 YAF010050 10 YAF010130 01 03 01 02 An all-new YA adventure from Mike White, creator of Penguin Random House's acclaimed graphic novel trilogy Mellybean!

A robot on the brink of obsolescence wanders aimlessly through the city ready to give up on "life" and donate himself for spare parts, until a girl stumbles across his broken, discarded body.

In appreciation of her compassion and empathy, the robot attempts to help the girl out with a financial windfall. However, unbeknownst to him, his procurement of funds brings unwanted conflict with the powers that be.

As the girl tries to make right the robot's ethical oversight, Robot gets apprehended by unknown assailants and must now fight for the life he once wanted to give up on if he ever wants to see his newfound friend again.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4cba3047-53c2-457b-9f19-b4760023abb3 01 Keenspot SIMO769 Keenspot 01 01 Keenspot SIMO769 Keenspot 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.188 in 01 258.76 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 08 0.606 lb 08 9.696 oz 08 274.88 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Keenspot AU 01 20270112 9781954366152 02 02 1954366159 03 9781954366152 14 19781954366159 15 9781954366152 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Pooh Bear Adventures Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 272335876 1 A01 Matt Cole Cole, Matt Matt Cole 2 A12 Tessa Rose Rose, Tessa Tessa Rose 3 A10 A.A. Milne Milne, A.A. A.A. Milne 01 eng 80 00 80 03 JUV008060 10 JUV008050 10 JUV008110 01 02 01 02 An all-ages graphic novel inspired by the timeless world of A.A. Milne!

Join Pooh Bear and friends for three heartwarming adventures through the Hundred Acre Wood in this charming all ages graphic novel collection inspired by the timeless world of A.A. Milne.

From mysterious Woozle tracks to Rabbit’s overcomplicated plans and Tigger’s search for the perfect breakfast, each story is filled with humor, friendship, and the gentle magic that has delighted readers for generations.

Written with warmth, wit, and playful imagination, Pooh Bear Adventures Volume 1 offers a fresh comic book experience for longtime Winnie-the-Pooh fans and a new generation of young readers alike, making it a perfect fit for families, libraries, and store shelves.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/40bb82eb-871b-4b7e-88d9-b4790025d74b 01 Keenspot SIMO769 Keenspot 01 01 Keenspot SIMO769 Keenspot 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.188 in 01 258.76 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 08 0.209 lb 08 3.344 oz 08 94.801 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Keenspot AU 01 20270112 9781958862230 02 02 1958862231 03 9781958862230 14 19781958862237 15 9781958862230 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I Love Sports Romance Coloring and Activity Book</TitleText> <Subtitle>For Fans of Heated Rivalry, The Deal, Cleat Cute, and More</Subtitle> 01 269089983 1 A01 Reel Ink Press Reel Ink Press No Edition 01 eng 80 00 80 03 GAM019000 10 GAM020000 10 ART023000 20 Heated;rivalry;the;long;game;changer;season;2;crave;romance;coloring;color;activity;book;books;art;sports;romance;role;model;tough;guy;unrivaled;common;goal;the;deal;deep;end;cleat;cute;ice;breaker;deal;wild;card;off;campus;playing;field;shot;you;take;time;to;shine;bend;like;beckham;shes;man;fever;pitch;cutting;edge;challengers;ted;lasso;marty;supreme;hockey;soccer;baseball;basketball;football;volleyball;tennis;pickleball;romantic;love;story;gay;sapphic;queer;reads;for;adults;all;ages;fans 93 AGA 93 WFX 93 JBCC1 01 01 01 02 Dive headfirst into your favorite love stories from book to screen with this romance novel lover’s sports-themed coloring and activity book.

Whether you’re a team captain or a fan in the stands, step up to the plate and immerse yourself in popular sports romances like Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry, Elle Kennedy’s The Deal, Meryl Wilsner's Cleat Cute, and more with coloring pages based on all your favorite tropes. From enemies-to-lovers and second-chance romances to meet-cutes and more, this coloring and activity book is brimming with entertainment!

Featuring beautifully illustrated coloring pages from beloved rom-com films and shows like Bend It Like Beckham, She’s the Man, Fever Pitch, and The Cutting Edge, this book has something for fans of all sports and ships, including Hollanov, Tayvis, Gretson, and more! Bring the competition off the screen and into your home with themed games and puzzles, from mazes to drawing prompts to quizzes. Inside, you’ll enjoy 75+ pages of boredom-busting activities for the hopeless sports romantic, including:

-Writing your own love poem

-Taking a “What Kind of Romance Trope Are You?” personality quiz

-Coloring in two almost-identical photos as you find the differences

-And more!

So grab a ginger ale, queue up a new season of your favorite new show, and unwind with this beautifully illustrated coloring and activity book that helps you stay in the zone as you relax.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d9e93f7f-a60c-44eb-9578-b46c0026e5b9 01 Reel Ink Press SIMO900 Reel Ink Press 01 01 Reel Ink Press SIMO900 Reel Ink Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.875 in 01 276.23 mm 02 8.5 in 02 215.9 mm 08 0.286 lb 08 4.576 oz 08 129.73 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261207 20270112 36 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 02 30.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 30.99 0.00 20260910 Reel Ink Press AU 01 20270112 9781961012448 02 02 1961012448 03 9781961012448 14 19781961012445 15 9781961012448 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Astrobots 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Astrobots TP Vol 02</TitleText> 01 272942826 1 A01 Simon Furman Furman, Simon Simon Furman Transformer, Action Force, Thundercats, Doctor Who Magazine as well as two series he helped create – Dragon’s Claws and Death’s Head. More recently he has written the Annihilation: Rohan miniseries for Marvel US and the ten issue maxi-series To The Death series, drawn by his Transformers workmate, Geoff Senior.]]> 01 eng 128 00 128 03 CGN000000 10 CGN004070 10 CGN018000 20 astrobots; astrobots comic; astrobots books; astrobots tpb; astro bots; astrobots graphic novel; aaron thomas; simon furman; phillip knott; hector trunnec; massive publishing; massive comics; transformers comics; toy notch; toy notch comic; marvel death’s head; sci-fi; science fiction; scifi comic; scifi book; sci-fi series; sci-fi graphic novel; futuristic graphic novel; robot comics; new comic; comic books; new comics to read; robot art 01 01 01 02 The Sequel to the celebrated comic mini-series by Transformers writer Simon Furman, Astrobots Volume 02 brings even more characters from the Astrobots toy line to readers in the battle over Colony World 1.

The clock is ticking for planet Earth and the race is on to find a new world capable of sustaining human life. New, sophisticated machine lifeforms called Astrobots are dispatched to scout far-flung worlds in the hope of crafting a new home. With food and raw materials running out and climate disasters escalating, the evacuation of the entire human population is the only slender hope remaining.

On Colony World 1, a catastrophic power struggle forges a new – all-Astrobot – society, and presiding over this nascent civilization is Atlas, an evolved mech with a future proof plan. A plan that does not include humankind.]]> 13 02 Transformer, Action Force, Thundercats, Doctor Who Magazine as well as two series he helped create – Dragon’s Claws and Death’s Head. More recently he has written the Annihilation: Rohan miniseries for Marvel US and the ten issue maxi-series To The Death series, drawn by his Transformers workmate, Geoff Senior.]]> 01 Massive Publishing SIMO966 Massive Publishing 01 01 Massive Publishing SIMO966 Massive Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.187 in 01 258.75 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 08 0.334 lb 08 5.344 oz 08 151.5 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 54 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Massive Publishing AU 01 20270112 9781962298056 02 02 1962298051 03 9781962298056 14 19781962298053 15 9781962298056 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Angry Birds: The Haunting of Hog House</TitleText> 01 217284813 1 A01 Paul Tobin Tobin, Paul Paul Tobin
Paul’s graphic novel I Was the Cat, created with artist Benjamin Dewey, was nominated for an Eisner in 2015, and his first foray into horror, Colder, was also an Eisner nominee. Paul returned to horror this year with the breakout hit Bunny Mask, and is venturing into crime comics with A Calculated Man. His detective series Mystery Girl is currently optioned by Netflix, and his Plants vs. Zombies graphic novels have sold in the millions, and are a must-have for all school libraries.

Paul has also ventured into novels, such as Prepare To Die!, which won a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly, and The Genius Factor series for middle grade readers. The first book, How to Capture an Invisible Cat, debuted in 2016 from Bloomsbury Kids in the USA, the UK, and worldwide. The second book in the series, How To Outsmart A Billion Robot Bees, came out in 2017, and the third, How To Tame A Human Tornado, was released in 2018. Paul loves indoor climbing, eating cookies (indoor or outdoor) and—of course—riding his bike.]]> 2 A12 Thom Zahler Zahler, Thom Thom Zahler
He is a graduate of the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art and lives in Northeast Ohio and a $32,000 winner on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire." No, seriously.]]> 01 eng 200 00 200 03 JUV008030 YF 2.1 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008040 20 Angry Birds; The Haunting of Hog House; Paul Tobin; Thom Zahler; Bottlerocket; Rocketship Entertainment; Rovio; licensed graphic novel; kids graphic novel; middle grade comics; all-ages humor; Angry Birds graphic novel; 15th anniversary; Chuck; pigs vs birds; castle mystery 01 04 01 02 One of the most recognized entertainment brands in the world meets an all-star creative team with Paul Tobin and Thom Zahler - Angry Birds: The Haunting of Hog House is the first in a trilogy of all-new original graphic novels published under the Bottlerocket! imprint, timed to the franchise’s 15th anniversary.

Chuck inherits a castle! It’s old and it’s spooky and it needs a serious amount of restoration, but - wow! A castle! Chuck’s not really sure who left him a castle in their will (it’s a mystery, even to the lawyers), but he’s eager to start living life as the Lord of a Castle.

EXCEPT — he finds out he’s NOT the only one to inherit this castle. There’s also… a pig named Garry! It turns out the original owner (a pig named Preston Peatherpopple) LOVED watching pigs and birds fight. He used to sit atop his castle with a telescope, watching the “amusing antics” of the pigs fighting the birds, often betting on the outcomes with his friends. In honor of these “antics,” he’s willed his castle to BOTH a pig and a bird.

Can Chuck (and his bird friends!) and Garry (and his pig friends!) learn to live and work with each other?]]> 13 02
Paul’s graphic novel I Was the Cat, created with artist Benjamin Dewey, was nominated for an Eisner in 2015, and his first foray into horror, Colder, was also an Eisner nominee. Paul returned to horror this year with the breakout hit Bunny Mask, and is venturing into crime comics with A Calculated Man. His detective series Mystery Girl is currently optioned by Netflix, and his Plants vs. Zombies graphic novels have sold in the millions, and are a must-have for all school libraries.

Paul has also ventured into novels, such as Prepare To Die!, which won a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly, and The Genius Factor series for middle grade readers. The first book, How to Capture an Invisible Cat, debuted in 2016 from Bloomsbury Kids in the USA, the UK, and worldwide. The second book in the series, How To Outsmart A Billion Robot Bees, came out in 2017, and the third, How To Tame A Human Tornado, was released in 2018. Paul loves indoor climbing, eating cookies (indoor or outdoor) and—of course—riding his bike.

Thom Zahler is a comic book creator and animation writer. He created the Line Webtoons hit series Cupid's Arrows and Warning Label as well as the Harvey-nominated Love and Capes (recently with new volumes "The Family Way" and "In the Time of Covid"), Long Distance and the time-traveling wine comic Time and Vine. He also writes and draws for IDW's successful My Little Pony series. And has written for Disney Tsum Tsum Kingdom, Star Trek Waypoint and more. He has written for Disney XD's Ultimate Spider-Man and Knights of the Zodiac.

He is a graduate of the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art and lives in Northeast Ohio and a $32,000 winner on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire." No, seriously.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f0f1f88b-f298-45eb-a310-b08d0028738a 01 Bottlerocket! SIMO914 Bottlerocket! 01 01 Bottlerocket! SIMO914 Rocketship Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.5 in 03 12.7 mm 08 0.418 lb 08 6.688 oz 08 189.6 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 30 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Rocketship Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781962298063 02 02 196229806X 03 9781962298063 14 19781962298060 15 9781962298063 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Angry Birds: The Haunting of Hog House</TitleText> 01 217284813 1 A01 Paul Tobin Tobin, Paul Paul Tobin
Paul’s graphic novel I Was the Cat, created with artist Benjamin Dewey, was nominated for an Eisner in 2015, and his first foray into horror, Colder, was also an Eisner nominee. Paul returned to horror this year with the breakout hit Bunny Mask, and is venturing into crime comics with A Calculated Man. His detective series Mystery Girl is currently optioned by Netflix, and his Plants vs. Zombies graphic novels have sold in the millions, and are a must-have for all school libraries.

Paul has also ventured into novels, such as Prepare To Die!, which won a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly, and The Genius Factor series for middle grade readers. The first book, How to Capture an Invisible Cat, debuted in 2016 from Bloomsbury Kids in the USA, the UK, and worldwide. The second book in the series, How To Outsmart A Billion Robot Bees, came out in 2017, and the third, How To Tame A Human Tornado, was released in 2018. Paul loves indoor climbing, eating cookies (indoor or outdoor) and—of course—riding his bike.]]> 01 eng 168 00 168 03 JUV008030 10 JUV008110 10 JUV008040 20 Angry Birds; The Haunting of Hog House; Paul Tobin; Thom Zahler; Bottlerocket; Rocketship Entertainment; Rovio; licensed graphic novel; kids graphic novel; middle grade comics; all-ages humor; Angry Birds graphic novel; 15th anniversary; Chuck; pigs vs birds; castle mystery 01 01 01 02 One of the most recognized entertainment brands in the world meets an all - star creative team with Paul Tobin and Thom Zahler, Angry Birds: The Haunting of Hog House is the first in a trilogy of all - new original graphic novels published under the Bottlerocket! imprint, timed to the franchise’s 15th anniversary.

Chuck inherits a castle! It’s old and it’s spooky and it needs a serious amount of restoration, but - wow! A castle! Chuck’s not really sure who left him a castle in their will (it’s a mystery, even to the lawyers), but he’s eager to start living life as the Lord of a Castle.

EXCEPT — he finds out he’s NOT the only one to inherit this castle. There’s also… a pig named Garry! It turns out the original owner (a pig named Preston Peatherpopple) LOVED watching pigs and birds fight. He used to sit atop his castle with a telescope, watching the “amusing antics” of the pigs fighting the birds, often betting on the outcomes with his friends. In honor of these “antics,” he’s willed his castle to BOTH a pig and a bird.

Can Chuck (and his bird friends!) and Garry (and his pig friends!) learn to live and work with each other?]]> 13 02
Paul’s graphic novel I Was the Cat, created with artist Benjamin Dewey, was nominated for an Eisner in 2015, and his first foray into horror, Colder, was also an Eisner nominee. Paul returned to horror this year with the breakout hit Bunny Mask, and is venturing into crime comics with A Calculated Man. His detective series Mystery Girl is currently optioned by Netflix, and his Plants vs. Zombies graphic novels have sold in the millions, and are a must-have for all school libraries.

Paul has also ventured into novels, such as Prepare To Die!, which won a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly, and The Genius Factor series for middle grade readers. The first book, How to Capture an Invisible Cat, debuted in 2016 from Bloomsbury Kids in the USA, the UK, and worldwide. The second book in the series, How To Outsmart A Billion Robot Bees, came out in 2017, and the third, How To Tame A Human Tornado, was released in 2018. Paul loves indoor climbing, eating cookies (indoor or outdoor) and—of course—riding his bike.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/60dc3a87-effe-4ecc-9392-b4680026e102 01 Bottlerocket! SIMO914 Bottlerocket! 01 01 Bottlerocket! SIMO914 Rocketship Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.773 lb 08 12.368 oz 08 350.63 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Rocketship Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781962298377 03 02 196229837X 03 9781962298377 14 19781962298374 15 9781962298377 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Two Suns</TitleText> 01 243190980 1 A01 Carlos Giffoni Giffoni, Carlos Carlos Giffoni 2 A12 Juan Doe Doe, Juan Juan Doe 01 eng 120 00 120 03 CGN004070 10 CGN004390 10 CGN013000 20 carlos giffoni:deadpool:juan doe:marvel:x-men:webtoon:webtoons:webcomic:comic:graphic novel:dragonball:dragonball z:adult swim:hackers:superhero:fortnite:batman:image comics:comiccon:eisner:ringo award:thunderbolts:stan lee:full metal alchemist:dragon:angel:demon:magic:one piece:crunchyroll:anime:video games:manga:webtoon unscrolled:unordinary:hybe:superteam:uruchan:uru-chan:fantasy:sci-fi:my hero:toonami:funko:thundercats:invincible:bitter root:subzero:mortal kombat:street fighter:spider-verse:comics:dark horse:rotten apple:alien:aliens:fantastic four:predator:space opera:star wars:obi-wan:andor:ahsoka:guardians of the galaxy:interstellar:the martian:martians:expanse:the expanse:leviatian:leviathan wakes:silo:foundation:dune:dune prophecy:monarch:black mirror:globalcomix:manta:tapas:comixology:snowpiercer:arrival:blade runner:the thing:frostpunk:the matrix:cyberpunk: 01 05 01 02 A visually stunning sci-fi thriller about a scientist who awakens in an alien world and struggles to survive as returning memories reveal the wicked actions that led him there.

Two Suns follows a scientist suffering from amnesia who wakes in a wild alien world and struggles to survive its perilous environment as returning memories reveal the wicked actions that led him there.

Join Giovanni on his adventures exploring an alien island full of mind-bending wildlife as he slowly recaptures vivid memories of his dying home planet, love, and heartbreak. Giovanni attempts to escape this colorful nightmare and erase the biggest mistake of his life after an unexpected twist of events shatters his perception of reality, revealing how he ended up trapped on this strange planet and everything he left behind.

A sci-fi thriller in the vein of Castaway meets Black Mirror, set on an alien world brimming with strange, beautiful creatures and landscapes, rendered in breathtaking full-color oversized art by Juan Doe.]]> 13 02
Juan Doe is a veteran comics artist whose credits include Strayed (Dark Horse), Bad Reception, Dark Ark, and The Fantastic Four in Puerto Rico. Known for bold, expressive linework and vivid color design, Doe spent a year developing the alien world of Two Suns, its creatures, landscapes, and visual language, making the book one of his most ambitious and personal projects.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9fccc566-6d76-4e24-9ea3-b4510024f466 01 Rocketship Entertainment SIMO821 Rocketship Entertainment 01 01 Rocketship Entertainment SIMO821 Rocketship Entertainment 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11.6 in 01 294.64 mm 02 7.64 in 02 194.06 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 1.65 lb 08 26.4 oz 08 748.43 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20270112 16 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Rocketship Entertainment AU 01 20270112 9781964226262 02 02 1964226260 03 9781964226262 14 19781964226269 15 9781964226262 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Mad Dog Morgan Limited Edition</TitleText> 01 270853291 1 A01 Adam Lawson Lawson, Adam Adam Lawson Mad Dog Morgan. His other works include The Exiled, with Wesley Snipes, The Kill Journal, The Eighth, Kids & Monsters, and Jawbone Death. He was the showrunner and writer for the hit series Escape the Night, and directed Wil Wheaton's hit celebrity gaming series TableTop.]]> 2 A01 Brian Christgau Christgau, Brian Brian Christgau Six-Gun Gorilla: Long Days of Vengeance. He also wrote The Kill Journal: Finch Files, Mad Dog Morgan, and the upcoming Hell Knight. In his spare time he enjoys German Longsword fencing (there can, after all, be only one), adds to his horror movie collection, and helps run the Rockland County Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance. He lives in the sleepy town of Cornwall in upstate New York with his feline better half, Simon, to whom he is a devoted Cat Butler.]]> 3 A12 Maxi Dall'o Dall'o, Maxi Maxi Dall'o
He took his first professional steps working for Heavy Metal Magazine and AfterShock Comics, as well as designing characters and creating storyboards for studios such as Amazon. He is currently working on multiple projects with Image Comics, Mad Cave Studios, Bad Idea, and The Lab Press, and plans to keep doing this for a long, long time.]]> 01 eng 184 00 184 03 CGN004040 10 CGN004030 10 CGN018000 20 Wrestling; horror; professional wrestling; haunted house; supernatural; WWE; WWE superstars; Do a Powerbomb; Daniel Warren Johnson; Wrestlemania; Kickstarter; crowdfunder; championship; main event; challengers; the ring; wrassling; the gimmick; the heel; the face; luchador; luchadores; kayfabe 01 01 01 02 All-out indie wrestling meets a blood-drenched haunted house in an all-new original graphic novel.

Mitchell "Mad Dog" Morgan dreamed of making it to the big arenas in wrestling, but he never crawled out of the indies. They were right about him when they called him "just another jabroni." Deciding to drink his troubles away, he wanders into a crumbling house that's more than it seems—a supernatural world of horror that feeds on the hopeless. As the house tries to break him, Morgan realizes all his failures had prepared him for this moment. He was born not to wrestle in the ring but to fight an ancient evil that preys on the lost. Bloodied, brutalized, and on the brink, this washed-up jabroni will rise up to become the main event.]]> 13 02 Mad Dog Morgan. His other works include The Exiled, with Wesley Snipes, The Kill Journal, The Eighth, Kids & Monsters, and Jawbone Death. He was the showrunner and writer for the hit series Escape the Night, and directed Wil Wheaton's hit celebrity gaming series TableTop.

Brian Christgau is a grown-up Monster Kid and the author of the critically acclaimed (for real!) comic book series Six-Gun Gorilla: Long Days of Vengeance. He also wrote The Kill Journal: Finch Files, Mad Dog Morgan, and the upcoming Hell Knight. In his spare time he enjoys German Longsword fencing (there can, after all, be only one), adds to his horror movie collection, and helps run the Rockland County Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance. He lives in the sleepy town of Cornwall in upstate New York with his feline better half, Simon, to whom he is a devoted Cat Butler.

Artist Maxi Dall'o was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and has been based in Dallas, Texas, for the past three years. He has been drawing for as long as he can remember, but it was discovering comics that truly sparked his love for storytelling. This led him to study with artists working in the American comics industry, where he later gained experience assisting on several professional projects.

He took his first professional steps working for Heavy Metal Magazine and AfterShock Comics, as well as designing characters and creating storyboards for studios such as Amazon. He is currently working on multiple projects with Image Comics, Mad Cave Studios, Bad Idea, and The Lab Press, and plans to keep doing this for a long, long time.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/70aad71b-282e-40b1-bee7-b45900276f41 01 The Lab Press SIMN050 The Lab Press 01 01 The Lab Press SIMN050 The Lab Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 11.4 in 01 289.56 mm 02 7.5 in 02 190.5 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 2.36 lb 08 37.76 oz 08 1070.5 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 10 02 99.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 99.99 0.00 20260910 02 110.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 110.00 0.00 20260910 The Lab Press AU 01 20270112 9781964264677 02 02 1964264677 03 9781964264677 14 19781964264674 15 9781964264677 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Off the Books 4 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Sweet Spot</TitleText> 01 256979952 1 A01 Kay Cove Cove, Kay Kay Cove
When Kay isn't writing you'll find her drinking copious amounts of coffee while researching scuba diving trips she never has time to take, and trying desperately to keep up with her toddlers.]]> 01 eng 464 00 464 03 FIC027020 10 FIC027010 10 FIC027250 20 romance;contemporary romance;second chance romance;first love romance;reunited lovers romance;escort romance;male escort romance;forbidden romance;slow burn romance;steamy romance;emotional romance;angsty romance;romantic drama;character driven romance;found love again;lost love rekindled;heartbreak romance;healing romance;self discovery romance;starting over romance;high heat romance;spicy romance;book boyfriend romance;bad boy with a heart;protective hero romance;touch her and die vibes;small town romance;nostalgic romance;baker romance;foodie romance;opposites attract romance;rich girl poor boy romance;class difference romance;second chance at first love;romance redemption arc;romance emotional depth;romance character growth;romance tension;romance chemistry;romance longing;romance yearning;romance angst payoff;romance happily ever after;romance happily ever after earned;kay cove;kay covey;kay covy;kay kove;kay kover;kay kovey;kay kovvy;off the books series;off the books romance;romance tropes;booktok romance;viral romance;inclusive romance;body positive romance 01 01 01 02 A heartfelt, second-chance romance where first love is rekindled, old wounds heal, and the sweetest endings are the ones you almost lost.

The first time I fell in love, I was sixteen. For two blissful years I smelled like nothing but buttercream and stolen moments.

Dalton was the boy next door who had nothing but flour on his hands and big dreams. But somehow that felt like more than enough. He baked me pastries in secret, kissed me on rooftops, and promised me a life that tasted better than anything I could wish for.

But the night we were supposed to vanish together, he disappeared first and took all our plans of forever with him.

Instead, I married the man who was supposed to be straight from a fairytale. Except the castle he whisked me off to is a gilded cage, and it turns out glass slippers are shockingly painful. No wonder our marriage fell apart—it was all just fiction.

So when yet another lonely birthday rolls around, I do something admittedly reckless—I hire an escort. Just a secret stranger to get me through the night.

Except it’s not a stranger standing in my doorway. It’s Dalton—older, a little rougher around the edges, and still looking at me like I’m the only thing he’s ever wanted but couldn’t afford.

He thinks he’ll never be worthy of my world. I’m desperate to escape it.

What if the sweetest ending is the one you almost lost?]]> 13 02
When Kay isn't writing you'll find her drinking copious amounts of coffee while researching scuba diving trips she never has time to take, and trying desperately to keep up with her toddlers.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c5a8466e-3329-4da3-b2c5-b3f80036ba14 01 Page & Vine SIMO920 Page & Vine 01 01 Page & Vine SIMO920 Page & Vine 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5.25 in 02 133.35 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.754 lb 08 12.064 oz 08 342.01 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261026 20261230 28 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 02 30.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 30.99 0.00 20260910 Page & Vine AU 01 20261230 9781964264851 02 02 1964264855 03 9781964264851 14 19781964264858 15 9781964264851 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Strong Enough 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Not the Way it Ends</TitleText> <Subtitle>Special Edition</Subtitle> 01 265311063 1 A01 Allie Samberts Samberts, Allie Allie Samberts 01 eng 336 00 336 03 FIC027430 10 FIC027020 10 FIC027000 20 romance; contemporary romance; publishing romance; series finale; final installment; second chance romance; workplace romance; writer heroine; editor hero; age-gap romance; slow burn; forced proximity; he falls first; love after heartbreak; emotional romance; angsty romance; bittersweet love story; literary world romance; bookish romance; career vs. love; strong heroine; tortured hero; lost love reclaimed; creative passion; emotional healing; heartfelt romance; swoony and emotional; tender and raw; heart-wrenching love story; character-driven romance; love in the publishing world; writer’s block; teacher-student dynamic; single dad; Allie Samberts; Allie Sambers; Allie Samburts; Ally Samberts; Ally Sambers; Ally Samburts; Alie Samberts; Alie Sambers; Alie Samburts; Emily Henry fans; Colleen Hoover fans; Not the Way It Ends; single dad tropes; dance teacher; dancer 01 01 01 02 A slow-burn, age-gap romance where the publishing world meets the sun-soaked shores of Greece, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Cara Bastone

**DELUXE LIMITED EDITION FIRST PRINT RUN featuring sprayed edges. Special edition features only available for a limited time and while supplies last.**

What feels like the end is just the start of a different story.

Anastasios Martis has built a life of responsibility. As he enters his mid-fifties, he’s running a successful publishing house, navigating a messy divorce, and trying to be the best dad he can for thirteen-year-old Elena, who’s dealing with preteen drama and a recent type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

After spending too many years in an emotionally abusive relationship, thirty-six-year-old Caitlin Johnson swears she’ll never risk dating again. She’s happy teaching dance and living a simple life, even if that means struggling to make ends meet as her own diabetes care expenses rise.

As Elena’s dance teacher, Caitlin has become the steady presence Anastasios can’t always be. He’s doing his best, but he’s struggling to keep up with all the teenage emotions and health concerns. So when a family wedding in Greece offers a lifeline for a father and daughter in need of bonding, Anastasios makes a desperate ask of Caitlin—go with them.

When she agrees, Anastasios doesn’t expect how easily he and Caitlin fall in step with each other, or how her quiet strength awakens feelings he had assumed were dormant.

Both Anastasios and Caitlin thought their chance at love had passed them by, but maybe their next chapter is just beginning.]]> 13 02 08 02
]]> LK Farlow 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/92070314-4102-4e83-98c4-b3f00035673c 01 Page & Vine SIMO920 Page & Vine 01 01 Page & Vine SIMO920 Page & Vine 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5.25 in 02 133.35 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 0.546 lb 08 8.736 oz 08 247.66 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 36 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Page & Vine AU 01 20270112 9781968707736 02 02 1968707735 03 9781968707736 14 19781968707733 15 9781968707736 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Black Dagger Brotherhood</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The </TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Black Dagger Brotherhood</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>20th Anniversary Insider's Guide</Subtitle> 01 242349933 1 A01 J.R. Ward Ward, J.R. J.R. Ward 01 eng 464 00 464 03 FIC027120 FA 2.1 10 FIC027030 10 FIC027320 93 FB 01 01 01 02 Vampire warriors in black leather and tattoos.

Passionate love stories that pierce the heart.

Dark nights filled with drama, chaos, and epic battles in the shadows of Caldwell, NY…

And then there are the unicorn pajamas. And the Tootsie Pops.

Welcome back to the world of the iconic, #1 New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series. With millions of devoted readers across the globe, these unforgettable books have redefined paranormal romance. Now, to celebrate two decades of the Brothers, author J.R. Ward opens the door to their world once more.

Inside this all-new 20th Anniversary Insider’s Guide, Ward reflects on the journey—sharing behind-the-scenes moments, heartfelt memories, candid writing advice, and insight into the challenges and triumphs of her long and legendary career. She also brings back the original Brothers in a mix of classic content and never-before-seen material, including:

· A brand-new novella, Happy Anniversary – Revisit Wrath and Beth as they reclaim the time lost between them. Tender, erotic, and emotional, this story returns to the couple who started it all—and proves that happily ever after doesn’t always come easy.

· Brotherhood updates, as J.R. interviews the Brothers to reveal where they are now.

· Fan-favorite features like Ask a Brother, Vishous’s Agony Aunt Column, Kitchen Corner with Fritz, and Bella’s Books.

· Playlists, monthly horoscopes, and more.

This keepsake collection is more than just an insider’s look—it’s a love letter to the fans, the world, and the unforgettable characters that have made the Black Dagger Brotherhood a genre-defining phenomenon. Whether you’ve been here from the beginning or are just now feeling the pull… this book is for you.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2be8823f-447f-47b4-a4e2-b3e1003570e4 01 Blue Box Press SIMO863 Blue Box Press 01 01 Blue Box Press SIMO863 Evil Eye Concepts, Inc. 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 1.22 lb 08 19.52 oz 08 553.38 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Evil Eye Concepts, Inc. AU 01 20270112 9781970047394 02 02 1970047399 03 9781970047394 14 19781970047391 15 9781970047394 11 BB B402 Hardback - Paper Over Boards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Krew: Into The Universe</TitleText> <Subtitle>Not From Here </Subtitle> 01 271152305 1 A01 Kat La La, Kat Kat La
I hope this story brings you laughter, wonder, and inspires you to keep looking beyond the stars.]]> CA 2 B01 David Calcano Calcano, David David Calcano
His creative output includes award-winning animated music videos, advertising spots, album packages, concert visuals, and critically-acclaimed books. Beyond his professional delivery, David is a massive music fan with a collection of more than 10,000 records and counting.]]> 01 eng 88 00 88 03 CGN018000 10 HUM001000 10 CGN004390 20 KREW, ItsFunneh, PaintingRainbows, GoldenGlare, LunarEclispe, DraconiteDragon, official graphic novel, YouTube creator, action, adventure, Lucky, KREW book, comic, merch, gaming, Roblox, Minecraft, Fornite, humor, teen book, KREW collection, Fantoons, streaming, tiktok, Canada, canadian, Kat La, Betty La, Allen La, Wenny La, Kim La, youtube, youtooz, krewfam, krew merchandise, gaming, gift for kids, birthday gift, gift for girls, Krew plush teddy bear kids, among us, comic for kids, books for kids, middle school book, gamer, activity, potato, flee the facility, yandere high school, siblings, collectible, 01 01 01 02 For fans of ItsFunneh channel, an action-packed comedy graphic novel where the world-famous KREW siblings must help a mysterious visitor from another world return home after crashing into their backyard.

YEAAAAAAH! Get ready to jump into a whole new universe with the first official graphic novel adventure from the canadian gaming YouTube sensation, KREW. In this electrifying debut story, siblings Rainbow, Gold, Funneh, Lunar, and Draco find their daily chaos interrupted when a mysterious visitor from another world crash-lands right in their backyard.

Packed with non-stop energy and the classic humor that has earned KREW over 12 billion views, this 88-page glossy hardcover brings their world to life like never before. To save their new friend, the KREW must embark on their greatest journey yet, filled with high-stakes action and hidden easter eggs for hardcore fans and casual viewers alike.

Can the siblings work together to help Lucky get home, or will the cosmic chaos be too much even for KREW? Step into the official first chapter of their story. Are you ready to join KREW? ]]> 13 02
I hope this story brings you laughter, wonder, and inspires you to keep looking beyond the stars.

Originally from Caracas, David Calcano has been fusing still and moving pictures with music to craft meaningful stories for over a decade as the Chief Director of Fantoons Animation Studios. He’s written for the page and screen, as well as directed animation for the likes of Disney, Universal, Warner, Westbrook (Will Smith’s company), Publicis, Rush, Nat King Cole, Iron Maiden, Frank Sinatra, Frank Zappa, The Beach Boys, Johnny Ramone, and more… the list goes on and on!

His creative output includes award-winning animated music videos, advertising spots, album packages, concert visuals, and critically-acclaimed books. Beyond his professional delivery, David is a massive music fan with a collection of more than 10,000 records and counting.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1cea928c-35d4-4d8f-8c9a-b4600025ca29 01 Fantoons SIMO668 Fantoons 01 01 Fantoons SIMO668 Fantoons 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.25 in 01 260.35 mm 02 6.625 in 02 168.28 mm 08 0.646 lb 08 10.336 oz 08 293.02 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 28 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Fantoons AU 01 20270112 9781974716531 02 02 1974716538 03 9781974716531 14 19781974716538 15 9781974716531 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Super Psychic Policeman Chojo 6 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Super Psychic Policeman Chojo, Vol. 6</TitleText> 01 263131597 1 A01 Shun Numa Numa, Shun Shun Numa Shun Numa 01 eng 216 00 216 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004010 10 CGN014000 20 Choujun! Choujo-senpai; Chojo! Chojun Senpai; Meguru Chojo; Chojo; Nao Ippongi; buddy cop; slice of life; psychic powers; police officers; psychic policeman; Shonen Jump series; Shonen Jump serialization; Shonen Jump; shonen manga; humorous slice of life; comedic slice of life; goof off lead character; telepathy; mind reading; clairvoyance; catching bad guys; solving neighborhood crimes; catching criminals; rookie police officer; Chojun; Chojo Senpai; Samon-kun wa Summoner; cops goofing off; police goofing off; incompetent police officers; police officer robot; Cop-Bot; misusing psychic powers 93 XA 93 XQD 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 A psychic cop and his rookie partner tackle neighborhood crimes in their own wonky way!

Psychic investigators don’t normally use their powers to lie, cheat, and get ahead. But super psychic policeman Meguru Chojo does! Relegated to a run-down police station and hated by the entire neighborhood, Chojo gets into all sorts of shenanigans, goofs, and gaffes with his rookie partner, Nao Ippongi. Together, they turn the police force into a farce.

The West Station gets a glimpse into Chojo’s past when his childhood BFF drops by—and brings with him a no-good gang out to steal trading cards! Meanwhile, a haunted stuffed animal wants to kill Chojo, Ippongi and Chojo duke it out to see who’s better at singing karaoke, and love is in the air when Lily makes Ippongi take a romance quiz!]]> 13 02 Samon the Summoner, found acclaim running in Weekly Shonen Jump. Super Psychic Policeman Chojo is his first work published in English.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/dd135c17-fa9a-42c0-b207-b45300241bec 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.313 lb 08 5.008 oz 08 141.97 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974716555 02 02 1974716554 03 9781974716555 14 19781974716552 15 9781974716555 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi 4 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, Vol. 4</TitleText> 01 263131679 1 A01 Shoichi Usui Usui, Shoichi Shoichi Usui Shoichi Usui 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN016000 10 CGN014000 20 Exorcist no Kiyoshi Kun; Kiyoshi Harai; Sosuke Hitsugi; Akari Jogasaki; Tenma Sakaki; Nehan Sanzugawa; Jack Joe Ner Vana; Tsurugi Hijiri; Asuta Roth; action; comedy, exorcist; exorcism; demon; supernatural; battle shonen; overpowered lead; socially awkward lead; male rival; horror; feel-good; high school; possession; Naruku City; Gates of Hell 93 XA 93 XQH 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 Meet the strongest exorcist the world’s ever known!

Kiyoshi Harai is the world’s strongest exorcist—and its most awkward one! Equally afraid of fighting demons, making new friends, and talking to girls, this so-called ultimate exorcist has still got a lot to learn before he can reach his full potential!

Having successfully completed his hot-spring training, all that remains for Kiyoshi to do is await the arrival of the demonic invasion known as the “Black Parade.” But even with his newly empowered abilities and a whole host of powerful allies, will Kiyoshi be able to match up against the most dangerous demons he’s ever faced?]]> 13 02 One Piece. In addition to working on manga, he enjoys playing games like Super Smash Bros. and the One Piece TCG. His first serialized release, Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, began running in Shonen Jump in June 2024.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9d49852c-3eb4-499e-81b4-b4610024508a 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.279 lb 08 4.464 oz 08 126.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974716883 02 02 1974716880 03 9781974716883 14 19781974716880 15 9781974716883 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Marshal King 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Marshal King, Vol. 2</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Marshal King, Vol. 2</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263298400 1 A01 Boichi 01 eng 232 00 232 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004420 20 western manga; wild west manga; wild west; american west; desperado; desperadoes; marshal; dr stone; dr. stone; action manga; shonen; shonen jump; jump plus; jump+; steampunk; jimmu godspeed 93 XA 93 XQG 93 XQL 01 01 01 02 A two-fisted tale about desperadoes and the marshals who hunt them! From Boichi, the artist of Dr. Stone!

This is the Age of Desperados. For millennia, outlaws, bandits, and varmints have had the run of the wild west’s vast deserts, with only the U.S. Marshals to stand against them. Ride along with Jimmu Godspeed as he searches for the legendary power of the Marshal King to bring these times of chaos to an end!

Now equipped with the King’s Magnum, Excalibur, Jimmu demands to graduate from the Western U.S. Training Institute! But the only way Jimmu is walking out with a U.S. Marshal badge is by winning against the principal—the famed Fair Lady. Will he be able to hold his own against the woman who singlehandedly killed 10,000 desperados?]]> 13 02 Dr. Stone, One Piece: Ace’s Story, Sun-Ken Rock, and Terra Formars Asimov.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/74065f93-48c1-42af-9b77-b45a00242a66 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.337 lb 08 5.392 oz 08 152.86 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974716906 02 02 1974716902 03 9781974716906 14 19781974716903 15 9781974716906 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Daydream Darling 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Daydream Darling, Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263130523 1 A01 Io Sakisaka Sakisaka, Io Io Sakisaka Io Sakisaka 01 eng 184 00 184 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN004280 20 high school romance; first love; friends to lovers; Ao Haru Ride; Love Me, Love Me Not; Sakura, Saku; Iroha; Sou; fantasy boy; unreliable narrator; shy girl; social awkwardness; shojo manga 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQS 01 01 01 02 Love is but a dream in the latest romance by the best-selling author of Ao Haru Ride!

Daydreamy Iroha is too shy and anxious to talk to her high school classmates, so she finds solace in confiding in upperclassman Sou, who is always encouraging and supportive. With such a great friend by her side, Iroha just may have found a dream come true!

Iroha continues practicing conversing with Sou and learns why he was held back a year. As they spend more time together, they begin to make contact with the tender parts of each other’s hearts…]]> 13 02 Sakura, Chiru. Ao Haru Ride; Love Me, Love Me Not; Sakura, Saku; and Strobe Edge are published by VIZ Media’s Shojo Beat imprint. Ao Haru Ride was adapted into an anime series in 2014, and Love Me, Love Me Not was made into an animated feature film. In her spare time, Sakisaka likes to paint things and sleep.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b8cf8acc-a19e-4bd1-a7d5-b48b00242bcc 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.267 lb 08 4.272 oz 08 121.11 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974759231 02 02 1974759237 03 9781974759231 14 19781974759238 15 9781974759231 11 BB Hardback Takumi: A Little Japanese Bakery <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Takumi: A Little Japanese Bakery</TitleText> 01 263129814 1 A01 Takumi Takumi 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CKB115000 WBB 2.1 10 CKB048000 10 CKB034000 20 Japanese patisserie; Japanese desserts; Japanese bakery; Japanese sweets; Japanese baking; Takumi; Master artisan; Wagashi; Yogashi; Western-influenced cakes and desserts with a Japanese twist; Breads; Brioches; Viennoiseries; Croissants; Cheesecakes; Pastries; Cream puffs; Shokupan; Sando; Dorayaki; Matcha; Yuzu; Black sesame; Takumi Paris; Cheese-tart; Japanese-inspired pastries; Japanese-French fusion desserts; 93 WB 93 WBN 93 WBVS 01 01 01 02 Celebrate baking and traditional Japanese flavors with these 80 irresistible recipes from the cult-favorite Parisian patisserie Takumi.

Dive into the delicious world of Japanese baking with 80 tantalizing recipes for breads, pastries, and sweet treats. From cloudlike cheesecakes and buttery brioches to dorayaki and iconic shokupan milk bread, this book is filled with delectable recipes for every occasion.

Blending exceptional ingredients like yuzu, matcha, black sesame, and more, Takumi’s creations celebrate an exquisite array of traditional flavors, inviting you to indulge in the refined excellence of Japanese baking.]]> 13 02
Takumi Paris serves excellent products everyday—precisely crafted down to the finest detail and using only the best ingredients—offering each of their creations in a wide selection of flavors.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a4447b4c-ed63-4fae-8948-b468002778db 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 10.25 in 01 260.35 mm 02 8.25 in 02 209.55 mm 03 0.9 in 03 22.86 mm 08 2.13 lb 08 34.08 oz 08 966.15 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261230 14 02 50.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 50.00 0.00 20260910 02 60.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 60.00 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974761401 02 02 1974761401 03 9781974761401 14 19781974761408 15 9781974761401 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Kingdom 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Kingdom, Vol. 12</TitleText> 01 263128534 1 A01 Yasuhisa Hara Hara, Yasuhisa Yasuhisa Hara Yasuhisa Hara 01 eng 224 00 224 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN010000 10 CGN018000 20 Kingdom; Xin; Ying Zheng; Piao; China; Qin; Qin Dynasty; Wang Qi; Changwen Jun; Qin Shi Huang; historical manga; ancient china; Qin Kingdom; generals; war; historical epic; historical fiction; military strategy; ancient warfare; Shin; Ri Shin; Hyou; Ei Sei; Ka Ryou Ten; Shou Bun Kun 93 XA 93 XQV 93 XQG 01 01 01 02 The journey of young orphan Xin’s rise to glory as a great general in the Qin kingdom’s quest to do what has never been done before—unify China.

Xin is a war orphan in a poor village in the kingdom of Qin. He has big dreams of becoming the Greatest General Under the Heavens, and when his best friend’s life is cut short by political machinations, Xin finds himself on a quest to do what no one has ever done before—unify China.

The decisive battle against Zhao finally begins! Meng Wu, one of Qin’s greatest generals, leads the army into battle. Meanwhile, Xin, now a newly promoted three-thousand-man commander in charge of the Fei Xin Force, is given a special mission by General Wang Yi—take down one of the enemy’s greatest generals, Feng Ji!]]> 13 02 Shiji, which was the inspiration for his hit series Kingdom. In 2005, he started working as an assistant under the esteemed manga creator Takehiko Inoue, while starting to work on Kingdom, which began serialization in Young Jump in 2006.

Kingdom follows the historical events outlined in Shiji, and Yasuhisa Hara allows himself creative freedom to fill in any holes in the historical records. Since the beginning of the serialization, Kingdom has sold 110 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling manga in the world.

Yasuhisa Hara won the 17th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize Grand Prize for his work on the series. Kingdom’s anime adaptation began in 2013, and is still ongoing for over 10 years. The series has also been adapted into multiple live-action films.

Yasuhisa Hara is far and away one of the most influential and best-selling manga creators in Japan. His work on Kingdom is a testament to his dedication to telling a compelling story, using Shiji as a road map for one of the best historical epics in manga of all time.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9f1c7382-9682-4a46-b08e-b47200239c77 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.7 in 03 17.78 mm 08 0.55 lb 08 8.8 oz 08 249.48 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 60 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974763177 02 02 197476317X 03 9781974763177 14 19781974763174 15 9781974763177 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. 15 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., Vol. 15</TitleText> 01 263128659 1 A01 Sekka Iwata Iwata, Sekka Sekka Iwata 2 A12 Yu Aoki Aoki, Yu Yu Aoki Sekka Iwata 01 eng 224 00 224 03 CGN004260 FXA 2.1 10 CGN014000 10 CGN018000 20 Kabushiki Gaisha Magilumiere; Magilumiere Co. Ltd.; Kana Sakuragi; Hitomi Koshigaya; Midorikawa; kaii; monsters; rescue and containment; extermination; magical girls; job search; job interviews; first job; magical transformations; female leads; office comedy; brash female lead; competent female lead; high tech tools; malfunctioning tools; magical tools; supportive boss; start up; coworkers; uniforms; riding on brooms; modern setting; alternate universe; strong work ethic; good memory; poaching talent; evil ceo; maho shojo; mahou shoujo 93 XA 93 XQT 93 XQG 01 01 01 02 There’s never a dull day at the office when you’re a magical girl!

Are you looking for something new? Something challenging? Something very highly paid? Exterminating monsters is an exciting, fast-paced field that will get you out from behind a desk and into the action. With over 500 magical girl companies now in operation, you’re sure to find a position—and a uniform—that fits. Start your career as a magical girl today!

Now that the threat from Kamakura and his artificially generated kaii has been eradicated, team Magilumiere can breathe a sigh of relief at last. But that doesn’t mean they’re going to take it easy! The 20th anniversary of the privatization of the magical girl industry is coming up, and Magilumiere has big plans to commemorate the occasion. The only potential pitfall is that Manao is still at large and likely up to no good. Thankfully, Director Manda and the rest of the older generation are on the case, and they won’t rest until they finally clean up this decades-old mess!]]> 13 02 Sekai no Owari no Penfriend (Pen Pal at the End of the World) was serialized in Shonen Jump+ in 2021. Iwata’s manga Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. won third place in the 2022 web manga category of the Next Manga Awards.

Yu Aoki made his debut in 2012 with the one-shot “Minamo Utsu” (Everyone Is Depressed), which won the Excellence Award in the 379th Young Magazine Monthly Rookie Manga Awards in Monthly Young Magazine. His series Bakarei Dogs (Back-Alley Dogs) was serialized in Young Magazine in 2014. His series Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. began serialization in Shonen Jump+ in 2021.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/573a1c30-3e89-4f59-a917-b43e0024999f 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.8 in 03 20.32 mm 08 0.565 lb 08 9.04 oz 08 256.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 56 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974763412 02 02 1974763412 03 9781974763412 14 19781974763419 15 9781974763412 11 BB Hardback Kiki's Delivery Service: The Official Cookbook <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Kiki's Delivery Service: The Official Cookbook</TitleText> 01 263131556 1 A01 Studio Ghibli Studio Ghibli 01 eng 64 00 64 03 CKB128000 WBB 2.1 10 CGN004340 10 PER004080 12 FXA 20 Studio Ghibli cookbook; kiki’s delivery service merchandise; studio Ghibli movies; studio Ghibli merch; studio Ghibli collection; Hayao Miyazaki; kiki’s delivery service recipes; cookbook for adults; cookbook for kids; children’s cookbook; Kiki; Jiji; Tombo; Osono san; Usrula; Gutiokipanja; Gütiokipänjä; Eiko Kadono; Majo no Takkyubin; Koriko City; Herring Pie; Kiki’s chocolate cake; magical girl; movie tie-in; baking book; baking cookbook; 93 WB 93 XAM 93 ATFV 01 01 01 02 Bake up fluffy breads and craft tasty treats inspired by the classic Studio Ghibli film Kiki’s Delivery Service.

Make magic happen in your kitchen with Kiki’s Delivery Service: The Official Cookbook! Bake up delicious breads like the ones made in the Gütiokipänjä bakery and craft other tasty treats inspired by the classic Studio Ghibli film!

In the movie Kiki’s Delivery Service, Kiki encounters an enticing variety of foods, including the striking Herring and Pumpkin Potpie and the iconic chocolate cake the Madame gifts to Kiki. Fans of the film can now make these recipes and more in their own homes using the step-by-step instructions in this cookbook! Additional recipes inspired by the movie include Ribbon-Shaped Witch Snacks and Black Cat Cake Pops shaped like Jiji and are sure to bring a smile to all.

A charming retelling of the movie and numerous images from the film complete this delightful book.]]> 13 02 Spirited Away (2001), Howl’s Moving Castle (2004) and Princess Mononoke (1997) are among Japan’s top 10 grossing films. Studio Ghibli films have garnered numerous awards and critical acclaim from film critics and animation specialists around the world. Spirited Away was awarded the Golden Bear as the Best Feature Film at the 2002 Berlin International Film Festival and won the 2002 Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature Film. The Wind Rises (2013), The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013), When Marnie Was There (2014), and The Red Turtle (2016) have earned the studio four consecutive nominations for the Academy Awards® for Best Animated Feature Film. Earwig and the Witch was an official selection for the 2020 Cannes Film Festival. The studio’s latest film, The Boy and The Heron, released in Japan on July 14, 2023, has been awarded the Golden Globe, BAFTA and the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature in 2024. The studio received an Honorary Palme d’or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/aca31a93-0ec9-480c-9019-b46100245679 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9.25 in 01 234.95 mm 02 7.1875 in 02 182.56 mm 03 0.4 in 03 10.16 mm 08 0.845 lb 08 13.52 oz 08 383.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261230 30 02 25.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 25.00 0.00 20260910 02 29.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 29.00 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974764471 02 02 1974764478 03 9781974764471 14 19781974764478 15 9781974764471 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Hima-Ten! 3 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Hima-Ten!, Vol. 3</TitleText> 01 263131845 1 A01 Genki Ono Ono, Genki Genki Ono Genki Ono 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004280 10 CGN004090 20 Tenichi Iemori; Iemori; Tenichi; Himari Yoshino; Himari; Yoshino; Himarin; Kanai Honoka; Kanna Aizawa; harem; reverse harem; harem romance; high school harem; boy house cleaner; male house cleaner; makeup company CEO; girl boss; high school CEO; having a crush; crushes; falling in love; crushing on multiple people; love triangle; girl boy friendship; opposite gender friendship; upending gender expectations; Shonen Jump; Weekly Shonen Jump; unrequited love; obvious crush; missed connection; coming of age; shonen romance; shonen romantic comedy 93 XA 93 XQS 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 This housecleaning high schooler’s new client is a literal hot mess!

Tenichi Iemori lives for domestic work. He cooks and cleans for his entire family, all while attending high school and working part-time as a house cleaner. But when Himari Yoshino—model, mogul, and makeup company president—starts attending his school, Iemori’s whirlwind of a life gets even more hectic as he’s drawn into Himari’s glitzy orbit.

Kanna’s move to Tokyo means she needs help unpacking! When she hires Tenichi to sort through the mess in her apartment, he discovers something embarrassing in a box labeled “secret”… Later, Tenichi and Honoka finally get some one-on-one time during a school trip. So why does he give Himari a piggyback ride?!]]> 13 02 Full Drive, found acclaim in Weekly Shonen Jump. Hima-Ten! is his first work published in English.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/14821ae9-2023-45c2-a46d-b4530024243d 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.365 lb 08 5.84 oz 08 165.56 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974765324 02 02 1974765326 03 9781974765324 14 19781974765321 15 9781974765324 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Undead Unluck 27 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Undead Unluck, Vol. 27</TitleText> 01 263132009 1 A01 Yoshifumi Tozuka Tozuka, Yoshifumi Yoshifumi Tozuka Yoshifumi Tozuka 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN016000 10 CGN014000 20 undead unluck; undead; unluck; andy; fuuko izumo; union; shonen jump; under; negator; UMA; unjustice; tatiana; billy; top; unrepair; shonen 93 XA 93 XQH 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 What happens when an unlucky girl meets an undead guy? Pure chaos!

Tired of inadvertently killing people with her special ability Unluck, Fuuko Izumo sets out to end it all. But when she meets Andy, a man who longs for death but can't die, she finds a reason to live—and he finds someone capable of giving him the death he's been longing for.

In the Union’s last stand against the Master Rules, Julia awakens her ability, Unjustice! However, Fuuko and her friends must find the last of the Three Sacred Spirit Treasures—the Heart! Will they be able to defeat God and put an end to Ragnarøk? Everything hangs on this climactic battle!]]> 13 02 Uchuu Kankou C-Arc (Cosmic Arc Travel), which was published in Jump Next! in May 2014. Undead Unluck, his first series, began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in January 2020.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/cc76d021-fa45-40a6-ae5e-b43000264a6e 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.375 lb 08 6 oz 08 170.1 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765379 02 02 1974765377 03 9781974765379 14 19781974765376 15 9781974765379 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Climber 7 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Climber, Vol. 7</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Climber, Vol. 7</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263128782 1 A01 Shin'ichi Sakamoto Sakamoto, Shin'ichi Shin'ichi Sakamoto 2 A01 Jiro Nitta Nitta, Jiro Jiro Nitta Shin'ichi Sakamoto 01 eng 416 00 416 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004200 20 Koko no Hito; Buntaro Mori; Miyamoto; Mizuki; Ohnishi; Yumi; coming of age; tragedy; sports; mountaineering; mountain climbing; alpine; bouldering; solo climbing; misanthrope; finding yourself; introvert; #DRCL midnight children 93 XA 93 XQG 93 XQJ 01 01 01 02 The harder you climb, the higher you live.

Buntaro Mori is a loner, but being alone in a crowd is almost as bad as being forced to fit in. When a dangerous bid for solitude introduces Mori to the rush of solo climbing, he becomes addicted to the brilliant sense of freedom he finds as he pits his body and soul against the heights. But how high does he have to climb to leave humanity behind?

After the solitary turbulence of his youth, Buntaro has found peace and contentment in adulthood. With a wife, a baby daughter, and a steady job as a researcher for the WEC, he no longer yearns for the terrible glory of the peaks. But when an old ambition converges with a new challenge at work, Buntaro finds himself being drawn back into the perilous, addictive world of climbing. Will the call of K2 prove to be too much to resist?]]> 13 02 The Climber and Innocent have both won the Excellence Award at the Japan Media Arts Festival. His series #DRCL midnight children is also available in English from VIZ Media.

Jiro Nitta was a Japanese novelist and meteorologist. Born in 1912, he pioneered the field of mountain novels, writing while working at the Central Meteorological Observatory. Nitta won the 1955 Naoki Prize for Goriki Den. His other works include The Climber and Death March on Mount Hakkoda.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/90df4cec-efa2-4009-be72-b46800277c7a 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 1.2 in 03 30.48 mm 08 0.99 lb 08 15.84 oz 08 449.06 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 28 02 33.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 33.99 0.00 20260910 02 38.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 38.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765430 02 02 1974765431 03 9781974765430 14 19781974765437 15 9781974765430 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Boy's Abyss 15 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Boy's Abyss, Vol. 15</TitleText> 01 263128823 1 A01 Ryo Minenami Minenami, Ryo Ryo Minenami Ryo Minenami 01 eng 200 00 200 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN024000 10 CGN006000 20 Shonen no abyss; shounen no abyss; boys abyss; reiji Kurose; nagi aoe; chako; small town; depression; lover’s abyss; lovers abyss; lovers’ suicide; lover’s suicide; lovers suicide; mature manga; seinen; coming of age manga; coming of age; dark manga; hatsukoi zombie; mental illness; adultery; blackmail; rural 93 XA 93 XQF 01 01 01 02 Self-serving adults and broken dreams push a teenage boy trapped in a dead-end town closer and closer toward the abyss.

Reiji’s life is as miserable as the small town he can’t escape. The most interesting thing that’s ever happened there is a double suicide down by the river. Does Reiji have any power over his fate, or will he too fall into the abyss?

Reiji tries to rescue Chako from herself—but will his efforts help or make things worse? An unexpected role model may tip the balance. Meanwhile, Ms. Shiba would stand to benefit from her mother’s advice, and Nagi finally figures out what she wants. Will Reiji? Then, a dying Esemori gives his blessing...for what it’s worth.]]> 13 02 Oboreru Hanabi (Drowning Fireworks), was published in 2009 in Moba MAN. Other credits include the series Himegoto: Jukyusai no Seifuku (Princess’s Possessions: Uniform of a 19-Year-Old), Hatsukoi Zombie (First-Love Zombie), and the one-shot “Hanayome Warashi” (Child Bride). His series Boy’s Abyss began serialization in Weekly Young Jump in 2020.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/29c7d86c-18bc-4a94-9f80-b43e0024adfc 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 08 0.367 lb 08 5.872 oz 08 166.47 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261230 60 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765447 02 02 197476544X 03 9781974765447 14 19781974765444 15 9781974765447 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Record of Ragnarok 20 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Record of Ragnarok, Vol. 20</TitleText> 01 263128864 1 A01 Shinya Umemura Umemura, Shinya Shinya Umemura 2 A01 Takumi Fukui Fukui, Takumi Takumi Fukui 3 A12 Azychika Shinya Umemura 01 eng 176 00 176 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN004060 20 Ragnarok; gods; mortals; Valhalla; tournament; Thor; Lü Bu; Zeus; Adam; Greek; Norse; valkyrie; Brunhilde; action; mythology; shuumatsu no valkyrie; shumatsu; shuumatsu no walkurie; valkyrie of the end; world’s end valkyrie; ajichika; battle manga 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQC 01 01 01 02 Humanity’s greatest heroes battle the gods for the survival of the human race!

Once every millennium, the gods assemble to decide if humanity is worthy of its continued existence or if it should be destroyed! When the verdict is destruction, the final battle between the gods and mortal heroes will decide the survival or extinction of the human race—a battle known as Ragnarok!

After humanity suffers a heartbreaking defeat, Leonidas begins round nine by defying the very god he should be worshipping—the brilliant Apollo! The king of Sparta’s history of war demonstrates humanity’s unwavering pride and fighting spirit. But his shield is quickly met with Apollo’s Threads of Artemis, which change according to the wielder’s every need. The man who spurns the gods and the god who demands worship—who will bow their head to whom in this tense clash of egos?]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d8f20474-dc76-46e8-b21e-b43e0024b0ce 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.7 in 03 17.78 mm 08 0.445 lb 08 7.12 oz 08 201.85 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 60 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765454 02 02 1974765458 03 9781974765454 14 19781974765451 15 9781974765454 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Mission: Yozakura Family 25 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Mission: Yozakura Family, Vol. 25</TitleText> 01 263132132 1 A01 Hitsuji Gondaira Gondaira, Hitsuji Hitsuji Gondaira Hitsuji Gondaira 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN018000 10 CGN004010 20 Yozakura; yozakura san chi no daisakusen; Mission: Yozakura Family; Taiyo Asano; Mutsumi Yozakura; Kengo Yozakura; Kyoichiro Yozakura; Shion Yozakura; Futaba Yozakura; Nanao Yozakura; Shinzo Yozakura; Spies; Action; Manga; Weekly Shonen Jump 93 XA 93 XQG 93 XQD 01 01 01 02 Romance! A crazy, overprotective brother! And...spies?!

Taiyo Asano has been on his own ever since his parents died. The only one who seems to care for him is his childhood friend and classmate, Mutsumi Yozakura. But Mutsumi has a secret—she is the head of a family of spies!

Hifumi’s concern for her twin brother Alpha’s safety triggers her Blooming. Her Uncle Kyoichiro sees her power running amok and steps in to stop it, but Hifumi won’t let up! Meanwhile, back at Teiou Academy, Alpha’s in bed with a fever. Shinzo and the others are doing their best to tend to him, but nothing’s simple in a house full of crazy siblings!]]> 13 02 Demon Prince Poro's Diaries, was published in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2017. He started work on Mission: Yozakura Family in 2019.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2a30f7b1-f510-47cc-b01b-b43e0024b3b4 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.279 lb 08 4.464 oz 08 126.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20261230 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765478 02 02 1974765474 03 9781974765478 14 19781974765475 15 9781974765478 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Red River (3-in-1 Edition) 9 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Red River (4-in-1 Edition), Vol. 9</TitleText> <Subtitle>Includes volumes 25, 26, 27, & 28</Subtitle> 01 263130731 1 A01 Chie Shinohara Shinohara, Chie Chie Shinohara Chie Shinohara 01 eng 768 00 768 03 CGN004300 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN004090 20 Red River; Sora Wa Akai Kawa No Hotori; Manga; Shojo; Yuri; Anatolia; Shinohara Chie; Chie Shinohara 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 A 3-in-1 edition of the classic romance fantasy series where a modern girl is whisked to ancient times and must navigate a scheming court and warring factions while trying to find her way home.

Yuri, a modern teenager, is transported to ancient Anatolia as part of a scheme by the evil Nakia, queen of the Hittites. Only the intervention of Nakia’s stepson, Prince Kail, saves Yuri from the queen’s bloodthirsty intentions. As an unintended consequence of the prince’s actions, the people of Anatolia embrace Yuri as the incarnation of the great war goddess Ishtar.

Charged with treason, Nakia denies her guilt and, despite being confined, uses her magic to free her henchman Urhi, who is then suspected of launching a campaign of murderous retaliation against Kail and Yuri.]]> 13 02
Chie Shinohara’s debut work, “Akai Densetsu” (Red Legend), was published in the winter issue of Coronet in 1981. The creator won the 32nd Shogakukan Manga Grand Prize for her masterpiece Yami no Purple Eye. Red River won the 46th Shogakukan Manga Award.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2b2e4c1d-e362-46ca-9492-b44c00252771 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1.6 in 03 40.64 mm 08 1.055 lb 08 16.88 oz 08 478.54 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 28 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974765492 02 02 1974765490 03 9781974765492 14 19781974765499 15 9781974765492 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Nue's Exorcist 9 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Nue's Exorcist, Vol. 9</TitleText> 01 263132214 1 A01 Kota Kawae Kawae, Kota Kota Kawae Kota Kawae 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN016000 10 CGN014000 20 shonen; shonen jump; supernatural; comedy; school life; exorcist; spirits; harem; gamer girl; gaming 93 XA 93 XQH 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 A powerful spirit awaits the right human to free her—and she’s ready for some PVP!

For as long as he can remember, Gakuro Yajima’s been able to see spirits—beings that are drawn to human sadness and anger. A fateful encounter with a quirky pop culture–loving spirit named Nue marks the start of Gakuro’s spirit-exorcist adventure!

As the exorcist girls deepen their friendship in Nue’s giant bath, Tsujita declares that she will be asking Gakuro out to the summer festival! Meanwhile, Raisei forges a temporary contract with Gashadokuro, the Hyo predicted to be the first to fully revive!]]> 13 02 Nue’s Exorcist began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in May 2023.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1e81a4b3-ff60-4d62-bdab-b461002459c7 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.365 lb 08 5.84 oz 08 165.56 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974765508 02 02 1974765504 03 9781974765508 14 19781974765505 15 9781974765508 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Colette Decides to Die 9 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Colette Decides to Die, Vol. 9</TitleText> 01 263130772 1 A01 Alto Yukimura Yukimura, Alto Alto Yukimura Alto Yukimura 01 eng 384 00 384 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN004030 20 apothecary; shojo; shoujo; shojo beat; Hades; underworld; fantasy; shojo romance; cute; fairy tale; sweet love story; colette wa shinu koto ni shita 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQM 01 01 01 02 Colette, an overworked apothecary, finds romance and a new lease on life—in the underworld!!

When exhausted workaholic apothecary Colette jumps into a well, instead of dying she finds herself caring for a new patient: Hades, Lord of the Dead. As Colette goes back and forth between her world and the underworld, new patients of every kind arrive daily!

Lord Hades announces that for one day only, he will grant each of the residents of the underworld anything they request. What will the excited and confused skeletons ask for? Meanwhile, aboveground, Colette and her celestial friends reach her hometown!]]> 13 02 Honey & Butterfly, Pizzicato no Nemuru Mori (The Sleeping Forest Where Pizzicato Sleeps), and Roppyaku Page no Mystery (Six Hundred-Page Mysteries). Her current obsession is watching the Numbers TV series.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/776b6837-182c-4d68-aed9-b45a00243066 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.557 lb 08 8.912 oz 08 252.65 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974765522 02 02 1974765520 03 9781974765522 14 19781974765529 15 9781974765522 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Scattering His Virgin Bloom: Love Frenzy 4 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Scattering His Virgin Bloom: Love Frenzy, Vol. 4</TitleText> 01 263133973 1 A01 Aya Sakyo Sakyo, Aya Aya Sakyo Aya Sakyo 01 eng 162 00 162 03 CGN004210 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN009020 20 yaoi; boys love; BL; bishonen; bishounen; SuBLime; SuBLime Manga; gay; LGBT; LGBTQ; Hana; Renjaku; omegaverse; alpha; beta; omega; fated pairing; rut; heat; mpreg; black cat boyfriend 93 XA 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 The sequel to the stormy omegaverse romance between a smokin’-hot alpha and an under-the-radar omega!

A virgin omega living in secret is outed when his first heat hits at work, sparking a passionate romance with his secret crush. Their steamy and needy romance seems like a match made in omegaverse heaven, but becoming a real couple will be a lot harder than sating their primal urges.

Hana is a late-blooming omega who reached sexual maturity at the age of 26. Now he’s unexpectedly pregnant with his alpha mate Renjaku’s child. When Renjaku asks, “What should we do?” Hana takes it the wrong way. But they soon realize that their intimacy can only grow as they start a family together… Now for the wedding planning! Follow their sexy and beautiful journey toward parenthood in this final volume of Scattering His Virgin Bloom: Love Frenzy!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/92a201bc-e026-4012-b584-b46100245edb 01 SuBLime SIMO300 SuBLime 01 01 SuBLime SIMO300 SuBLime 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.125 in 01 180.98 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.223 lb 08 3.568 oz 08 101.15 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 18.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 18.99 0.00 20260910 02 21.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 SuBLime AU 01 20270112 9781974766420 02 02 197476642X 03 9781974766420 14 19781974766427 15 9781974766420 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Witching Hour 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Witching Hour, Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 263129114 1 A01 Paru Itagaki Itagaki, Paru Paru Itagaki Paru Itagaki 01 eng 200 00 200 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004040 10 CGN004090 20 Paru Takagi; ghost; supernatural; spirit; bondage; sexy; erotica; infidelity; jealousy; obsession; paranormal; Megumi Sano; Yu Sano; Gho; red spider lily; Tsubota; exorcist; passion; female gaze; ushimitsugao; ushimitsu gao 93 XA 93 XQH 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 What happens when romance is literally dead?

Housewife Megumi is devoted to her husband, Yuji, but longs for something more… When Yuji literally isn’t up to the task, a supernatural lover materializes in their bedroom. Will this spirit move her?

Megumi’s love life is lackluster. Sex with her husband, Yuji, has become just a means to conceive a child. But then a ghost enters the picture—and their bedroom. The spirit caters to Megumi’s deepest desires, satisfying her to the point where Yuji grows suspicious. Unfortunately, the private investigator he hires has a dark side. And then Megumi’s incorporeal paramour finds a new way to possess her more fully…]]> 13 02 Beast Complex, which became the precursor to BEASTARS, her first serialization. BEASTARS has won multiple awards in Japan, including the prestigious 2018 Manga Taisho Award. Itagaki continues to explore the anthropomorphic world of BEASTARS in the ongoing short story anthology series Beast Complex. In her series Taika’s Reason, she delves further into the animalistic nature of people and the humanist nature of animals. Her ouevre also includes the psychological horror manga Drip Drip.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/dec328a0-8c73-49bc-b8a0-b4720023a7b9 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.7 in 03 17.78 mm 08 0.485 lb 08 7.76 oz 08 219.99 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 60 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974766505 02 02 1974766500 03 9781974766505 14 19781974766502 15 9781974766505 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Akane-banashi 18 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Akane-banashi, Vol. 18</TitleText> 01 263132583 1 A01 Yuki Suenaga Suenaga, Yuki Yuki Suenaga 2 A12 Takamasa Moue Moue, Takamasa Takamasa Moue Yuki Suenaga 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004280 10 CGN014000 20 Akane; Akane-banashi; Akanebanashi; Rakugo; Rakugoka; Japanese comedy; Shonen Jump 93 XA 93 XQS 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 Akane takes on the world of rakugo to avenge her father!

Shinta Arakawa wants nothing more than to pass his shin’uchi exam—the test that would make him a top-rank headliner and master storyteller in the traditional Japanese art of rakugo. Akane Osaki, his daughter and biggest fan, spies on him while he practices and learns his routines for herself. When rakugo master Issho Arakawa expels everyone after the exam with no explanation, a fire is lit inside Akane. From that day forth, she has had one goal—to avenge her father and prove his art was worthy of the title of shin’uchi.

Three years have passed since the dissolution of the Shiguma School. Shomei Tsubakiya rejects Akane’s pleas to train her in the story “God of Death,” as something about her performance techniques goes against what he calls his principles. Determined to earn his recognition and prove she is worthy, Akane enters a rakugo competition that he is judging. But her new master, Issho Arakawa, places a restriction on her performance—she must win the competition without making anyone laugh.]]> 13 02 Weekly Shonen Jump. Akane-banashi is their first serialized title. It began its run in Weekly Shonen Jump in February 2022 and won third place in the print manga category at the eighth Next Manga Awards in 2022.

Takamasa Moue started his manga career in 2015 by participating in Shonen Jump’s Golden Future Cup contest with the one-shot “Galaxy Gangs.” His first serialization, Ole ★ Golazo, ran in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2016. In 2017, he published a short serialization in Jump GIGA called K.K. in the City of Fog, which ran for three chapters. In 2021, he teamed up with Yuki Suenaga to create the one-shot “Tatarashido.” In February 2022, the two worked together to publish what would be his second serialization, Akane-banashi.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2091fc23-1120-4edb-b6d5-b46800278aff 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.279 lb 08 4.464 oz 08 126.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974766666 02 02 1974766667 03 9781974766666 14 19781974766663 15 9781974766666 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Tamon's B-Side 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Tamon's B-Side, Vol. 12</TitleText> 01 263131059 1 A01 Yuki Shiwasu Shiwasu, Yuki Yuki Shiwasu Yuki Shiwasu 01 eng 168 00 168 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN014000 20 Tamon-kun Ima Docchi; Tamon; Utage; Pop; Music; Idol; Fangirl; Fan Meets Idol; Bias; Boy Band; Hiding True Self; Insecurity; Onstage Persona; Shy Male Lead; Unexpected Surprise; Romantic Fantasy; Hot Guy; High School; Pretense; Support; Cleaning; Cooking; Funny; Chemistry; Romance; Comedy; Shojo; Takane & Hana 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 When a shiny idol is a sad mess in real life, can his number one fan help him stay upbeat?

High schooler Utage Kinoshita works part-time as a housekeeper so she can afford her fangirl obsession with Tamon Fukuhara, her favorite member of boy band F/ACE. When work serendipitously sends her to the home of her idol, she discovers that the real Tamon couldn’t be more different from his wild and sexy onstage persona!

The rivalry between Tamon and Ori heats up when Tamon realizes he’s in love with Utage too—and issues a declaration of war! Later, as work on the TV drama wraps, the emboldened idol finds an excuse to visit Utage’s house again…and he somehow stays the night?!]]> 13 02 Hana to Yume magazine. She is the creator of Takane & Hana, available in North America from VIZ Media.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a038ee7d-34dc-4451-9d07-b4720023ab50 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.3 lb 08 4.8 oz 08 136.08 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974766703 02 02 1974766705 03 9781974766703 14 19781974766700 15 9781974766703 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback One Piece 113 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>One Piece, Vol. 113</TitleText> 01 263132788 1 A01 Eiichiro Oda Oda, Eiichiro Eiichiro Oda Eiichiro Oda 01 eng 208 00 208 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN004060 20 one piece; one-piece; eiichiro oda; oda; action; adventure; comedy; fantasy; humor; pirates; pirate; luffy; monkey d. luffy; straw hat pirates; anime; pirate king; best-selling manga; Guinness World Record; shonen jump; devil fruit; grand line; zollo; zoro; zolo; nami; chopper; usopp; sanji; robin; ace; anime; movie adaptation; one piece video game; light novels; art book; one piece trading card; oricon top; publishing and sales record; new york times manga best seller; top manga property; tezuka osamu cultural prize; favorite manga series; japan cartoonists association award; top manga; most popular anime; top anime; hit series; treasure hunt; special abilities; world travel; manga 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQC 01 01 01 02 Join Monkey D. Luffy and his swashbuckling crew in their search for the ultimate treasure, One Piece!

As a child, Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming King of the Pirates. But his life changed when he accidentally gained the power to stretch like rubber...at the cost of never being able to swim again! Years later, Luffy sets off in search of the One Piece, said to be the greatest treasure in the world...

As Luffy and Loki get to know each other better, the Holy Knights of the World Government launch an attack on Elbaph. Their first move is to use a mysterious power on the children of the giants. Can Luffy and his crew fight back against this seemingly invincible enemy?]]> 13 02 Wanted! won second place in the coveted Tezuka manga awards. Oda went on to work as an assistant to some of the biggest manga artists in the industry, including Nobuhiro Watsuki, before winning the Hop Step Award for new artists. His pirate adventure One Piece, which debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in 1997, quickly became one of the most popular manga in Japan.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/30e79058-1817-411b-9548-b44c002530f7 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.302 lb 08 4.832 oz 08 136.99 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974766826 02 02 1974766829 03 9781974766826 14 19781974766823 15 9781974766826 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Shiba Inu Rooms 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Shiba Inu Rooms, Vol. 2</TitleText> 01 263132914 1 A01 Esu Omori Omori, Esu Esu Omori Esu Omori 01 eng 208 00 208 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN014000 10 CGN016000 20 shiba inu; dogs; puppies; ghosts; apartment; neighbors; exorcist; ghost dog; pet; pet owner; dog owner; roommate; ascension; comedy; odd-couple; slice of life; cozy 93 XA 93 XQT 93 XQH 01 01 01 02 A new home filled with the ghosts of Shiba Inu. What could go wrong?

When high schooler Kori Momose goes apartment hunting to be closer to her new school, she comes across a one-bedroom unit at a shockingly cheap price. What’s the catch? The ghost of a Shiba Inu dog named Mu is bound to the apartment! But for a girl as icy and awkward as Kori, is sharing a life with the fiery Mu too tall an order? A funny and heartwarming odd couple comedy begins right here!

Kori has grown accustomed to life with Mu, her Shiba Inu ghost. She now spends her days helping him make friends, cleaning him when he’s drenched from nose to tail in ketchup, and realizing that she’s regularly smiling for the first time in a long time. Until one day, when Kori returns home from school to find that somehow, Mu has left the apartment he haunts…]]> 13 02 Shiba Inu Rooms and the one-shot “Tanuki to Tamaki.” Shiba Inu Rooms began as a one-shot in 2023 and became a serialization on Shonen Jump+ in 2024.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f578a2a8-26ea-46e4-918f-b45a00244331 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.302 lb 08 4.832 oz 08 136.99 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768394 02 02 1974768392 03 9781974768394 14 19781974768391 15 9781974768394 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Blue Box 22 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Blue Box, Vol. 22</TitleText> 01 263133041 1 A01 Kouji Miura Miura, Kouji Kouji Miura Kouji Miura 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN004280 20 Ao no hako; basketball; badminton; shonen romcom; rom-com; shonen jump; wsj; sj 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQS 01 01 01 02 A badminton guy falls for a basketball girl. Do these sports-crossed lovers have a chance?

Taiki Inomata loves badminton, but he has a long way to go before he can reach nationals. When Taiki sees upperclassman Chinatsu Kano practicing her heart out on the girls’ basketball team, he falls for her hard. After an unexpected turn of events brings the two closer together, sports might not be the first thing on their minds anymore!

After a fearsome Winter Cup battle, Chinatsu finally puts away her basketball demons. Inspired by her on-the-court heroics, Taiki works even harder to level up his own game. Then, to commemorate their first anniversary, Taiki and Chinatsu go on a long-awaited winter date, and Chinatsu suggests they check out her new apartment for a little alone time!]]> 13 02 Aozora Lover (Blue Sky Lover). Her previously published works include Sensei, Suki Desu (I Love You, Teacher) and several one-shots. Blue Box was first published as a one-shot in 2020 before it began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2021.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1b1e265f-9d40-4344-a20a-b44c00253445 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.279 lb 08 4.464 oz 08 126.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768424 02 02 1974768422 03 9781974768424 14 19781974768421 15 9781974768424 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Elusive Samurai 22 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Elusive Samurai, Vol. 22</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Elusive Samurai, Vol. 22</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263133342 1 A01 Yusei Matsui Matsui, Yusei Yusei Matsui Yusei Matsui 01 eng 200 00 200 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN010000 10 CGN004030 20 elusive; nigejouzu no wakagimi; samurai; samurai warfare; Hojo Tokiyuki; Hojo clan; Suwa Yorishige; Ashikaga Toshiyuki; Kamakura; Ashikaga; shogun; shogunate; Emperor Go Daigo; Japanese history; action; adventure; shonen jump; shonen 93 XA 93 XQV 93 XQM 01 01 01 02 In war-torn medieval Japan, a young samurai lord struggles to retake his throne, but not by fighting. Hojo Tokiyuki will reclaim his birthright by running away!

In medieval Japan, eight-year-old Hojo Tokiyuki is the heir to the Kamakura shogunate. But the Hojo clan is in decline, and Tokiyuki’s peaceful days of playing hide-and-seek with his teachers come to an abrupt end when his clan is betrayed from within. The lone survivor of his family, Tokiyuki is the rightful heir to the throne, but to take it back, he’ll have to do what he does best—run away!

Forced out of his mountain defenses in Shinano, Tokiyuki goes on the run once again. After the death of Emperor Go-Daigo in 1339, political alliances shift again and again, even within the Ashikaga. When tensions arise between Takauji’s brother, Tadayoshi, and his steward Moronao, only bloodshed will settle things. Did Takauji orchestrate it all? The years pass by, and Tokiyuki, now an adult, must decide who he will take as his wife—Shizuku, Ayako, or Mima—or…all three? Then in 1351, Tokiyuki encounters a lost comrade during a siege…]]> 13 02 Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and Ultimate Muscle. Matsui learned his trade working as an assistant to manga artist Yoshio Sawai, creator of Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo. In 2005, Matsui debuted his original manga Neuro: Supernatural Detective in Weekly Shonen Jump. In 2007, Neuro was adapted into an anime. His next series, Assassination Classroom, captured imaginations worldwide and was adapted to anime, video games, and film. In 2021, The Elusive Samurai began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/13f32448-5605-45e1-93c5-b44c00253783 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.8 in 03 20.32 mm 08 0.43 lb 08 6.88 oz 08 195.04 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768455 02 02 1974768457 03 9781974768455 14 19781974768452 15 9781974768455 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Kagurabachi 9 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Kagurabachi, Vol. 9</TitleText> 01 263133435 1 A01 Takeru Hokazono Hokazono, Takeru Takeru Hokazono Takeru Hokazono 01 eng 232 00 232 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN018000 10 CGN016000 20 samurai; sorcerer; shonen; shonen jump; katana; sword; revenge; vengeance; action; chihiro; char; kunishige; shiba 93 XA 93 XQG 93 XQH 01 01 01 02 Chihiro's cursed past sends him down a quest of bloody vengeance!

Chihiro Rokuhira’s father, Kunishige, is the most famous swordsmith in the land. Thanks to his six enchanted blades, the war that has been gripping the nation ends, and peaceful days follow. After the war, he retrieves all six blades and hides them in the cellar of his workshop—but sorcerers raid his home and leave Kunishige dead in front of Chihiro. Many years later, Chihiro wields Kunishige’s seventh and final enchanted blade on a mission to retrieve the stolen swords!

Chihiro draws the Enten to protect Iori, while Hiruhiko draws the Kumeyuri to settle his score with Chihiro. In that moment, Samura’s Owl locates the combatants, setting the stage for the master sword fighter Samura to enter the battle. Iori’s fate hangs in the balance as the Kyoto Bloodshed Hotel is transformed into a sea of blood.]]> 13 02 Kagurabachi began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2023.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/59fc00ee-d436-4342-8032-b46800278eaf 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.337 lb 08 5.392 oz 08 152.86 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768530 02 02 1974768538 03 9781974768530 14 19781974768537 15 9781974768530 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Seraph of the End 35 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Seraph of the End, Vol. 35</TitleText> <Subtitle>Vampire Reign</Subtitle> 01 263133640 1 A01 Takaya Kagami Kagami, Takaya Takaya Kagami 2 A12 Yamato Yamamoto Yamamoto, Yamato Yamato Yamamoto Takaya Kagami 01 eng 204 00 204 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN016000 20 seraph; seraph of the end; owari no serafu; owari no seraph; action; dark fantasy; drama; manga; anime; anime adaptation; fantasy; supernatural; mystery; takaya kagami; yamato yamamoto; daisuke furuya; shonen jump; shonen; virus; dystopia; apocalypse; vampire; vampires; orphan; orphans; japan; demon; demons; moon demon company; yuichiro; yuuichirou; Yuichiro Hyakuya; Mikaela Hyakuya; Shinoa Hiragi; Mitsuba Sangu; Yoichi Saotome; Shiho Kimizuki; Guren Ichinose; Ferid Bathory; Kureto Hiragi; Shinya Hiragi; Jump SQ; revenge; humanity; light novels; light novel; new york times manga best seller; best-selling manga; disease; military 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQH 01 01 01 02 In a post-apocalyptic world of vampires vs. humans, Yuichiro brings vengeance upon his vampire overlords!

After trumpets of the apocalypse proclaim the fall of humanity, vampires arise from the shadows to rule the earth. Yuichiro wants just one thing—to get revenge by killing each and every vampire.

While Shinoa and her squad continue their onslaught against the vampires, the conflict between Saito and Urd intensifies. Who will win the power struggle between these two vampires who have been friends since childhood? Meanwhile, Guren and his faction join the fray alongside Ferid as they continue to consume vampire after vampire. However, Yuichiro and Mika make a surprise appearance to put an end to the madness unfolding in this battle to determine the fate of the world!]]> 13 02 The Legend of the Legendary Heroes, which has been adapted into manga, anime and a video game. His previous series, A Dark Rabbit Has Seven Lives, also spawned a manga and anime series.

Yamato Yamamoto, born 1983, is an artist and illustrator whose works include the Kure-nai manga and the light novels Kure-nai, 9S -Nine S- and Denpa Teki na Kanojo. Both Denpa Teki na Kanojo and Kure-nai have been adapted into anime.

Daisuke Furuya previously assisted Yamato Yamamoto with storyboards for Kure-nai.
]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f9bb78d9-d1df-4b4c-967b-b461002462b2 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.296 lb 08 4.736 oz 08 134.26 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768615 02 02 1974768619 03 9781974768615 14 19781974768612 15 9781974768615 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits 12 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits, Vol. 12</TitleText> 01 263131100 1 A01 Midori Yuma Yuma, Midori Midori Yuma 2 A01 Waco Ioka Ioka, Waco Waco Ioka 3 A12 Laruha Midori Yuma 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN016000 10 CGN004030 20 Yokai; ayakashi; creatures; fairy tales; goblins; ogres; oni; folk lore; spirited away; kakuriyo; magic; the sight; inheritance; family debt; food; cooking; tengu; kitsune; kappa; ôdanna; inn; working off debt; kakuriyo no Yadomeshi; kakuriyo no yadomeshi ayakashi o yado ni yomeiri shimasu 93 XA 93 XQH 93 XQM 01 01 01 02 Faced with the choice of being married to a strange spirit or being made into dinner, Aoi decides to create a third option for herself!

Aoi Tsubaki inherited her grandfather’s ability to see spirits—and his massive debt to them! Now she’s been kidnapped and taken to Kakuriyo, the spirit world, to make good on his bill. Her options: marry the head of the inn her grandfather trashed, or get eaten by demons. But Aoi isn’t the type to let spirits push her around, and she’s determined to redeem her grandfather’s IOU on her own terms!

Aoi has been more or less abducted by the staff of the rival inn Orio-ya, and it’s clear she’s not getting back to Tenjin-ya anytime soon. As long as Aoi has access to a kitchen and good ingredients, she’s willing to stick around. But now she and her new friends, the twin crane chefs, have been given a momentous task—cater to a super-picky rain woman’s palette or risk the destruction of the Southern Lands!]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/214ab816-1bb2-4f57-ab30-b4790025ecfd 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.232 lb 08 3.712 oz 08 105.23 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768622 02 02 1974768627 03 9781974768622 14 19781974768629 15 9781974768622 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Mao 26 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Mao, Vol. 26</TitleText> 01 263128036 1 A01 Rumiko Takahashi Takahashi, Rumiko Rumiko Takahashi Rumiko Takahashi 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN016000 20 kiba nanoka; nanoka kiba; mao; exorcist; exorcism; isekai; supernatural; fantasy; maison ikkoku; urusei yatsura; rumiko takahashi; takahashi rumiko; rumic world; rumic theater; inuyasha; inu-yasha; rin-ne; ranma; ranma 1/2; mystery; kyokai no rinne; rinne; shonen sunday; manga 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQH 01 01 01 02 Exorcise your destiny in an era-spanning supernatural adventure from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi!

When Nanoka is transported back in time to a supernatural early 20th century, she gets recruited by aloof exorcist Mao. What thread of fate connects them? Together, they seek answers...and kick some demon butt along the way!

Nanoka is determined to defeat the beast inside of Soma without harming him. But is that what Soma wants? Meanwhile, Mao pursues a serial assailant with the face of a rat and a deadly bite. Then, rumors spread about a body trapped in a whirlpool. Could it be Masago, Kamon’s lost love?]]> 13 02 Those Selfish Aliens. Later that same year, her boy-meets-alien comedy series, Urusei Yatsura, was serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday. This phenomenally successful manga series was adapted into anime format and spawned a TV series and half a dozen theatrical-release movies, all incredibly popular in their own right. Takahashi followed up the success of her debut series with one blockbuster hit after another—Maison Ikkoku ran from 1980 to 1987, Ranma 1/2 from 1987 to 1996, and Inuyasha from 1996 to 2008. Other notable works include Mermaid Saga, Rumic Theater, and One-Pound Gospel.

Takahashi was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Awards Hall of Fame in 2018. She won the prestigious Shogakukan Manga Award twice in her career, once for Urusei Yatsura in 1981 and the second time for Inuyasha in 2002. A majority of the Takahashi canon has been adapted into other media such as anime, live-action TV series, and film. Takahashi’s manga, as well as the other formats her work has been adapted into, have continued to delight generations of fans around the world. Distinguished by her wonderfully endearing characters, Takahashi’s work adeptly incorporates a wide variety of elements such as comedy, romance, fantasy, and martial arts. While her series are difficult to pin down into one simple genre, the signature style she has created has come to be known as the “Rumic World.” Rumiko Takahashi is an artist who truly represents the very best from the world of manga.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/69057004-afb6-42e8-bb47-b468002792c7 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.37 lb 08 5.92 oz 08 167.83 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974768677 02 02 1974768678 03 9781974768677 14 19781974768674 15 9781974768677 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Ultraman 22 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Ultraman, Vol. 22</TitleText> 01 263129442 1 A01 Tomohiro Shimoguchi Shimoguchi, Tomohiro Tomohiro Shimoguchi 2 A01 Eiichi Shimizu Shimizu, Eiichi Eiichi Shimizu Tomohiro Shimoguchi 01 eng 234 00 234 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004070 10 CGN004060 20 Ultraman; Shin Hayata; Shinjiro; Ide; Fuji; Bemular; Science Special Search Party; SSSP; tokusatsu; kaiju; science fiction; action adventure 93 XA 93 XQL 93 XQC 01 01 01 02 It’s time for a new generation of Ultraman!

Decades ago, a being known as the Giant of Light joined together with Shin Hayata of the Science Special Search Party to save Earth from an invasion of terrifying monsters called Kaiju. Now, many years later, those dark days are fading into memory, and the world is at peace. But in the shadows a new threat is growing, a danger that can only be faced by a new kind of hero—a new kind of Ultraman…

With the presence of the Z-Ton Core now known to the world, tensions continue to escalate between the Earthians and the aliens. But before Shinjiro and the rest of the SSSP can begin to plan their counteroffensive, it’s revealed that the body of the captured Ace Killer contains a deadly trap—and they’ve brought it straight into their headquarters!]]> 13 02
Tomohiro Shimoguchi was born in Ishikawa Prefecture and is blood type O. He does character design and is the main series writer.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/83574d27-e1ee-4200-a15d-b44400283398 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 0.8 in 03 20.32 mm 08 0.59 lb 08 9.44 oz 08 267.62 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 52 02 22.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 22.99 0.00 20260910 02 26.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974768714 02 02 1974768716 03 9781974768714 14 19781974768711 15 9781974768714 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace, Vol. 1</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace, Vol. 1</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263129523 1 A01 Hyuganatsu 2 A12 Minoji Kurata Kurata, Minoji Minoji Kurata Natsu Hyuuga 01 eng 396 00 396 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN010000 10 CGN004060 20 Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Maomao no Kōkyū Nazotoki Techō; kusuriya no hitorigoto: maomao no koukyuu nazotoki techou; seinen manga; historical mystery; historical romance; historical thriller; period piece; tang dynasty; strong female lead; cunning male lead; poison; medicine; maids; servants; eunuch; lady in waiting; concubine; consort; mistress; palace intrigue; political intrigue; courtly drama; superstitions; Chinese drama; maomao; mao mao; xiaomao; jinshi; renshi; xiaolan; gyokuyo; lihua; lingli; xiaoling; gao shun; hongniang; ailan; guiyuan; ah-duo; suirei; loulan; luomen; jade palace; hisuikyuu; Assassin’s Creed: Blade of Shao Jun 93 XA 93 XQV 93 XQC 01 01 01 02 Can Maomao unravel the mysteries of the inner palace? Find out in this official manga adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries light novels!

Maomao’s life as an apothecary is turned upside down when she’s abducted and sold to the Inner Palace as a maid. She’s determined to serve out her contract without drawing attention to herself, but her insatiable curiosity and passion for poisons pull her into a world of palace mysteries!

Maomao investigates the mysterious deaths of the emperor’s children and secretly intervenes to save a life, but her actions don’t go unnoticed. The handsome eunuch Jinshi catches her by surprise and pushes her into becoming one of Consort Gyokuyo’s ladies-in-waiting—the food taster, a role she’s perfectly suited for because of her expertise in herbology, medicine, and—perhaps most importantly—poison.]]> 13 02 The Apothecary Diaries, which has been adapted into two manga series and an anime. Her pen name comes from her favorite fruit, a yuzu-like citrus fruit that is native to Japan.

Minoji Kurata is a Japanese manga artist best known for her manga adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries. Her other works include Assassin’s Creed: Blade of Shao Jun, a manga adaptation of the video game Assassin’s Creed: China. She loves video games, especially the Assassin’s Creed series and Elden Ring.

Touko Shino is a Japanese illustrator best known as the character designer for the light novel series The Apothecary Diaries. Shino has also done illustrations for the light novels Ouroboros Record and Hyakkakyu no Osouji-gakari: Tensei shita Shinmai Kyuujo, Koukyuu no Onayami Kaiketsu shimasu (Housekeeper of the Hundred Blossom Palace: Novice Court Lady Resolves the Inner Palace Intrigues).]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6556e853-1727-4992-b531-b48b00244b49 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.75 in 02 146.05 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1.185 lb 08 18.96 oz 08 537.51 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 28 02 33.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 33.99 0.00 20260910 02 38.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 38.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974768981 02 02 1974768988 03 9781974768981 14 19781974768988 15 9781974768981 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Skip·Beat! 52 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Skip·Beat!, Vol. 52</TitleText> 01 263131141 1 A01 Yoshiki Nakamura Nakamura, Yoshiki Yoshiki Nakamura Yoshiki Nakamura 01 eng 152 00 152 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN014000 10 CGN004090 20 skip beat; skip beat!; sukippu bito; yoshiki nakamura; kyoko mogami; kyoko; sho fuwa; fuwa sho; pop idol; japan; show business; childhood friends; anime; manga; anime adaptation; shojo beat; shojo; comedy; romance; showbiz; music; teen drama; revenge; ren tsuruga; pop star; drama adaptation; live action; betrayal; competition; inner demon; inner demons 93 XA 93 XQT 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 When Kyoko’s heart is broken, she decides that revenge is a dish best served in the spotlight!

Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But he’s casting her out now that he’s famous! Kyoko won’t suffer in silence—she’s going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz!

Bloodshed breaks out between the Japanese and American acting teams as old grudges and new rivalries explode! Ren manages to keep things from escalating, but even a lecture from the producer isn’t enough to convince Bill to leave things in peace. Has Ren’s dark past finally caught up with him?]]> 13 02 Yume de Au yori Suteki (Better than Seeing in a Dream) in Hana to Yume magazine. Her other works include the basketball series Saint Love, MVP wa Yuzurenai (Can't Give Up MVP), Blue Wars, and Tokyo Crazy Paradise, a series about a female bodyguard in 2020 Tokyo.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/23bed44b-df21-4218-94bd-b46800279683 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.29 lb 08 4.64 oz 08 131.54 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974769063 02 02 1974769062 03 9781974769063 14 19781974769060 15 9781974769063 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Prince Freya 14 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Prince Freya, Vol. 14</TitleText> 01 263131264 1 A01 Keiko Ishihara Ishihara, Keiko Keiko Ishihara Keiko Ishihara 01 eng 160 00 160 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN018000 20 Sword fighting; sword fights; sword fighter; cross dressing; knights; royalty; impersonating royalty; medieval; fantasy; kingdom in peril; poison; empire; evil empire; Scandinavian fantasy; female lead; romance; intrigue; invasion; itsuwari; itsuwari no freya; freja; freyja; genderbend 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQG 01 01 01 02 To save her kingdom, a simple village girl must live a royal lie.

The powerful kingdom of Sigurd has slowly been conquering all the lands that share its borders, and now it has turned its voracious attention to the small, resource-rich Tyr. Tyr cannot hope to match Sigurd in strength, so in order to survive, it must rely on the intelligence, skill and cunning of its prince and his loyal knights. But should their prince fall, so too shall Tyr…

The nobles are itching to declare war on Sigurd after the failed assassination attempt on the king. However, Freya suspects someone behind the curtain may be pulling their strings, and she announces that she will drive the Sigurdian army away. What future awaits Freya at the end of her desperate battle?]]> 13 02 Keisan Desu Kara (It's All Calculated). Her other works include Strange Dragon, which was serialized in the magazine LaLa, and The Heiress and the Chauffeur, published by VIZ Media. Ishihara is from Hyogo Prefecture, and she loves cats.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/11add893-10b1-42bc-8f86-b46100246512 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.232 lb 08 3.712 oz 08 105.23 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974769124 02 02 1974769127 03 9781974769124 14 19781974769121 15 9781974769124 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Akira Failing in Love 5 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Akira Failing in Love, Vol. 5</TitleText> 01 263128077 1 A01 Shinta Harekawa Harekawa, Shinta Shinta Harekawa Shinta Harekawa 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN014000 20 Momose Akira; Momose Akira no Hatsukoi Hatan-chuu; Momose Akira no Hatsukoi Hatanchuu; Momose Akira no Hatsukoi Hatanchu; Akira; Hajime; nerds; socially awkward; romance; countryside; dense; strong female protagonist; high school; comedy; love; dork; derp; dense; rural; manga; romance manga; shonen romance; shonen sunday 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQT 01 01 01 02 A chaotic comedy of high school courtship between an awkward girl and a dorky boy too dense to realize they are already in love with each other.

Akira returns to the countryside for high school with a foolproof scheme to win the heart of her childhood crush, Hajime. Too bad they’re both fools in love!

Hajime has to attend summer school, but to his surprise and delight, Akira is the teacher! Together, they try to help a third student, Hinako, who can’t handle praise without being reduced to quivering jelly. Next, it’s time for hijinks at the school cultural festival! Which of the two would-be lovers looks cuter in their costume? Then, when Hajime falls ill, Akira must screw up the courage to visit him at his home. How can she comfort him…?]]> 13 02 Ranma ½, inspired her to begin drawing and led her to the discovery of Shonen Sunday magazine, where her series Akira Failing in Love now runs. Her series Senpai, This Can’t Be Love was adapted into a live-action series in 2022 in Japan, and her series Three Exorcism Siblings ran from 2021 to 2023 in Coamix’s Web Comic Zenon.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a8f8fd58-5230-422d-9de1-b45f0024aa16 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.279 lb 08 4.464 oz 08 126.55 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974769230 02 02 1974769232 03 9781974769230 14 19781974769237 15 9781974769230 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Given 10 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Given 10th Mix</TitleText> 01 263134289 1 A01 Natsuki Kizu Kizu, Natsuki Natsuki Kizu Natsuki Kizu 01 eng 202 00 202 03 CGN004210 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004090 10 CGN004060 20 yaoi; yaoi manga; boys love; BL; BL anime; bishonen; bishounen; shonen ai; shounen ai; SuBLime; SuBLime Manga; Given; Natsuki Kizu; Gusari; Uenoyama; Mafuyu; Akihiko; Haruki 93 XA 93 XQR 93 XQC 01 01 01 02 Sometimes a song can save your life.

Love of music unites the four members of the band Given: hotheaded guitarist Uenoyama, playboy drummer Akihiko, gentle bassist Haruki, and Mafuyu, a singer gifted with great talent and burdened by past tragedy. Their struggles and conflicts may drive them apart, but their bond to the music—and to one another—always brings them back together again.

Ten years have passed since Mafuyu and Uenoyama graduated from high school and made their professional debut with their band, Given. Both have continued to thrive as professional musicians, with Uenoyama also busily supporting Hiragi and Shizusumi’s band, syh. Mafuyu and Uenoyama have argued, run away from home, and made up under the covers, and ten years of their lives have passed in a dazzling blur. This precious epilogue depicts their current lives, their growth, and the important people surrounding them.]]> 13 02 Yukimura Sensei and Kei-kun, followed by the short story collection Links and her breakout series, Given, which has been adapted into drama CDs and an animated TV series. To find out more about her works, you can follow her on Twitter at @kizu_ntk.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d48c8f0e-2cd1-44fa-aefc-b4530024323e 01 SuBLime SIMO300 SuBLime 01 01 SuBLime SIMO300 SuBLime 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.125 in 01 180.98 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.278 lb 08 4.448 oz 08 126.1 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 18.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 18.99 0.00 20260910 02 21.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 21.99 0.00 20260910 SuBLime AU 01 20270112 9781974769247 02 02 1974769240 03 9781974769247 14 19781974769244 15 9781974769247 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Seaside Where Dragon Boys Dwell 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Seaside Where Dragon Boys Dwell, Vol. 1</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Seaside Where Dragon Boys Dwell, Vol. 1</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 263131346 1 A01 Asato Shima Shima, Asato Asato Shima Asato Shima 01 eng 168 00 168 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004370 10 CGN004090 20 ryuujin; cohabitors; romantasy; slow-burn romance; magical realism; mystery; mythical beings; supernatural; LaLa, boys who can fly, high school, shoujo, shojo beat, mystical, demon boys, slice of life, rural life, new beginnings, new girl in town, boarding house, Shiokaze to Ryuu no Sumika 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 Transport yourself to a remote town where mystical dragon folk live among humans.

After the passing of her father, Mizuka goes to live with her uncle in a seaside town. Mizuka is determined to embrace her new life, but she finds herself in the mysterious circumstance of living with a boy who turns out to be part dragon!

Mizuka has moved to Komorisaki, a town known for its dragon folk. There she meets the wary and remote Tenshin, a dragon boy who is boarding at her uncle’s house. After Tenshin’s sudden dragon transformation scares Mizuka, he plans to move out, but can she convince him to stay?]]> 13 02 Mado kara, Tori no you ni (From the Window, Like a Bird), and she officially debuted in 2010 with Scissors Reset. Shima’s other titles include Majo-kun to Watashi (The Witch and I), her first serialized work, and Kimi wa Haru ni Me o Samasu (You Wake Up in Spring).]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/12e4fd4d-125f-400f-8c45-b4a00023ee0c 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.3 lb 08 4.8 oz 08 136.08 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781974769315 02 02 1974769313 03 9781974769315 14 19781974769312 15 9781974769315 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Yona of the Dawn (3-in-1 Edition) 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Yona of the Dawn (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 263131389 1 A01 Mizuho Kusanagi Kusanagi, Mizuho Mizuho Kusanagi Mizuho Kusanagi 01 eng 576 00 576 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004030 10 CGN004090 20 yona of the dawn; akatsuki no yona; shojo beat; mizuho kusanagi; kusanagi mizuho; action; adventure; fantasy; romance; shojo manga; shoujo; anime; kouka; four dragons; hak; yona; youna; suwon; English anime; dubbed anime; princess; kingdom; historical; politics; revenge; betrayal; manga 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQR 01 01 01 02 A red-haired princess loses her family and her kingdom… Now she must gather her Dragon Warriors for an epic fight to protect those she loves!

Princess Yona lives an ideal life as the only princess of her kingdom. Doted on by her father, the king, and protected by her faithful guard Hak, she cherishes the time spent with the man she loves, Su-won. But everything changes on her 16th birthday when tragedy strikes her family!

Yona reels from the shock of witnessing a loved one’s murder and having to fight for her life. With her bodyguard Hak, she flees the palace and struggles to survive while evading enemy forces. Their journey leads them to a priest named Ik-su, who can see Yona’s future—one that includes four legendary Dragon Warriors!]]> 13 02 Yoiko no Kokoroe (The Rules of a Good Child) in 2003. Her series NG Life appeared in the magazines Hana to Yume and The Hana to Yume, published by Hakusensha in Japan. Yona of the Dawn was adapted into an anime in 2014 and again over a decade later to continue the story.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/10219f39-c344-4f61-985b-b483003a995e 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 1.2 in 03 30.48 mm 08 0.78 lb 08 12.48 oz 08 353.8 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260921 20261230 32 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974769384 02 02 1974769380 03 9781974769384 14 19781974769381 15 9781974769384 11 BB Hardback Pokémon Adventures: Red and Blue, Deluxe Edition 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Pokémon Adventures: Red and Blue, Deluxe Edition, Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 263130434 1 A01 Hidenori Kusaka Kusaka, Hidenori Hidenori Kusaka 2 A12 Mato Hidenori Kusaka 01 eng 476 00 476 03 JUV008010 YFW 2.1 10 JUV008030 10 JUV008040 20 pokemon; pokémon; pokemon sun; pokemon moon; pokemon adventures; pocket monsters; hidenori kusaka; mato; satoshi yamamoto; pokemon monsters special; poketto monsuta; red; rivalry; blue; professor oak; team rocket; pikachu; gym badge; elite four; johto; gold; silver; crystal; yellow; ruby; sapphire; firered; fire red; leafgreen; leaf green; green; emerald; diamond; pearl; platinum; heartgold; heart gold; soulsilver; soul silver; video game; pokemon trainer; summoned creatures; monsters; top graphic novels; international appeal; for all ages; top animated series; children’s series; favorite manga series; manga 21 C3N68 93 YNUC 93 XAM 93 XQG 01 01 01 02 A deluxe hardcover edition of the first Pokémon Adventures manga arc featuring exclusive gold finishes and gilded edges!

Join Red as he competes with his rival Blue, travels through dangerous zones, battles Gym Leaders for badges, and discovers the secrets of the Pokémon!

Red doesn’t just want to train Pokémon—he wants to be their friend too. Bulbasaur and Poliwhirl seem game, though independent Pikachu won’t be so easy to win over! But as Red improves as a Pokémon Trainer, so does his competition. And soon Red must team up with his biggest rival, Blue, to defeat a common enemy!

And watch out for Team Rocket, Red… They’re out to get ya!]]> 13 02 Pokémon Adventures. Running continuously for over 25 years, Pokémon Adventures is the only manga series to completely cover all the Pokémon games and has become one of the most popular series of all time. In addition to writing manga, he also edits children’s books and plans mixed-media projects for Shogakukan’s children’s magazines. He uses the Pokémon Electrode as his author portrait.

Mato was born in Ehime Prefecture on November 27. Her astrological sign is Sagittarius. Her first manga story, "New Year X-mas," appeared in 1993 in the magazine Shonen Sunday. Her best-known works include the title Nightingale.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/52e01d33-1326-4750-8063-b43b002453b5 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6.25 in 02 158.75 mm 08 1.572 lb 08 25.152 oz 08 713.05 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260928 20261230 60 02 43.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 43.99 0.00 20260910 02 49.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20261230 9781974769438 02 02 1974769437 03 9781974769438 14 19781974769435 15 9781974769438 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Albus Changes the World 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Albus Changes the World, Vol. 1</TitleText> 01 263128284 1 A01 Akihisa Maki Maki, Akihisa Akihisa Maki 2 A12 Miki Yatsubo Yatsubo, Miki Miki Yatsubo Akihisa Maki 01 eng 200 00 200 03 CGN004050 FXA 2.1 10 CGN004380 10 CGN018000 20 kaiten no albus; shonen manga; medieval fantasy; isekai; RPG; JRPG; role-playing game; albus stride; fiona yumeil; demon lord; time travel; time loop; progression fantasy 93 XA 93 XQM 93 XQG 01 01 01 02 Albus won’t be satisfied with just beating the Demon Lord—he’s going to speedrun it!

Possessing the power to turn back time, Albus the Hero won’t be satisfied with just beating the Demon Lord—he’s going to speedrun the quest!

Blessed with the power to rewind time and return to the start of his adventure if he dies, Albus the Hero has finally, after many trials and travails, managed to defeat the Demon Lord and bring peace to the land. There’s just one problem—he wants to go back and do it perfectly this time!]]> 13 02 Albus Changes the World, began running in Shonen Sunday in 2024. He loves music and professional wrestling.

Miki Yatsubo is a Japanese manga artist and author. Before Albus Changes the World began its serialization in Shonen Sunday, she released several one-shots, including “Kenka Suru Hodo Tsukisusumu” (The More We Argue, the More We Push Forward) and “Koroshi no Shindo” (The Child Prodigy of Murder).]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2fbf9252-23da-4418-a5cb-b48b00245ebb 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 01 01 VIZ Media LLC SIMO103 VIZ Media LLC 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 7.5 in 01 190.5 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.365 lb 08 5.84 oz 08 165.56 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 60 02 17.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 17.99 0.00 20260910 02 20.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 20.99 0.00 20260910 VIZ Media LLC AU 01 20270112 9781982189884 02 02 1982189886 03 9781982189884 14 19781982189881 15 9781982189884 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>How to Score in Hollywood</TitleText> <Subtitle>Secrets to Success in the Movie Business</Subtitle> 01 186341873 1 A01 Kevin Goetz Goetz, Kevin Kevin Goetz Audience-ology and How to Score in Hollywood, which explores the secrets to success in the movie business. Kevin hosts the popular Don’t Kill the Messenger podcast and continues educating the filmmaking community through keynote speeches and global presentations. He has produced twelve TV movies, including the Emmy Award–winning Wild Iris, and the documentary Children in the Fire. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Television Academy, and the Producers Guild of America, Kevin also serves on the boards of six nonprofit organizations. He currently resides in Beverly Hills with his husband, Neil, and their labradoodle, Kasha.]]> 2 A02 Bob Levin Levin, Bob Bob Levin How to Score in Hollywood, cowritten with Kevin, reveals the secrets to a movie’s success and profitability, exploring how smart, data-driven decisions—from development to release—help filmmakers minimize risks and maximize returns. Bob lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Hilda Wynn.]]> Kevin Goetz with Bob Levin 01 eng 272 00 272 03 PER004030 APF 2.1 10 BIO005000 10 PER004010 20 books for film lovers; books for movie lovers; business of film; movie testing; books about hollywood; blockbuster films; movie industry; filmmaking; academy awards; oscar nominations; golden globes; focus groups; test screenings; guide to movies; behind the scenes cinema; market research; history of cinema; careers in film; silver screen; sundance festival; cannes film; warner bros; walt disney; columbia; paramount; universal pictures; miramax; box office revenue; studio pictures; big budget producers; acclaimed directors; netflix; barbie movie; greta gerwig; blumhouse; breakout hit films; auteur filmmakers; sxsw; film books; movie books; film criticism; screenwriting; cinematic techniques; film analysis; Hollywood insiders; movie marketing; film distribution; indie films; film festivals; director interviews; cinematic storytelling; film production process; audience engagement; visual effects; film editing; movie business; Hollywood business; entertainment industry; financially successful filmmaking; commercial filmmaking; film profitability; movie economics; film economics; movie budgets; filmmaking strategy; strategic decision-making; audience research; audience insights; movie audiences; movie consumers; audience testing; film market research; concept development; film development; movie development; playability; marketability; movie marketing; film marketing; movie distribution; box office performance; risk management in filmmaking; independent filmmaking; studio filmmaking; postproduction; movie positioning; word of mouth; film life cycle; entertainment strategy; behind the scenes Hollywood; movie industry books; producer insights; filmmaking decisions; successful movies; how movies are made; how movies are marketed; how movies are released; 93 ATF 93 DNBF1 93 ATFA 01 01 01 02 Go behind the scenes of the movie business as entertainment strategist Kevin Goetz reveals how creative instinct, audience insight, and smart data work together—from development through marketing and release—to increase a film’s potential for financial success.

How to Score in Hollywood explores the essential elements behind financially successful filmmaking. Drawing on nearly four decades of experience in the entertainment industry, audience expert Kevin Goetz reveals how creative instinct, audience insight, and smart data can work together—and why every movie, if made and marketed for the right price, should make money.

Expanding on the principles introduced in his bestselling first book, Audience-ology, Goetz examines the key decisions that influence a film throughout its lifecycle, from development through marketing and release, while always maintaining an appreciation for filmmaking as an art form.

Key insights include:

- Building a strong commercial foundation
- Identifying the right audience from the start
- Using audience research to uncover strengths and red flags
- Standing out in a crowded marketplace
- Planning for a film’s entire lifecycle

Filled with industry stories, entertaining personal experiences, and actionable advice, How to Score in Hollywood offers a fresh perspective on navigating a business filled with risk and uncertainty. Whether you’re a filmmaker, studio executive, entrepreneur, student, or movie lover, the book provides an illuminating look at the creative and business decisions behind how movies are made, marketed, and released.]]> 13 02 Audience-ology and How to Score in Hollywood, which explores the secrets to success in the movie business. Kevin hosts the popular Don’t Kill the Messenger podcast and continues educating the filmmaking community through keynote speeches and global presentations. He has produced twelve TV movies, including the Emmy Award–winning Wild Iris, and the documentary Children in the Fire. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Television Academy, and the Producers Guild of America, Kevin also serves on the boards of six nonprofit organizations. He currently resides in Beverly Hills with his husband, Neil, and their labradoodle, Kasha.

Bob Levin is a legendary movie marketing executive, having for over two decades holding the position of president in worldwide marketing at first Disney, then Sony and MGM. As well as being a key member of each studio’s greenlight committee, he led the advertising, publicity, promotion, and research programs that helped launch hundreds of films, breaking numerous box office records throughout his career. Bob came out of semi-retirement when Kevin Goetz invited him to join Screen Engine/ASI as president and chief operating officer, where he has played a pivotal role in the company’s continued success. His first book, How to Score in Hollywood, cowritten with Kevin, reveals the secrets to a movie’s success and profitability, exploring how smart, data-driven decisions—from development to release—help filmmakers minimize risks and maximize returns. Bob lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Hilda Wynn.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a72e165e-c619-4bc1-b043-b3f0003591e4 01 S&S/Simon Element SIMO830 S&S/Simon Element 01 01 S&S/Simon Element SIMO830 S&S/Simon Element 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 0.68 in 03 17.272 mm 08 0.399 lb 08 6.384 oz 08 180.98 gr 06 15 9781982189860 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 45.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 S&S/Simon Element AU 01 20270112 9781998672141 02 02 199867214X 03 9781998672141 14 19781998672148 15 9781998672141 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback A Love Forged in Fire 1 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Barefoot in Flames</TitleText> 01 244277879 1 A01 Bonnie Jo Pierson Pierson, Bonnie Jo Bonnie Jo Pierson What Happens in Idaho was her debut novel.]]> 01 eng 384 00 384 03 FIC027110 FA 2.1 10 FIC030000 10 FIC028010 20 witness protection; small-town Arizona; romantic suspense; bodyguard romance; former Marine hero; trauma recovery; danger and pursuit; enemies closing in; mystery investigation; framed for murder; desert setting; strong heroine; protective hero; second-chance at life; emotional tension; slow-burn attraction; survival stakes; hidden identity; crime thriller elements; found family 93 FB 01 01 01 02 For readers of Laura Griffin, a tense romantic suspense set in small-town Arizona where a woman in hiding and a former Marine must outrun the danger closing in.

Some love is lost in the fire; some love is forged with flame.

Blooms from the ocotillo cactus make Javelina, Arizona, look like paradise, but Claire Wilson is all too aware of the barbs hidden beneath its beauty. Recently placed in the witness protection program as a cashier at the local market, she looks forward to seeing one man, Armando Vega, whose rugged beard and chiseled muscles could be on display on aisle three. Claire resists the building attraction between her and Vega.

Emotional attachments aren’t an option for her if she wants to return home to her life in New Jersey. When her cover is blown, Claire must stay one step ahead of the people who want her dead. Unsure of whether the demons of her former life have found her, or if a new threat lurks in Claire’s recent history, she begs Vega to become her bodyguard.

Medically retired from the Marines, Vega is too busy drowning his mental scars in whisky to babysit Claire, even though he’s fascinated with her strength and determination to survive. But then Vega’s best friend is framed for murder, and the mystery surrounding Claire Wilson is the key to solving the crime. Once his heart becomes involved, Vega stops at nothing to keep Claire alive.]]> 13 02 What Happens in Idaho was her debut novel.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0d8324fe-2f46-493b-840e-b3a100363259 01 Rising Action SIMO998 Rising Action 01 01 Rising Action SIMO998 Rising Action 04 20270316 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.694 lb 08 11.104 oz 08 314.79 gr 27 15 9781998672158 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270316 20 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Rising Action AU 01 20270316 9781998672462 02 02 1998672468 03 9781998672462 14 19781998672469 15 9781998672462 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Cake Eater</TitleText> 01 235587350 1 A01 Carl Radke Radke, Carl Carl Radke Summer House. Known for his authenticity, Carl's sobriety journey, which began on January 8, 2021, has deeply resonated with viewers and others facing similar challenges. Carl's commitment to mental health advocacy, his active involvement with organizations like Shatterproof and Headstrong, and his holistic approach to wellness, which includes meditation and fitness, reflect his dedication to making a positive impact. Furthermore, as an entrepreneur, Carl launched Soft Bar & Cafe, an innovative venue offering sophisticated non-alcoholic cocktails, catering to a community seeking meaningful social connections without alcohol. Through his public endeavors and personal achievements, Carl continues to lead and inspire, encouraging open dialogue and transformation in mental health and wellness.]]> 01 eng 208 00 208 03 PER010100 AB 2.1 10 SEL013000 10 PER010060 20 bravo; carl radke; sobriety; recovery; Redemption; Resilience; Transformation; Reality TV; Personal Growth; Celebrity Journey; Vulnerability; Inner Strength; Healing; Public Life; Private Struggles; Emotional Health; Self-Discovery; Accountability; Mike Sorrentino; Anthony Kiedis; Scar Tissue; Reality Check; 93 AB 01 01 01 02 For fans of raw celebrity memoirs, Bravo Summer House star Carl Radke gives readers a look into his unfiltered journey of recovery, resilience and transformation.

Sober Carl Isn’t Fun—Or Is He?

Carl Radke’s path from reality TV’s party-loving star to a life centered around recovery has been anything but straightforward. Famous for his role on Summer House, Carl’s journey in the spotlight has forced him to confront personal battles under public scrutiny. Beyond the cameras, he’s faced struggles with addiction, the weight of toxic masculinity, the heartbreaking loss of his brother, and a quest to find real joy in a world that equates fun with alcohol.

In this candid memoir, Carl opens up about a side of his life few have seen. With unfiltered honesty, he takes readers through the highs and lows, from career shifts and family dynamics to finding peace in his recovery. Each chapter dives into the hard-earned lessons he’s gathered, proving that life can be fulfilling—even without a drink. His story shows that fun and authenticity aren’t only compatible with sobriety; they can thrive because of it.

Whether processing grief, navigating sober relationships, or confronting the public’s perceptions, Carl’s journey is one of resilience, growth, and self-discovery. Through vulnerability and humor, Carl redefines “fun,” reminding readers that the most meaningful transformations come from within. This memoir is a must-read for anyone seeking the courage to redefine their own path.

“In Cake Eater, Carl Radke invites us into a deeply personal journey through loss, growth, and finding hope again. It’s an honest, heartfelt reminder that healing takes time and self-compassion, but it’s within reach.”
-Lori Gottlieb, Bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk To Someone and New York Times "Ask The Therapist" columnist]]> 13 02 Summer House. Known for his authenticity, Carl's sobriety journey, which began on January 8, 2021, has deeply resonated with viewers and others facing similar challenges. Carl's commitment to mental health advocacy, his active involvement with organizations like Shatterproof and Headstrong, and his holistic approach to wellness, which includes meditation and fitness, reflect his dedication to making a positive impact. Furthermore, as an entrepreneur, Carl launched Soft Bar & Cafe, an innovative venue offering sophisticated non-alcoholic cocktails, catering to a community seeking meaningful social connections without alcohol. Through his public endeavors and personal achievements, Carl continues to lead and inspire, encouraging open dialogue and transformation in mental health and wellness.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/74bf7ee9-1cba-4287-9ff9-b3b60034a24f 01 Rising Action SIMO998 Rising Action 01 01 Rising Action SIMO998 Rising Action 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.561 lb 08 8.976 oz 08 254.46 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 37.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 02 42.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 Rising Action AU 01 20270112 9798337403717 02 03 9798337403717 14 19798337403714 15 9798337403717 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Lauren Roberts: Powerless: The Official Activity Book</TitleText> <Subtitle>Word Searches, Mazes, Trivia, Coloring, and More!</Subtitle> 01 249716024 1 A01 Insight Editions Insight Editions No Edition 01 eng 80 00 80 03 GAM020000 10 GAM019000 10 GAM007000 20 fantasy;Purging;Plague;Ordinary;Elite;Ilya;Knox;Paedyn;characters;illustrated;adult coloring;stress relief;intricate;detailed;fan art;young adult;dystopia;power;rebels;romance;adventure;novel;series;kingdom;landscape;art therapy;creative;drawing;scenes;map;fandom;gift;collectible;Paedyn Gray 93 WDK 93 WFX 93 WDK 99 6FG 99 6FG 99 6FG 99 6FG 01 01 01 02 Celebrate the Powerless series with this clever and creative activity book featuring crosswords, coloring pages, spot the differences, work searches, logic puzzles, and more!

Featuring official coloring pages and themed activities inspired by the most iconic moments and characters from Lauren Roberts’ #1 NYT best-selling series, this entertaining activity book keeps the magic of Powerless going strong long after you’re done reading.

From coloring Paedyn and Kai’s first meeting and finding Adena’s sticky buns in a Loot-themed Seek and Find, to escaping the Bowl Maze with Paedyn, decoding Resistance messages, or taking a personality quiz to find out which character is most like you, there’s a new adventure to discover on every page. Designed to test your powers and creativity with visual and word puzzles, you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking and heart-pounding world of Ilya and beyond, one challenge at a time.

Whether you’re looking to unwind with a relaxing activity or indulge in the unforgettable moments from the Powerless series, this activity book is a must-have for any fan or puzzle lover!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e7c07a0a-5224-479d-87e8-b4980025b68e 01 Insight Editions SIMO471 Insight Editions 01 01 Insight Editions SIMO471 Insight Editions 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 10 in 02 254 mm 08 0.309 lb 08 4.944 oz 08 140.16 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261214 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20251209 02 35.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.00 0.00 20251209 Insight Editions AU 01 20270112 9798337405339 02 03 9798337405339 14 19798337405336 15 9798337405339 11 PH Kit <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>DC: Super Friends Slap Bracelet Valentines</TitleText> <Subtitle>School Valentines</Subtitle> 01 263113601 1 A01 Insight Editions Insight Editions No Edition 01 eng CGN004080 10 PER004180 10 PER004070 10 ART023000 20 Valentines for school;valentines for kids;DC Superheroes School Valentines;Superhero School Valentines;DC Superheroes Valentines;Superhero Valentines;DC Superheroes Valentine Set;Superhero Valentine Set;DC Superheroes Super Valentines;DC Superheroes cards;Superhero cards;DC Superheroes Valentine Cards;DC Superheroes stationery;DC Superheroes kids stationery;DC Superheroes kids valentines;DC Superheroes kids valentines set;DC Superheroes Valentine supplies;Superhero Super Valentines;Superhero Valentine Cards;Superhero Valentines Set;Superhero stationery;Superhero kids stationery;Superhero kids valentines;Superhero kids valentines set;DC Valentines;DC Super Valentines;DC cards;DC Valentine Cards;DC Valentines Set;DC stationery;DC kids stationery;DC kids valentines;DC kids valentines set;DC Comics;DC;superheroes;superhero;Batman;Superman;Wonder Woman 93 AGA 93 ATFN 93 XQK 93 ATMB 93 ATMP 93 JBCC1 01 01 01 02 Wish your classmates a Happy Valentine’s Day with these DC Super Friends Slap Bracelet Valentines inspired by your favorite Super Heroes—Wonder Woman™, Superman™, and Batman™.

Delight your friends this Valentine’s Day with this DC Super Friends–inspired Valentine set featuring three different card designs, each with a different Valentine message, and three different slap bracelets to share with your friends and classmates.

28 CARDS AND BRACELETS: With the perfect number of valentines for most classroom sizes, this set contains 28 cards and 28 slap bracelets that come in three different DC superhero–inspired designs for you to mix and match. Simply attach a bracelet to a card and your valentine is ready to give!

PERFECT FOR FANS: Whether you’re a new or longtime fan of the DC Universe, these valentines are the perfect way to share your love of your favorite DC Super Heroes with all your friends and classmates.

MORE VALENTINE SETS FROM INSIGHT EDITIONS: Share more fun valentines with your friends and classmates including Harry Potter™: Sorting Hat Scratch-Off Valentines, Harry Potter™: Red Reveal Joke Valentines, Harry Potter™: Owl Post Super Valentines, Harry Potter™: Honeydukes™ Scratch & Sniff Sticker Valentines, Wicked: Friendship Bracelet Valentines, and more!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2786600c-e887-4f51-b739-b4360024156c 01 Insights SIMO478 Insights 01 01 Insights SIMO478 Insights 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.29 in 01 210.57 mm 02 8.55 in 02 217.17 mm 03 1.5 in 03 38.1 mm Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 16 02 24.99 AUD AU S 10.00 22.72 2.27 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 25.21 3.78 20260910 Insights AU 01 20270112 9798337405759 02 03 9798337405759 14 19798337405756 15 9798337405759 11 PH Kit <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Dune Deluxe Gift Set</TitleText> 01 263141148 1 A01 Insight Editions Insight Editions No Edition 01 eng 192 00 192 03 PER004140 10 PER004070 10 ART023000 20 Dune;Dune gift set;Dune gift;Dune gifts;Dune journal;Dune notebook;sandworm journal;sandworm notebook;Dune pen;sandworm pen;Dune patch;Dune embroidered patch;Atreides patch;Atreides embroidered patch;Fremen patch;Fremen embroidered patch;Dune bookmark;Dune metal bookmark;Muad’Dib bookmark;desert mouse bookmark;Dune stationery;Dune merchandise;Dune merch;sandworm stationery;sandworm merch;Dune Part Two;Dune Messiah;Paul Atreides;Jessica Atreides;Leto Atreides;House Atreides;House Harkonnen;House Corrino;House Moritani;Bene Gesserit;Prescience;Sandworm;Spice Melange;Arrakis;Denis Villeneuve;Frank Herbert;Dune books;Dune films 93 AGA 93 ATFN 93 ATMB 93 ATMN 93 JBCC1 01 01 01 02 Celebrate your love of the epic Dune™ films with this deluxe gift set that pays homage to the sandworm and the planet of Arrakis.

This deluxe gift set features a keepsake, vegan-leather box with a beautiful deboss design and magnetic closure; a hardcover journal with a sandworm metal emblem on the cover; a coordinating pen to record all of your thoughts and ideas; an embroidered patch of the House Atreides sigil to show your allegiance; and a metal bookmark of the desert mouse Muad’Dib to mark your place in your next epic read.

192-PAGE RULED JOURNAL AND PEN: The deluxe, vegan-leather journal measures 5.25 x 8.25 inches and features a detailed antique gold metal emblem of the sandworm on the cover, paired with a coordinating ballpoint pen. With 192 ruled pages, several pages of in-world artwork inspired by the Fremen, and a ribbon marker, this journal provides ample space and inspiration for your writing.

KEEPSAKE BOX: Store your journal, pen, Dune movie tickets, and other mementos in the keepsake storage box. The box features a beautiful deboss sandworm design and a magnetic flap closure to keep the contents secure.

EMBROIDERED PATCH: Show your allegiance to the House Atreides with the colorful, embroidered woven patch.

METAL BOOKMARK: Keep your place in your journal or book with the shaped metal bookmark designed to look like the desert mouse, Muad’Dib. Includes a gold silk tassel to help mark the page.

ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION: Add more Dune-inspired products to your collection with Dune: House of Atreides Hardcover Journal, Dune: Bene Gesserit Tarot Deck and Guide, The Art and Soul of Dune, The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two, and more!]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2e9de38a-6ed5-4be1-90e6-b4360024196c 01 Insight Editions SIMO471 Insight Editions 01 01 Insight Editions SIMO471 Insight Editions 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.75 in 01 222.25 mm 02 7.185 in 02 182.5 mm 03 1.5 in 03 38.1 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20261230 16 02 75.00 AUD AU S 10.00 68.18 6.82 20260910 02 85.00 NZD NZ S 15.00 73.91 11.09 20260910 Insight Editions AU 01 20261230 9798347111312 02 03 9798347111312 14 19798347111319 15 9798347111312 11 BH Board book <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>And Oh I Love You So!</TitleText> 01 246476410 1 A01 Sandra Boynton Boynton, Sandra Sandra Boynton New York Times bestsellers. More than 90 million of her books have been sold, “mostly to friends and family,” she says. She has also written (with Michael Ford) and produced seven albums of renegade children’s music. Three of her seven albums have been certified Gold (over 500,000 copies sold) and Philadelphia Chickens, nominated for a Grammy, has been certified Platinum (over 1 million copies sold). Boynton has also directed many music videos of her songs, including the award-winning “One Shoe Blues” starring B.B. King, “Alligator Stroll” starring Josh Turner, and “Tyrannosaurus Funk” (animated) sung by Samuel L. Jackson. She lives in rural New England, and her studio is in a barn with perhaps the only hippopotamus weathervane in America.]]> 2 A12 Sandra Boynton Boynton, Sandra Sandra Boynton New York Times bestsellers. More than 90 million of her books have been sold, “mostly to friends and family,” she says. She has also written (with Michael Ford) and produced seven albums of renegade children’s music. Three of her seven albums have been certified Gold (over 500,000 copies sold) and Philadelphia Chickens, nominated for a Grammy, has been certified Platinum (over 1 million copies sold). Boynton has also directed many music videos of her songs, including the award-winning “One Shoe Blues” starring B.B. King, “Alligator Stroll” starring Josh Turner, and “Tyrannosaurus Funk” (animated) sung by Samuel L. Jackson. She lives in rural New England, and her studio is in a barn with perhaps the only hippopotamus weathervane in America.]]> Sandra Boynton 01 eng 24 00 24 03 JUV039060 YBL 2.1 10 JUV019000 10 JUV051000 20 love; growing up; raccoons; parent-child relationship; adult-baby relationship; guardian; caretaker; loved ones; learning; changing; talking; laughing; singing; new milestones; animal characters; music; books for babies; baby shower; new baby; toddlers; preschool; baby gift; basic concept books; early learning concepts; feelings and emotions; SEL; social emotional learning; window board books; die cut cover; peekaboo cover; peek through cover; for 1 2 3 4 5 year olds pre-k kindergarten; Valentine's Day; Mother's Day; Father's Day; Grandparents Day; Woodland Dance; boyton 93 YBCS2 93 YNU 01 02 11 03 P 04 K 17 03 0 04 5 01 02 Celebrate the little one in your life with this joyful new board book by forever-favorite Sandra Boynton—starring, for the first time ever, a grownup and child RACCOON! (Boynton’s raccoon-obsessed daughter insisted.)

Discovering day by day the unique style and substance of the little one in your life may well be the greatest joy there is. Hearing that child laugh or sing, watching the way they puzzle things out—every day shows wondrous new facets of this miraculous little being. Narrated by the big raccoon to the small one, with the refrain of “AND OH I LOVE YOU SO!,” this is a sweet and simple book of adoration and delight and togetherness. All good.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestsellers. More than 90 million of her books have been sold, “mostly to friends and family,” she says. She has also written (with Michael Ford) and produced seven albums of renegade children’s music. Three of her seven albums have been certified Gold (over 500,000 copies sold) and Philadelphia Chickens, nominated for a Grammy, has been certified Platinum (over 1 million copies sold). Boynton has also directed many music videos of her songs, including the award-winning “One Shoe Blues” starring B.B. King, “Alligator Stroll” starring Josh Turner, and “Tyrannosaurus Funk” (animated) sung by Samuel L. Jackson. She lives in rural New England, and her studio is in a barn with perhaps the only hippopotamus weathervane in America.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5665de8a-0855-43ed-82d3-b44900284de6 01 Boynton Bookworks SIMO854 Boynton Bookworks 01 01 Boynton Bookworks SIMO854 Boynton Bookworks 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 6.25 in 01 158.75 mm 02 5.6875 in 02 144.46 mm 03 0.06 in 03 1.524 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20260914 20270112 52 02 16.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 16.99 0.00 20260910 02 19.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 19.99 0.00 20260910 Boynton Bookworks AU 01 20270112 9798347116836 02 03 9798347116836 13 2020023585 14 19798347116833 15 9798347116836 11 BB B402 Hardback - Paper Over Boards The Modern Faerie Tales <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Tithe (Collector's Edition)</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Modern Faerie Tale</Subtitle> 01 17038195 1 A01 Holly Black Black, Holly Holly Black New York Times bestselling author of fantasy books, including the Elfhame books, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, The Spiderwick Chronicles, and the Charlatan Duology, as well as an Arthurian picture book called Sir Morien. She has been a finalist for an Eisner Award and a Lodestar Award, and the recipient of a Mythopoeic Award, a Nebula Award, and a Newbery Honor. Her books have been translated into thirty-two languages worldwide and adapted for film and television. She currently lives in New England with her husband, daughter, and son in a house with a secret library. She invites you to visit her online at BlackHolly.com.]]> Holly Black 01 eng 288 00 288 03 YAF019020 10 YAF030000 10 YAF052090 20 teen and YA romantasy; dark urban fantasy; romance; modern faerie tales; changeling; coming of age; fae; faerie; fairy romance; substance abuse; partying; raves; seelie unseelie court; political intrigue; sinister; seductive; magic; knight; royalty; the sight; the veil; pawn; rival kingdoms; immortals; power struggle; mother-daughter relationship; grandmother-granddaughter relationship; self-identity; fitting in; edgy; gritty; mature themes; atmospheric; worldbuilding; set in the 2000s aughts; roiben; fast paced; strong flawed female character; complete trilogy; young adult book novel for 14 15 16 17 18 year olds grades 9 10 11 12; New York Times bestselling author; acclaimed series for teens; folk of the air; cruel prince; cardan and jude; wicked king; queen of nothing; valiant; ironside; sarah j maas; acotar; court of thrones and roses; Rachel Gillig; Stephanie Garber; Tahereh Mafi; Ava Reid; 01 03 11 03 9 17 03 14 04 99 01 02 This deluxe collector’s edition features green gilded edges, new cover art with foil stamping, illustrated endpapers, and new bonus content.

Discover the dark and seductive realm of faerie in the first book of New York Times bestseller Holly Black’s critically acclaimed Modern Faerie Tales series, where one girl must save herself from the sinister magic of the fey courts—and protect her heart in the process.

Sixteen-year-old Kaye is a modern nomad. Fierce and independent, she drifts from place to place with her mother’s rock band until an ominous attack forces them back to Kaye’s childhood home. But Kaye’s life takes another turn when she stumbles upon an injured faerie knight in the woods. Kaye has always been able to see faeries where others could not, and she chooses to save the strange young man instead of leaving him to die.

But this fateful choice will have more dire consequences than she could ever predict, as Kaye soon finds herself the unwilling pawn in an ancient and violent power struggle between two rival faerie kingdoms—a struggle that could very well mean her death.]]> 13 02 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy books, including the Elfhame books, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, The Spiderwick Chronicles, and the Charlatan Duology, as well as an Arthurian picture book called Sir Morien. She has been a finalist for an Eisner Award and a Lodestar Award, and the recipient of a Mythopoeic Award, a Nebula Award, and a Newbery Honor. Her books have been translated into thirty-two languages worldwide and adapted for film and television. She currently lives in New England with her husband, daughter, and son in a house with a secret library. She invites you to visit her online at BlackHolly.com.]]> 44 02 41 02 TITHE, VALIANT, and IRONSIDE
By Holly Black
ABOUT THE BOOKS
Holly Black's first Young Adult novel, the urban fantasy/faerie tale Tithe, focuses on a sixteen-year-old girl named Kaye who is actually a pixie, only at first she doesn't know it. Kaye starts to piece together the strange story of her real identity when she and her mother return to the New Jersey town where she grew up, and Kaye comes in contact with the faeries she used to play with as a child and a wounded knight, Roiben, who will change her life forever. Black's second book, Valiant, picks up where Tithe leaves off, but follows a different girl -- a human named Val -- who catches her boyfriend and her mother in a compromising position and runs away from home. In New York City, Val hooks up with a strange group of homeless teens and joins them in living in an abandoned subway station. It's not long before Val learns that these teens are not like anyone she's ever met -- they work as couriers for a troll and come in contact with faeries on a regular basis. Ironside, Black's third book, returns readers to Kaye's story, beginning two months after the ending of Tithe. Roiben is about to take the throne of the Unseelie Court and there will undoubtedly be a war, but then Kaye makes a foolish declaration and is sent on an impossible quest. Luis and Dave from Valiant become an integral part of the story as Kaye is forced to visit Silarial, the Seelie queen, to try to save Roiben and herself.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
How does Tithe compare with other fairy tale books you've read in the past? Did you like the modern setting?
If you were Kaye, what gift would you have given to the kelpie if the broken carousel horse had not been available?
What other orders would you have asked Rath Roiben Rye to carry out if you suddenly knew his full name? (Don't forget his skill of turning leaves into money!)
For New Jersey and New York readers: Name all of the real locations that were mentioned in the three books -- for example: Allaire State Park, Café des Artistes, etc.
If you were able to choose, would you want to be a part of the Seelie court, the Unseelie court, the solitary fey, or the human world? Why?
At the end of Tithe, what do you imagine happened to Roiben and Kaye? Before you read the sequel, how did you feel about the ending of Tithe? Would you have ended the book differently?
Were you excited to see cameos by some of the characters from Tithe in Valiant?
Who is your favorite character from Valiant? Why? What qualities does this character possess that make him/her most interesting to you?
If Valiant was made into a movie, what current film or TV stars would you cast as Val, Lolli, Dave, Luis, Ravus and the others?
Put yourself in Lolli's shoes -- tell the story of Valiant from her point of view. What do you think happened to Lolli at the end of the book?
What did you think of the use of the faerie drug "Never" in the story? Did you think that the book showed enough of the downside of using drugs? If Dave had never taken the drug, how do you think his story would change? What about Lolli? Val?
We know that Kaye got her GED during the two months between the end of Tithe and the beginning of Ironside. What else do you think happened during this interim? How did Kaye cope with the loss of Janet, her mom moving away, her relationship with Roiben, etc.?
Ironside obviously takes place in December -- what are the clues that tell you what time of year it is?
If you were cursed like Corny, would you immediately get to the ocean to cure yourself or would you attempt to touch someone or something? Whom or what?
Do you think it was a mistake for Kaye to have the young human brought back to Ellen? Do you think the girl will grow up to be a normal person?
If you were in Kaye's position with no need for college and the ability to create a new life for yourself, what would you do? What do you think of Kaye's coffee shop plans and her idea of dividing her time between it and Roiben?
Which adventurous duo do you think had a more challenging or exciting task: Val and Luis going after Mabry for Ravus's heart or Kaye and Corny traveling to the Seelie Court to strike a deal with Silarial?
Should there be additional books in this series? How would the story continue? Which character besides Kaye or Val would you like to see explored in another book?
Were any of the quotes at the beginning of each chapter familiar to you? Choose a few of your favorites and discuss how they relate to what happened in the story at that point.
RESEARCH AND ACTIVITIES
Create a Tithe board game that follows Kaye's travels between the Seelie and Unseelie courts and the human world. Playing pieces can represent something about each character -- Kaye's purple cat suit, Roiben's long white hair, Corny's beat-up car, etc. Use obstacles like iron, thorns, ogres, and the Unseelie queen. Make minor characters part of the game (Janet, Kenny, Ellen) by detouring major players to save them from the kelpie. Be creative!
Make a clay sculpture, a painting, a drawing, or other piece of art of your favorite character from any of the books. What do you think they would actually look like?
Make an Unseelie feast! Re-create dishes that Kaye sees when she sneaks into the Unseelie court, then invent your own interesting recipes.
Write a spell for creating a glamour, then read it aloud to the group. Describe the new look you have created.
Choose your favorite scene and act it out in front of the group. If several people wish to be involved, choose a scene that features many characters. Make your performance as simple or as elaborate as you choose by adding costumes and props or just reading dialogue aloud from the book.
Assuming that Kaye's grandmother lives in Long Branch, New Jersey, get an atlas and map out the route that Kaye and Corny (and later, Luis) took during the course of their travels in Ironside.
Design your own sword -- either patterned after the glass one Ravus used to teach Val how to fight or one of your own creation. Draw a detailed picture of your design.]]> 08 02 Blood and Chocolate and Silver Kiss Not only are the descriptions of our world and the world of Faery crisp, delicious, and detailed, but the characters are intriguing and complex, also. I like that these are feral, amoral faeries and not the tame, innocent Victorian version, and that the teenagers aren't tame, either.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e3f4cd50-58b7-49e6-9a6d-b4290024b2c0 01 Margaret K. McElderry Books SIMO246 Margaret K. McElderry Books 01 01 Margaret K. McElderry Books SIMO246 Margaret K. McElderry Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.745 in 03 18.923 mm 06 15 9781534484504 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261116 20261230 30 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 36.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 Margaret K. McElderry Books AU 01 20261230 9798349703577 02 03 9798349703577 14 19798349703574 15 9798349703577 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Barron's Test Prep <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>PTCE: Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Premium, Fourth Edition: Study Guide for the Latest Exam Blueprint, Includes 4 Practice Tests, Comprehensive Review, and Online Study Prep</TitleText> 01 266115704 1 A01 Sacha Koborsi-Tadros Koborsi-Tadros, Sacha Sacha Koborsi-Tadros PharmD Koborsi-Tadros, PharmD, Sacha Fourth Edition 01 eng 288 00 288 03 MED072000 MQP 2.1 10 MED071000 10 MED086000 20 Test Preparation;Pharmacy Technician;pharm tech;pharm tech certification;pharmacy certification;pharmacy test prep;pharmacy exam;pharmacy certification exam;PTCE exam;PTCE test;PTCE review;PTCE study guide;pharmacy study guide;PTCE test prep 93 MB 01 01 01 02 Barron’s PTCE: Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Premium – Trusted Prep from a Pharmacy Expert

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Sacha Koborsi-Tadros, PharmD, is an Assistant Professor of Allied Health at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, OH, where she also serves as the Director of the Pharmacy Technician Program. Dr. Koborsi-Tadros has also served as a consultant to the Ohio Department of Higher Education, and she has received numerous awards for her educational work and her multifaceted approach to health care, including being named the 2019 recipient of the Health and Human Services Division Faculty Award for Excellence and the 2020 Top 10 Distinguished Teacher Award finalist at her college.

About the Publisher
Many great things begin with a tiny spark, and for Manuel H. Barron that spark came from a mimeograph machine in the basement of his Brooklyn, NY, bookstore in the late 1930s. People from the community asked Mr. Barron for books to help their children study for the New York State Regents exams. After realizing there wasn't anything available, Mr. Barron created his own study guides.

Now, more than 80 years later, Barron’s continues to help millions of learners worldwide prepare for their next steps. With offerings from pre-college prep to world language guides and professional certification exams, Barron’s wants to be part of your success story no matter what learning path you’re on. You can trust Barron’s to provide exceptional products created only by top experts with years of experience in education. From generation to generation, our mission remains the same: Learn, grow, and succeed with Barron’s throughout your life-long learning journey.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/52f2e13c-8725-407f-8229-b4430027fbe9 01 Barrons Educational Services SIMO858 Barrons Educational Services 01 01 Barrons Educational Services SIMO858 Barrons Educational Services 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.875 in 01 276.23 mm 02 8.375 in 02 212.72 mm 03 0.46 in 03 11.684 mm 08 1.467 lb 08 23.466 oz 08 665.25 gr 03 15 9781506280424 27 15 9798349703584 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 79.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 02 89.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 89.99 0.00 20260910 Barrons Educational Services AU 01 20270112 9798349703690 02 03 9798349703690 14 19798349703697 15 9798349703690 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Barron's Test Prep <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>ASVAB Study Guide Premium, Fourteenth: 7 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice (Barron's Test Prep)</TitleText> 01 267741445 1 A01 Terry L. Duran Duran, Terry L. Terry L. Duran Terry L. Duran, LTC (Ret) Fourteenth Edition 01 eng 528 00 528 03 STU003000 10 STU027000 10 EDU030000 20 ASVAB study guide; ASVAB practice test; ASVAB prep 2026; ASVAB test prep book; military entrance exam; AFQT preparation; CAT-ASVAB; ASVAB math practice; ASVAB vocabulary; ASVAB mechanical comprehension; military enlistment test; Space Force careers; cyber military careers; MEPS testing; ASVAB diagnostic test; ASVAB study plan; military recruits 01 01 01 02 Be prepared for exam day with Barron’s—trusted test prep from experienced experts.

Barron’s ASVAB Study Guide Premium, Fourteenth Edition gives future recruits everything they need to succeed on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery with comprehensive review, strategic guidance, and extensive practice.

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Lt. Col. (Ret) Terry L. Duran retired from the U.S. Army after 34 years of enlisted and commissioned service, including multiple combat tours to Afghanistan and other assignments to Egypt, Germany, Kentucky, Georgia, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, DC. His service included 10 years of joint (multi-service) assignments and nine years as an instructor for five different military courses, including Officer Candidate School and MOS 19D Cavalry Scout Qualification. He taught Army JROTC for four years, where his school's cadet unit earned the Honor Unit with Distinction Award. He the author of two Barron's ASVAB test preparation books, Barron's ASVAB Flash Cards (the first of their kind), and Barron's Military Flight Aptitude Tests, as well as hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles. He and his lovely bride June are blessed with three children and eight grandchildren.

About the Publisher

Many great things begin with a tiny spark, and for Manuel H. Barron that spark came from a mimeograph machine in the basement of his Brooklyn, NY, bookstore in the late 1930s. People from the community asked Mr. Barron for books to help their children study for the New York State Regents exams. After realizing there wasn't anything available, Mr. Barron created his own study guides.

Now, more than 80 years later, Barron’s continues to help millions of learners worldwide prepare for their next steps. With offerings from pre-college prep to world language guides and professional certification exams, Barron’s wants to be part of your success story no matter what learning path you’re on. You can trust Barron’s to provide exceptional products created only by top experts with years of experience in education. From generation to generation, our mission remains the same: Learn, grow, and succeed with Barron’s throughout your life-long learning journey.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8a28afd9-c830-482e-99af-b44300280cc1 01 Barrons Educational Services SIMO858 Barrons Educational Services 01 01 Barrons Educational Services SIMO858 Barrons Educational Services 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10.875 in 01 276.23 mm 02 8.375 in 02 212.72 mm 03 0.8946 in 03 22.723 mm 08 1 lb 08 16 oz 08 453.59 gr 03 15 9781506283647 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 1 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 Barrons Educational Services AU 01 20270112 9798886742978 03 03 9798886742978 14 19798886742975 15 9798886742978 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>A Feast of Thorns and Roses</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>A</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Feast of Thorns and Roses</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>The Unofficial Cookbook of A Court of Thorns and Roses</Subtitle> 01 235823986 1 A01 Chelsea Cole Cole, Chelsea Chelsea Cole 01 eng 192 00 192 03 CKB029000 10 CKB101000 20 cookbook; fantasy; romance; romantic fantasy; cosplay; Outlander; Game of Thrones; Sarah J. Maas; journey; mortals; Prythian; faeries; fae; high fae; epic; love story; woods; beast; punishment; cell; captor; Tamlin; lords; high lord; Feyre; immortal; Amarantha; Rhysand; Night Court; Spring Court; king; Hyburn; war; deceit; winter solstice; High Lady; Nesta; Cassian; thorns; roses; mist; fury; wings; ruin; frost; starlight; silver; flames 93 WB 93 WBV 01 02
Dive headfirst into the fantastical world of Prythian with A Feast of Thorns and Roses. This culinary journey brings the magic of A Court of Thorns and Roses series to your kitchen, featuring 65 recipes inspired by the beloved characters, enchanting places, and unforgettable plotlines from the books. From sweet tea cakes to decadent roast chicken, and mouthwatering desserts such as Feyre’s favorite chocolate cake, each recipe is infused with the magical elements and flavors that define the different realms. It’s a delightful journey that will have fans savoring the essence of Prythian. The cookbook boasts stunning photography and vivid descriptions that will transport readers to the lush landscapes and opulent banquets described in the series. A Feast of Thorns and Roses isn’t just a cookbook; it’s an invitation to dine and celebrate like a high fae, making every bite a taste of this treasured literary world.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6f5fa4c0-d408-4f2f-877b-b24a0035eb42 01 Weldon Owen Australia SIMN206 Weldon Owen Australia 01 01 Weldon Owen Australia SIMN206 Weldon Owen Australia 04 20250514 01 AU NZ 01 7.992 in 01 203 mm 02 10 in 02 254 mm 08 1.892 lb 08 30.265 oz 08 858 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20250514 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Weldon Owen Australia AU 01 20250514 9798887505411 02 03 9798887505411 14 19798887505418 15 9798887505411 11 BB B501 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Burnout Imperative</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Burnout Imperative</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>How Leaders Break the Cycle and Build Systems That Strengthen Organizations—and Themselves</Subtitle> 01 263382275 1 A01 Patrice Bonfiglio Bonfiglio, Patrice Patrice Bonfiglio PATRICE BONFIGLIO s the President of Sarissa Capital Management LP and CFO of Sarissa Capital Acquisition Corp., where she leads strategic operations in the high-stakes hedge fund sector. A multi-role executive and host of the acclaimed podcast The Burnout Club Bonfiglio is known for her bold insights on performance, leadership, and workplace transformation. She brings a rare perspective from the intersection of Wall Street, caregiving, and corporate burnout, drawing on both lived experience and research-backed solutions. Based in New York, Bonfiglio is an expert speaker and thought leader helping individuals and organizations sustain excellence without sacrificing health, relationships, or purpose.]]> 01 eng 240 00 240 03 BUS097000 10 BUS071000 10 PSY021000 20 workplace burnout;employee engagement;resilience;high-performance teams;sustainable success;organizational culture;stress recovery 93 KJW 93 KJMB 93 JMJ 01 01 01 02 Burnout is an $8 trillion problem. This book helps you solve it—strategically.

The Burnout Imperative equips leaders, high-performers, and organizations with a practical, research-backed plan for identifying, reversing, and preventing burnout—without sacrificing success. Drawing from her own journey as a hedge fund executive and caregiver, Patrice Bonfiglio exposes how burnout quietly drains performance, creativity, and revenue.

With insights from The Burnout Club podcast and a national study of over 1,000 professionals, this book reveals why current fixes aren’t working—and what to do instead. You’ll learn how to reclaim energy, drive innovation, and lead resilient, high-performing teams.

Inside you’ll discover how to:

Recognize the hidden signs of burnout before performance collapses

Create systems that support deep focus and sustainable creativity

Build authentic support networks at work and home

Redesign team culture to reduce perfectionism and prevent overload

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Whether you're a CEO, people manager, or ambitious professional, The Burnout Imperative offers a powerful path forward—one based on data, empathy, and action]]> 13 02 PATRICE BONFIGLIO s the President of Sarissa Capital Management LP and CFO of Sarissa Capital Acquisition Corp., where she leads strategic operations in the high-stakes hedge fund sector. A multi-role executive and host of the acclaimed podcast The Burnout Club Bonfiglio is known for her bold insights on performance, leadership, and workplace transformation. She brings a rare perspective from the intersection of Wall Street, caregiving, and corporate burnout, drawing on both lived experience and research-backed solutions. Based in New York, Bonfiglio is an expert speaker and thought leader helping individuals and organizations sustain excellence without sacrificing health, relationships, or purpose.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/603b3a1e-fff9-4bde-8e56-b3f500352108 01 Forbes Books SIMN659 Forbes Books 01 01 Forbes Books SIMN659 Advantage Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.945 lb 08 15.12 oz 08 428.64 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Advantage Media AU 01 20270112 9798887622071 02 03 9798887622071 14 19798887622078 15 9798887622071 11 PH Kit <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The First Book of Essential Oils</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>First Book of Essential Oils</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Beginner's Guide to Aromatherapy</Subtitle> 01 261692194 1 A01 Stephanie Gerber Gerber, Stephanie Stephanie Gerber Stephanie Gerber No Edition 01 eng 136 00 136 03 HEA029000 10 SEL039000 10 HEA010000 20 aromatherapy;lavender;eucalyptus;peppermint;tea tree;frankincense;diffuser;wellness;natural remedies;holistic;healing;blending;carrier oil;massage;stress relief;sleep;anxiety;immune support;skincare;household;cleaning;DIY;recipes;beginner;guide;therapeutic;plant-based;lemon;clary sage 93 VFDB 93 VSZ 93 VXHC 01 01 01 02 A beginner’s guide to essential oils and their many uses for home, health, and wellness. With the accompanying wall chart, recipe cards, and beaded bracelet, embrace the power of aromatherapy and learn simple ways to enhance your environment and self-care routine.

Begin your journey into the healing world of natural remedies with The First Book of Essential Oils, an introductory kit that provides indispensable guidance on essential oils: oil properties and benefits, safe use and blending, and over 30 recipes to incorporate aromatherapy into your daily rituals for well-being, relaxation, mood boosting, and more. Accessible and easy to use, the included book, wall chart, beaded bracelet, and recipe cards make a great gift or investment in your own wellness.

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WALL CHART: Brighten your home or office with the vibrant, full-color wall chart illustrating ways to integrate aromatherapy into your life.

RECIPE CARDS: Seven eye-catching cards are included with simple, easy-to-follow recipes for the most popular essential oil blends.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3757eeb6-e375-4edc-8d3a-b3d5003667eb 01 Mandala Publishing SIMO474 Mandala Publishing 01 01 Mandala Publishing SIMO474 Mandala Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 7.5 in 02 190.5 mm Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 14 02 59.99 AUD AU S 10.00 54.54 5.45 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 60.86 9.13 20260910 Mandala Publishing AU 01 20270112 9798888503409 02 03 9798888503409 14 19798888503406 15 9798888503409 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Power of Dreams in Later Life</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Power of Dreams in Later Life</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Interpreting the Signs and Symbols</Subtitle> 01 263964157 1 A01 Harry R. Moody Moody, Harry R. Harry R. Moody The Five Stages of the Soul. A former Vice President at AARP, he has taught at Columbia and Fielding Graduate University and writes widely on aging, dreams, and spirituality. A long-time member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams, he lives in San Mateo, California.]]> 2 A23 Connie Zweig Zweig, Connie Connie Zweig Esquire magazine, and contributor to the LA Times. Known as the Shadow Expert, she is the coauthor of Meeting the Shadow and Romancing the Shadow and author of a novel, A Moth to the Flame: The Life of the Sufi Poet Rumi. She lives in California.]]> 01 eng 288 00 288 03 OCC006000 VXN 2.1 10 SEL005000 10 OCC019000 20 DREAMS AND AGING;SPIRITUAL DREAMWORK;MID-LIFE TRANSITION;RETIREMENT INSIGHTS;ELDERHOOD TRANSFORMATION;DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY;LIFE REVIEW;GRIEF HEALING;SYMBOLIC REFLECTION;ACTIVE IMAGINATION;UNCONSCIOUS SELF;PSYCHOLOGICAL GROWTH;SPIRITUAL TRADITIONS;PURPOSE IN LATER LIFE;EMOTIONAL WORK;AGING JOURNALING;SENIOR PERSONAL GROWTH;NIGHTMARES;RECURRING DREAMS;SELF-UNDERSTANDING;TRANSFORMATION AFTER MIDLIFE;INNER GUIDANCE 93 VXN 93 VFJG 93 VXA 01 01 01 02 Using dreams as a compass for meaning in later life

• Explains how dreams are a source of guidance during key stages of aging, including midlife transition, retirement, illness, grief, and life review

• Shows how to work with dreams using accessible tools and practices, such as journaling, active imagination, and symbolic reflection

• Offers an approach to growth in the second half of life, drawing on research in gerontology, depth psychology, and spiritual traditions

Drawing on more than fifty years of research, teaching, and personal dreamwork, Harry R. Moody reveals how dreams can support psychological development and spiritual insight after midlife. Unlike the early phases of life, the second half often unfolds without clear direction. Moody shows how dreams can offer an inner roadmap for navigating aging, identity, and mortality.

With case studies, Moody details how dreams reflect the key stages of aging. He explores midlife transitions, late-life depression, illness and caregiving, and the inner work of grief, forgiveness, and life review. Presenting a range of dream types, including recurring dreams, nightmares, and symbolic dreams, Moody explains their relevance to healing and self-understanding.

The author introduces tools for recalling and reflecting on dreams and gives guidance on how to approach them with attention rather than analysis. He draws from depth psychology, literature, and spiritual traditions to show how dreams can reveal unacknowledged emotions, inspire creative work, and help reconnect us with forgotten or repressed parts of the self. Over time, you will learn how to access the unconscious dimensions of your aging process and identify where change may be needed.

This book offers a practical framework for engaging with the unconscious during the transitions of growing older. By treating dreams as a form of guidance, you can uncover unfinished emotional work, strengthen your sense of purpose, and reclaim the imagination as a vital force for personal transformation.]]> 13 02 The Five Stages of the Soul. A former Vice President at AARP, he has taught at Columbia and Fielding Graduate University and writes widely on aging, dreams, and spirituality. A long-time member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams, he lives in San Mateo, California.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/efaf69b5-37e1-4955-b650-b3f10035ebb4 01 Park Street Press SIMO364 Park Street Press 01 01 Park Street Press SIMO364 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.602 lb 08 9.632 oz 08 273.06 gr 27 15 9798888503416 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888503485 02 03 9798888503485 14 19798888503482 15 9798888503485 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Hermetic Book of the Dead</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Hermetic Book of the Dead</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Secret Rituals for Navigating the Astral Plane in the Afterlife</Subtitle> 01 256641280 1 A01 David Pantano Pantano, David David Pantano
As an author, Pantano has contributed significantly to the field with his book The Magic Door, an in-depth exploration of the Italic Hermetic tradition, and most recently with Alchemical Hermeticism, the secret teachings on initiation and higher states of consciousness. His translation work, notably The Hermetic Physician, has brought important esoteric texts to a wider audience, shedding light on the teachings of Giuliano Kremmerz and the healing practices of the Fraternity of Myriam.

Pantano's independent research continues to bridge gaps between diverse spiritual and philosophical traditions, providing valuable perspectives into the relevance of ancient wisdom in the modern world and its impact on global consciousness.]]> 2 A32 Giuliano Kremmerz Kremmerz, Giuliano Giuliano Kremmerz 3 A32 Marco Daffi Daffi, Marco Marco Daffi 4 A32 Valerio Tomassini Tomassini, Valerio Valerio Tomassini 5 A32 Gaetano Lo Monaco Lo Monaco, Gaetano Gaetano Lo Monaco 01 eng 416 00 416 03 OCC040000 HRQX 2.1 10 OCC016000 10 OCC022000 20 HERMETIC;BOOK OF THE DEAD;ASTRAL PLANE;AFTERLIFE;ITALIAN OCCULT;RITUALS;REINCARNATION;SPIRITUAL REBIRTH;PLANT MEDICINE;KARMA;HERMETICISM;WESTERN MYSTERIES;DANTE ALIGHIERI;GIORDANO BRUNO;MARSILIO FICINO;GIULIANO KREMMERZ;MARCO DAFFI;ALCHEMY;ESOTERIC;OCCULT;RENAISSANCE MANUSCRIPTS;ASTRAL JOURNEY;SOUL TRAVEL;MAGIC;ITALIC HERMETICISM;HERMETIC CADUCEUS;FLOS CAELI;ELIXIR OF LIFE;CORPO DEI PARI;DAVID PANTANO 93 QRYX2 93 VXW 93 QRYX 93 VXPR 01 01 01 02 Writings from the Italian occult tradition exploring life, death, and rebirth

• Explores fundamental principles and symbolism of Italian Hermeticism

• Features secret Italian texts, translated for the first time, including an unpublished Renaissance alchemical manuscript

• Offers rituals and parables for spiritual transformation

Egypt and Tibet have long offered maps of the territory the soul must navigate after death. Now, for the first time in English, historian, translator, and esoteric scholar David Pantano illuminates the Italian Hermetic tradition that describes the afterlife journey.

Pantano has curated a range of texts spanning from the Renaissance to the present day, sharing rituals and essays by figures such as Giuliano Kremmerz and Marco Daffi alongside contemporary practitioners Valerio Tomassini and Gaetano Lo Monaco. The collection also includes documents from secret societies and writings from the Corpo dei Pari, a group of underground alchemists and Hermeticists who have been active since the late 1960s.

Pantano also features notables in the Italian mystical tradition such as Dante Alighieri, Giordano Bruno, and Marsilio Ficino, tracing the influence of this unique branch of Hermeticism. By exploring the spiritual lives of his predecessors, he shares Hermetic parables for navigating the astral plane after death and how to live in this lifetime.

Also included is a translation of the Flos Coeli, a Renaissance manuscript that gives a recipe for the Elixir of Life. Pantano pairs this with esoteric interpretations of ayahuasca effects and with secret papers from the Fraternity of Miriam to show how principles of transference can be used with plant medicines to alleviate suffering.

Focusing on death and spiritual rebirth, this is a valuable collection of rituals and discourses on magic, Hermeticism, and consciousness—a guide for the living and a map for the journey in the afterlife.]]> 13 02 The Magic Door, Alchemical Hermeticism, and The Hermetic Physician.]]> 23 02 The Hermetic Madness of Marco Daffi

MAGICAL JOURNEYS

Magical journeys, quests, and odysseys into the abyssal depths of the soul open astral pathways for the spiritual seeker pursuing transcendence. Spiritual seekers are navigators of consciousness in pursuit of transcending the finite dimensions of their Hyliac self to explore the astral realm and integrate with their transpersonal metaphysical root or monad, referred to in the ancient Italic spiritual tradition as the numen (pl. numina). The astral passage unfolds into a vast kaleidoscope of illumination, where archetypal* images and figures manifest in visions, dreams, intuitions, flashbacks, and other spectral representations that are “fixed”* into mnemonic loci and archived in the subconscious for future memory. These spectral images become “fixed” within the mind’s architecture—mapped into subconscious storehouses for future recall. To be fixed in this sense requires absolute inner stillness, a state where consciousness is entirely isolated from the noise of the external world.

Numina manifest through ideographic galleries in “images and figures” drawn from the dark recesses of consciousness. They represent the macrocosmic or transcendent Ideas reflected in the microcosm, from above to below, from the divine to the human, and from an inward to outward perspective. These fundamental “images and figures” yield profound symbolic meanings, intricately woven with layers of attributes that envelop the interpretative scrutiny, awaiting validation.

Investigating the essential nature of numinal beings through the prism of archetypal images and figures provides the seeker with insights into their transcendent nature and associated habitus of values, tendencies, and qualities. This is akin to how basic archetypes serve as building blocks for the multifaceted and nuanced evolution of an individual’s inner life.

Hence, the path toward transcendence beyond the ordinary human condition expands the liminal boundaries of consciousness by unveiling the occult phenomena or numina hidden within the corridors of the subconscious. Numina appear in visions cultivated by the intricate interplay of sympathies and antipathies and are coaxed out from oblivion through incantations and rituals to inform the logos (metadata) underlying the Karmic nature of the discerning investigator.

Astral entities emerge into the light of inner perception adorned in distinctly symbolic attire, taking the shape of eons, shades, archons, avatars, and ancestral memories, among other apparitional possibilities.*

At its core, these activities involve an inner archaeology† that reaches into the profound recesses of the psyche to excavate atavistic reliquiae, the innate characteristics residing within the ancestral layer of the soul, embodied with sub facie humana forms‡ and projected onto visions, dreams, intuitions, premonitions, augurs, and other inner manifestations.

Astral pathways constitute numinal corridors intricately woven within the depths of the subconscious. They are accessed via psychodynamic transits, such as those occurring with a “flash of intuition,” a “visionary escapade,” a “memory recall,” or through more complex interventions involving meditation and rituality, which can induce a specific vibrational “resonance” imbued with magnetic fluids that attract or radiate outward energies.**

Such practices, incorporating theurgy and anamnesis, were utilized by Initiates of ancient Pythagorean and Neoplatonic schools, and pursued further in the nineteenth century by certain advanced adepts affiliated with the Fraternity of Myriam.

Anamnesis refers to the mnemonic operation undertaken by the seeker to recall details of their innate persona by navigating awareness down through the deep recesses of the psyche to mine its ancestral reservoir. From here, the atavistic contents emerge by projection through the subconscious to materialize in internally perceivable images and symbolic visions. By virtue of exerting a similia similiis (“like attracts like”) action, the mnemonic activity arouses psychodynamic projections of spiritual fragments, or atavistic reliquiae, in the form of images and figures that are perceived through the inner senses by the seeker for the exegetic investigation of their occult nature. Gnosis is entrusted with the operative remembering of the powers of the psyche arising in us (remembrance), advanced initiates of the true Great Arcanum, which is incommunicable, and which is revealed-acquired in subdued illumination (as in Zen). The initiate must regard himself as a diasoratta (“one who remembers, recalls”). More narrowly, the memory of seeking the powers of the psyche—when applied to evolution rather than as an end in itself—is sufficient to drive the quest forward. It is as though there is a mysterious antenna that resonates with corresponding frequencies, detecting and connecting with others on the same path—much like finding a genuine companion or discovering a fellow seeker who has joined this current, whether long ago or recently.

With the requisite preparation and aptitude, the seeker can further intensify the resonance to the point of ecstasy by the infusion of amorous humors (fluids, feelings, sensations) that sublimate consciousness into a rarefied state of “Mag”—a trancelike state of magnetism* that harnesses the latent potential of human nature to manifest magical will. Giuliano Kremmerz, the Italian magus, describes this “state of Mag” as a profound level of purity attained by advanced adepts of the Fraternity of Myriam.

The Mag establishes a vinculum (internal connection) linking the “lunar and mercurial bodies”† of the initiate with the “cosmic or ethereal matter” constituting the astral current. The intensity of the vibration induced by the contact of the human astral with cosmic astrality gives rise to occult phenomena illuminated on the astral plane.

The magnetic vibrations encompass energies imbued with transcendent qualities (virtues), converged from the seven universal forces, and manifested as the synthesis of the fluidic composition. These fluids emanate sympathetic or antipathetic energies, charged positively or negatively, reflecting the osiridean or isiac operations inherent in the magical procedure. The astral—specifically, the astral complex of the individual—constitutes the common denominator of these polarized forces, serving as the humus to corresponding infirmities and diseases of the body and as the libidinal agent of attraction in the soul.‡

The practice was meticulously documented by a highly idiosyncratic psychonaut,* Baron Ricciardo Ricciardelli (1900–1969). This Hermetic phoenix pioneered a method of atavistic excavation by undertaking magical journeys through astral realms to explore archetypal vistas appearing in his visions, dreams, and other numinous environments.

Upon summoning these archetypal personas, Ricciardelli would undergo a profound shift in consciousness, entering an altered dimension and transforming into his latent personality that emerged from his occulted self.

The transformation culminated in the embodiment of his archetype, a figure he referred to as Mörköhekdaph and Italianized into Marco Daffi. Ricciardelli claimed that this figure was his reincarnated self, or a lars remanifesting from a previous existence, as a priest of Phoenician ancestry serving at the Pharoah’s court in ancient Egypt 4,000 years ago.

In life, as in writing, Ricciardelli would reference reincarnation not as a hypothetical possibility conceptualized within a particular belief system, but rather as a tangible factum to be experienced and lived. His many astral journeys through past lives are to be understood as essential expeditions to fulfill his life’s mission: to seek atonement for transgressions committed in a prior existence as a priest at the Pharaoh’s court. As a result, he believed that his ethereal lunar body was marred by karmic retribution, stemming from transgressions committed in a previous incarnation involving a sexual trahaison with a pious priestess of the pharaoh’s court, resulting in the identification of a deep-seated imbalance to his personal character.

He would affirm, in a past-life regression, that in preparation for the passage into his current incarnation, he endeavored to rectify the karmic retribution. As an adept, he employed initiatory techniques to construct a provisional or imaginary lunar body. This enabled him to navigate the astral pathway during the conception moment as a dematerialized larval entity, only to remanifest (incarnate) as Baron Ricciardo Ricciardelli. However, devoid of his authentic lunar essence, he, therefore, incarnated as an incomplete avatar.

Furthermore, he was convinced that this inherent imbalance impeded his personal development across the continuum of time and space, impacting his past, present, and future fate. It obscured the memory of his ancient identity and, in his present incarnation, resulted in bearing psycho-physical disturbances such as delayed puberty, sexual dysfunction, impotence, as well as inhibiting the maturation of his feminine nature, embodied by the lunar aspects of his being. This led to a sense of estrangement and frigidity, particularly in his relationships with women. Consequently, he found himself trapped in an unending cycle of instability.

However, the Baron was steadfast in his conviction that unless this karmic obstacle was addressed, it would impede his personal progress toward elevated ontological states. Ricciardelli was consumed by this psycho-ontological predicament, making his life’s mission to resolve it. He feared that if left unaddressed, it would degrade the spiritual patrimony underlying his inherent nobility.]]> 04 02 INTRODUCTION
Occult Rome: Civitas Hermetis

PART 1
THE HERMETIC PARABLES

On the Hermetic Book of the Dead
Giammaria Gonella

Hermetic Tetractys
Valerio Tomassini

The Hermetic Madness of Marco Daffi

Divine Furors and Ecstatic Frenzies

Magical Heroism
In the Works of D’Annunzio, Pound,
George, Kremmerz, and Daffi

PART 2
JOURNEY OF THE SOUL

The Avatars
Giammaria Gonella

Tarot of Death and Rebirth
Marco Daffi

Psychography of a Nonexistent Person
Giammaria Gonella

On Avataric Magic
Gaetano Lo Monaco

The Avatars
Marco Daffi

Psychurgy of the Postmortem
Valerio Tomassini

The Ritual of Hamzur Hakgul Bremard
Also Called the Ritual of Andromeda
Marco Daffi

Commentary on the Journey of the Soul in the
Sacred Representation of Hamzur
Luciano Raffaele SantaDomenica

Commentary on the Ritual of Hamzur
Corpo dei Pari

PART 3
MEDICINAE DEI

Corrosive Waters of Plant Mercury
Valerio Tomassini

Introduction to the Ritual of Medicinae Dei
Marco Daffi

The Ritual of Medicinae Dei
Marco Daffi

PART 4
ELIXIR OF LIFE AND RENEWAL

Introduction to the Flos Caeli

Flos Caeli
Also Called the Nostoch or Sputum Lunae
Anonymous, 1676

PART 5
SYMBOLS & MYTHS OF ITALIC HERMETICISM

Roman Obelisks
Valerio Tomassini

The Magic Door
Valerio Tomassini

The Ibis
Valerio Tomassini

The Phoenix
Belfegor

Vita Mercuri Trismegisti
Alfonso Ceccarelli, 1577

PART 6
THE HERMETIC PRINCIPLES

Landscape of the Hermetic Consciousness

The Human Constitution
AB-BA

The Hermetic Caduceus
Giorgio (Shri Hanz)

Astral Plane and Astral Light
K

PART 7
PERSPECTIVES ON REINCARNATION AND
INITIATIC DEATH

Avataric Practices in Patañjali’s Yoga Sutras

Eros and Thanatos in the Spiritual Alchemy of
Giuliano Kremmerz
Gaetano Lo Monaco

Considerations on the Human Condition
in the Postmortem
Gaetano Lo Monaco

The Four Possibilities of the Life-Death Sequence
Valerio Tomassini

Paschal Resurrection
The Significance of Solar Configurations on Religious Holidays
Giuliano Kremmerz

A Critique of Reincarnation
Ricciardo Ricciardelli

Death as a Prelude to a New Life
Marco Daffi

Reincarnation
Pietro Pica

Death and Reincarnation
Ugo Danilo Cisaria

PART 8
EXPLORATIONS IN CONSCIOUSNESS

Memory of an “Orphic” Experience
Gaetano Lo Monaco

The Ayahuasca Trip

Ultra Vitam:
Through the Interdimensional Portal
Valerio Tomassini

Notes on the Bardo
Valerio Tomassini

Magical Prayer
Giuliano Kremmerz

Bibliography

About the Contributors

Index]]> 08 02 “The Hermetic Book of the Dead is a capstone in Pantano’s series on the Italic Tradition. Here, Pantano reveals to the student of Hermeticism some of the most important concepts and modern practices regarding the very nature of being itself as experienced in a living tradition of Western esotericism. This is a book that one will study, internalize, and come to rely upon.”]]> Mark Stavish, author of Egregores and The Path of Freemasonry 08 02 Stanislas Klossowski De Rola, author of The Golden Game 08 02 Angel Millar, author of The Three Stages of Initiatic Spirituality 08 02 John Michael Greer, author of The King in Orange 08 02 Christopher McIntosh, author of Occult Russia and Occult Germany 08 02 P. D. Newman, author of Theurgy: Theory and Practice 08 02 The Hermetic Book of the Dead essential reading for the living.”]]> Gwendolyn Taunton, author of The Path of Shadows 08 02 “The Hermetic Book of the Dead opened for me a gateway into the rich, little-known world of Italian occultism, past and present. Its lucid exploration of Kremmerz and Daffi, and the connections drawn to the thought of the great D’Annunzio, who is particularly dear to my heart, make it a deeply rewarding read. This is a book long overdue—we owe David Pantano a special debt for bringing it to light.”]]> Christian Bouchet, PhD, founder of Éditions Ars Magna 08 02 The Hermetic Book of the Dead represents almost a modern Orphic gold tablet for new initiates seeking to understand the soul’s journey after death and how to undertake it: a true discovery for the English-speaking world.”]]> Marcello De Martino, PhD, author of Mircea Eliade Esoterico 08 02 Travis Trinca, author of The Rosicrucian Compendium 08 02 Alex Sumner, author of Conjuring Demons for Pleasure and Profit 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4cda64e2-1063-454d-9792-b364004652f8 01 Inner Traditions SIMO355 Inner Traditions 01 01 Inner Traditions SIMO355 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270202 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.5 lb 08 8 oz 08 226.8 gr 27 15 9798888503492 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270202 02 79.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 02 84.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 84.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270202 9798888503751 02 03 9798888503751 14 19798888503758 15 9798888503751 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Womb Chakra</TitleText> <Subtitle>Awakening the Creative Power of the Divine Feminine</Subtitle> 01 263966655 1 A01 Susanne Steidl Steidl, Susanne Susanne Steidl 01 eng 176 00 176 03 OCC036050 VXW 2.1 10 OCC011010 10 OCC041000 20 KUNDALINI AWAKENING;DIVINE FEMININE;ROOT CHAKRA;YONI POWER;CHAKRA HEALING;SACRED SEXUALITY;FEMININE ENERGY;ANCESTRAL HEALING;BODY LOVE;ENERGY EXERCISES;EMPOWERED WOMAN;BREATH WORK;VISUALIZATION;FEMALE SPIRITUALITY;FEMALE SEXUALITY;HEALING RITUALS;FEMININE AGENCY;HIGHER CHAKRAS;JOYFUL SEXUALITY;GROUNDING PRACTICES;HO'OPONOPONO RITUAL;INTUITION ACTIVATION;SPIRITUAL ASCENSION;YONI STEAMING;FEMININE LIBERATION;BOUNDARIES;ANCESTRAL LINEAGE;SOLAR PLEXUS EMPOWERMENT;HEART-YONI CONNECTION;SHADOW WORK 93 VXWS 93 QRY 93 VXHK 93 QRVP7 93 VFVC 01 01 01 02 Activating the womb chakra, the foundation for personal, sexual, and spiritual transformation

• Shows how to awaken the womb chakra’s kundalini energy to reclaim personal agency, heal inherited patterns, and restore balance

• Provides practical exercises for each chakra, including body acceptance, ancestral healing, yoni steaming, and Ho‘oponopono

• Guides women on a complete journey from root to crown to cultivate joyful sexuality, strengthen boundaries, expand awareness, and achieve spiritual growth

The womb chakra—traditionally known as the sacral chakra—is the foundation of sacred primal power and physical vitality. In this book, Susanne Steidl shows how dormant kundalini energy in women can be awakened to reclaim personal agency, feminine energy, and power.

Through practical exercises, Steidl guides you to accept and love your body and release fears tied to your ancestral lineage. She shows you how to harmonize male and female energies and how to liberate desire to cultivate joyful female sexuality. She also gives specific activation methods for each chakra and provides tools to heal repression, establish boundaries, and restore inner strength.

Offering a comprehensive journey from root to crown, the chakras can become gateways to inner flowering—to empowerment, balance, and spiritual growth—allowing you to deepen self-knowledge, renew vitality, and embody your creative essence.]]> 13 02 23 02 Root Chakra

Embracing Your Feminine Origin

In this chapter we will explore feminine history and culture, the female body, and our connection to the primal energy of Mother Earth. You will look back at your female ancestors, embrace your feminine heritage, and deepen your sense of belonging here on Earth.

The root chakra is the vessel of our femininity. It represents our arrival in this world—our conception, birth, and early childhood. Located at the base of the spine, this energy center is directed downward, grounding us in the element of Earth and connecting us to Mother Earth herself.

The root chakra holds the energy of primal trust, safety, and security. No matter how turbulent and challenging life may be, this energy can restore our sense that life is fundamentally benevolent. Our ability to trust in life is shaped by our earliest experiences—whether we felt safe and accepted in the womb, during birth, and in our first years of life.

Through an energetic umbilical cord, the root chakra connects us to the heartbeat of Mother Earth—our primal mother—who loves and nurtures us unconditionally, weaving us into the great web of existence, into the fabric of all beings. Mother Earth embodies the archetypal feminine force.

In ancient cultures, particularly in matriarchal societies, the Earth was revered as the Great Goddess. For example, the Greek goddess Gaia was worshipped as the Earth Mother. She was depicted as a woman rising from the ground, inseparably bound to her essence—her original element. The Earth was seen as the creator and sustainer of all life. Birth, both human and animal, was regarded as a sacred act of creation, and the cycles of life and death were honored with deep reverence.

Conception was understood as more than just a physical process, it was seen as a sacred act. Women were believed to possess divine power, for they carried the ability to bring forth new life. We can return to this profound perspective.

BEING AT HOME IN YOURSELF

Today, many women feel disconnected, ungrounded, and are unaware of their roots. Fatigue, restlessness, sleep disturbances, constant busyness, avoidance, instability, emotional numbness, and anxiety are just some of the symptoms that can arise when our primal connection to the Earth is lost.

As long as we are in survival mode—because our existence feels uncertain or we don’t feel safe in our environment—we cannot fully step into our true potential. Only when we are rooted, when we establish a solid and reliable connection, can we open ourselves to life’s energies.

To walk the feminine path of blossoming, we must first fully inhabit our womb space. We must arrive in our own inner power, connect with Mother Earth, and from this deep sense of security, bring our creative impulses into the world. For women, this connection to the Earth and our bodies is essential. Only through this bond can our root chakra hold and channel life energy.

To be connected to the Earth means to be in harmony with nature’s rhythms and elements, to recognize ourselves as part of Earth, and to trust that the Earth nourishes and sustains us.

EXERCISE

Connect with the Womb of the Earth

Lie down comfortably. Place your hands on your chest and feel your heartbeat. Visualize an energetic umbilical cord extending from your heart, flowing through your womb, down to your root chakra. From there, it reaches deep into the Earth, through to the heart of the planet. Tune in to the Earth’s heartbeat. Feel your heartbeat synchronize with the Earth’s. Become one with the Earth.

Through this energetic umbilical cord, pure primal trust flows from Mother Earth into your root chakra. Visualize this energy as a red light. It flows into your yoni, filling your entire pelvic area. Warmth spreads through you. Breathe in and out deeply and relax. Absorb as much primal trust as you need until you feel completely full and nourished by it. Then, speak the following affirmations: I am connected, I am safe, I am here.

Many women struggle with their relationship with their bodies, feeling uncomfortable and disconnected. They measure themselves against idealized standards and are very self-critical. However, feeling at home in our own skin and accepting ourselves as we are is essential. Our existence begins in the body. It is the home of our soul and our love. To be present in our bodies with kindness means to be fully present in life.

Therefore, we say YES—yes to our appearance, yes to our weight, yes to our hair, our nose, our belly, our breasts. Yes to ourselves. When we do this, we can finally breathe deeply again and relax into our being.

Feeling safe and comfortable in our own body is the foundation for everything else: It allows us to surrender, to let go, and to feel deeply and fully.

EXERCISE

Give Love to Your Body

Stand naked in front of a mirror, first with your eyes closed. Place your hands on your heart, take a few conscious breaths, and connect with the love within you. Then, open your eyes and look at yourself in your entirety with a soft, loving gaze. Make sure to keep your mouth slightly open, relax your tongue, and even hint at a smile.

What do you see when you look at yourself with heartfelt warmth? Let your gaze travel from your feet upward, taking in your entire body. If you notice yourself starting to judge, take a deep breath and soften your gaze again, making it gentle, open, and loving. You may gently touch the areas of your body you are looking at. Touch yourself lovingly, breathe lovingly, and observe yourself lovingly. When you have fully seen yourself, say these words: I thank you, my body, I bless you, I love you.

Participating in dance, yoga, sports, sauna sessions, or massage, really anything that helps you connect with your body and be present in it, is beneficial.

A wonderful way to strengthen body awareness is sleeping naked. I’ve been doing it for a few years now. At first, it felt unfamiliar, but it quickly became normal. This changes your relationship with your body and makes it easier to accept it. Your body is no longer confined by clothing; you set it free. Your skin can breathe better, and your yoni gets air too. Sleeping naked gives you the opportunity to touch yourself naturally and directly. For example, touching your breasts, which are associated with the heart chakra, the energy center of love, activates this chakra. Additionally, sleeping naked releases the feel-good hormone oxytocin, which improves sleep. Oxytocin also stimulates blood circulation, metabolism, and the immune system, and your body learns to regulate its own temperature. If your partner also sleeps without clothes, it can bring new energy into your love life.

FEARS, THE SHADOWS OF THE ROOT CHAKRA

Belonging, connection, and security are fundamental human needs—deeply tied to the root chakra. When we set out to grow and evolve, fears can arise, revealing the shadows of the root chakra.

The fear that our partner will turn away, that we’ll lose touch with our children, that we’ll be cast out from our community. The fear of being alone, of having to rely only on ourselves, of not being able to make it in this world. The fear that the life we’ve built will fall apart once we fully embrace our own power. Whether consciously or unconsciously, these fears live within us as women in many different ways.

The fear of losing someone on the journey back to ourselves can feel like an enormous obstacle. And whether or not it is actually justified, it has an undeniable impact. Generations of women before us lived through realities shaped by fear, and these ancient wounds are still present in our collective consciousness. This is how even a woman who is financially independent and socially well-connected might still, on a deep subconscious level, avoid confronting certain issues in her life—choosing instead to leave things as they are out of an unspoken insecurity.

Though letting go is an inherent part of our feminine nature, the fear of being left behind is something nearly all of us carry. In my work with women, this fear comes up again and again.

Fear suppresses our life force. Without a strong connection to the root chakra and, in turn, to the Earth itself, we become disconnected from our own bodies. We move through life from the mind, relying on masculine energy as we try to adapt to a society built on masculine structures. We search for energy outside of ourselves and become dependent on it—because we have lost touch with our own inner power.]]> 04 02 WE BLOSSOM FROM OUR WOMB

ROOT CHAKRA
Embracing Your Feminine Origin

SACRAL CHAKRA
Awakening Your Feminine Desire

SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA
Activating Your Feminine Power

HEART CHAKRA
Feeling Your Feminine Love

THROAT CHAKRA
Releasing Your Feminine Expression

THIRD EYE CHAKRA
Welcoming Your Feminine Intuition

CROWN CHAKRA
Attaining Your Feminine Enlightenment

SOUL CHAKRA
Radiating Your Feminine Light

THE RENEWING CYCLE OF
FEMININE CREATIVE POWER

WOMB CHAKRA WISDOM

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

INSPIRATIONS AND FURTHER READING

INDEX

ABOUT THE AUTHOR]]> 08 02 Womb Chakra is a guide into the sacred, primal essence of the feminine origin, where rituals, inspired prose, and journal prompts invite a direct experience of the awakened, wildly empowered self. Ancient wisdom meets contemporary accessibility. This book is a gift for those who say yes to their empowered feminine soul.”]]> Mara Branscombe, author of Ritual as Remedy and Sage, Huntress, Lover, Queen 08 02 “Womb Chakra is a beautifully written book that explores ways to liberate the flow of feminine creative power through the chakras. The author offers a wide range of wonderful affirmations and practical exercises that anyone can use to embrace the power and mystery of their femininity.”]]> Christine R. Page, MD, author of The Healing Power of the Sacred Woman 08 02 Womb Chakra, Susanne Steidl offers a chakra-led guide for women to enhance and support every aspect of their health and well-being. Punctuated by practical, accessible exercises and drawing on many traditions and the author’s personal experience, this feminine journey is recommended for any woman seeking to deepen her connection to herself, her body, her sexuality, her spirituality, and her purpose.”]]> Cherionna Menzam-Sills, PhD, author of The Prenatal Shadow 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/83a177e5-ea6e-431a-8629-b3f10035f583 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Destiny Books 01 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.38 in 02 136.65 mm 03 0.5 in 03 12.7 mm 08 0.48 lb 08 7.68 oz 08 217.72 gr 27 15 9798888503768 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 68 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 02 29.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888503812 02 03 9798888503812 14 19798888503819 15 9798888503812 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Cactus Medicine</TitleText> <Subtitle>Indigenous Wisdom and Modern Pharmacology</Subtitle> 01 256640651 1 A01 Robert Dale Rogers Rogers, Robert Dale Robert Dale Rogers International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms. A former clinical professor in family medicine at the University of Alberta, he lives in Alberta, Canada.]]> 01 eng 448 00 448 03 HEA011000 VXHT 2.1 10 HEA056000 10 NAT048000 20 CACTUS MEDICINE;INDIGENOUS WISDOM;MODERN PHARMACOLOGY;CACTI GUIDE;NORTH AMERICAN CACTI;SOUTH AMERICAN CACTI;SAGUARO;PRICKLY PEAR;SAN PEDRO;PEYOTE;ENTHEOGENS;PLANT MEDICINE;ETHNOBOTANY;CACTUS MYTHOLOGY;CACTUS HEALING;NATURAL THERAPIES;CACTUS ALKALOIDS;ANTIDIABETIC;ANTICANCER;ANTIMICROBIAL;ANTIVIRAL;ANTIDEPRESSANT;ANALGESIC;FLOWER ESSENCES;HERBAL REMEDIES;HOMEOPATHIC;INDIGENOUS HEALING;SHAMANIC PLANTS;MESCALINE;PLANT FOLKLORE;BOTANICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA;PHOTOGRAPHY;ROBERT DALE ROGERS;STEFAN CAMPBELL 93 VXHT4 93 VFD 93 WNP 93 WNP 98 5PBA 01 01 01 02 A comprehensive illustrated guide to cacti of North and South America

• Explores the characteristics, medicinal uses, and mythology of more than 570 species of cacti, including well-known species like Saguaro and Prickly Pear and entheogens such as San Pedro and Peyote

• Describes the ways that Indigenous peoples around the world have traditionally used cacti for healing, food, and ceremonial purposes

• Details scientific research on cactus compounds and alkaloids, including antidiabetic, anticancer, antimicrobial, antiviral, antidepressant, and analgesic properties

Cacti, with their iconic spines and thick stems, can be found around the world, though mainly in North and South America. They appear in a wide range of environments, from subarctic to extremely hot desert regions, speaking to their profound ability to adapt, survive, and thrive.

In this full-color illustrated book, Robert Dale Rogers explores more than 570 cacti species through the lenses of ethnobotany, folklore, chemistry, pharmacology, and their effective use in natural therapies. He details scientific research on the medicinal effects of cactus compounds and alkaloids, including their antioxidant, antidiabetic, anti-cancer, antibacterial, antiviral, antidepressant, and analgesic properties. He also looks at the use of cacti in flower essences, herbal preparations, and homeopathic remedies.

Rogers explains how Indigenous people, such as the Cree, have used cacti for healing, food, ceremony, and shamanic purposes for millennia, and he shares sacred stories centered on cacti, such as the Cactus Cat story from the American Southwest. He also provides a psychopharmacological examination of the entheogenic alkaloid mescaline, which can be found in San Pedro and peyote cacti. Showcasing their benefits and unusual beauty, this book reveals how cacti have supported humanity from prehistory to the present day.]]> 13 02 International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms. Rogers is presently an adjunct professor at the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta in Camrose, Canada.]]> 23 02 Introduction

An Astral Body with a Tough Skin

Life is tough

But so are cacti.

Unknown

I have long been fascinated with cacti. Some people may say this is due to my prickly nature, while others will probably say it’s my dry sense of humor.

In northern Alberta, Canada, where I live, small prickly pear cacti (Opuntia spp.) grow on the south-facing sloped banks of the Peace River at latitude 56° north. And in southeastern Alberta are found much larger plants, with pads and fruit large enough to enjoy as a meal. In the wild, several winter-hardy cacti convert their internal moisture into an antifreeze, protein-type gel. Temperatures in winter in this region of Canada can reach −58 °F (−50 °C). In one trial, Opuntia fragilis was subjected to −94 °F (−70 °C) and then placed in liquid nitrogen at −320.8 °F −196 °C) following a slow freezing down to −40 °F (−40 °C). After all of this, half of the stems survived! Cree elders of Alberta know local cacti as môstâskamkahk kohpikihk.

My wife and I spend at least one month each winter in Palm Springs, California, and one of my favorite things to do is to visit the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens located in Palm Desert, which exhibits cacti from both hemispheres. The private Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium in Palm Springs is also a cactus lover’s delight.

Earlier in my herbal career I spent time with a curandero, a traditional healer, in northern Peru, who conducted biweekly healing ceremonies involving the San Pedro cactus (Trichocereus macrogonus var. pachanoi syn. Trichocereus pachanoi). And I have had personal experiences with peyote ceremonies conducted in northern Mexico.

While in university I was introduced to tequila and mezcal, which are produced from the agave plant. Many people mistakenly believe agave is a cactus, but in fact it is a succulent member of the Asparagaceae family and the Agavoideae subfamily. Likewise for Joshua tree, which is neither a tree nor a cactus, but a member of the same family as agave.

In Mexico, fruit from various cacti species is fermented to produce the alcoholic brew colonche, and some processes involve the addition of pulque, the fermented sap of agave species, as an inoculum. By law, tequila can contain up to 50% ethanol, making it a less desirable choice than mezcal for margarita aficionados.

Various Euphorbia species appear at first glance to be cacti, but they are not. Many of them develop a toxic, yet sometimes medicinal, milky white latex.

The semisucculent, thorny ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens), found in the desert Southwest, is a valuable medicine for pelvic lymphatic issues, but again, it is not a cactus.

During my clinical practice of over twenty years, I became familiar with and recommended Selenicereus grandiflorus syn. Cactus grandiflorus as a homeopathic remedy. And I recommended various cactus flower essences for emotional and spiritual issues, including an essence made from the flower of the saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea), which was offered as a vibrational remedy by the Flower Essence Society.

But this story should start at the beginning, with the evolution of these remarkably hardy and adaptable, drought-resistant plants and their use for food and medicine around the world by Indigenous peoples. The term cacti is derived from the ancient Greek káktos, a name given by the ancient Greek philosopher and naturalist Theophrastus, a student of Aristotle, for a spiny or thorny unknown plant, possibly the cardoon (Cynara cardunculus), an artichoke that may be distantly related to the rose, due in part to its rose-shaped flowers (Earle 1980). Doubtful. The Pereskia genera are known as rose cacti, but with no older scientific taxonomic link to other cacti. Linnaeus, in 1737, categorized cacti in two genera, Cactus and Pereskia, but in 1753 moved them all to the Cactus genus (since renamed Mammillaria), based on 22 species sent from the New World.

By the twentieth century, taxonomists had rejected previous classifications. We now have the subfamilies Pereskioideae (1 genus with 10 species), Opuntioideae (15 genera and 220–250 species), and the Cactus family, Cactaceae, which contains 125–130 genera and 1,400–1,500 species native to the Americas. The sub-family of Cactceae, Cactoideae, contains 11 genera, and about 1,500 species. Mexico alone has nearly 900 species.

Cacti are known for repelling potential invaders by being repellent oneself. Harsh, prickling, sharp, sarcastic, piercing, nasty, abusive and grotesque behaviour will keep everyone away, forbidding anyone from coming close (Vermeulen and Johnston 2011). They are acclimatized to a wide swath of dry environments, from the Atacama Desert of Chile and ranging up to northern Canada. They are classified as perennial succulents that store water in their thick, fleshy parts, and show a diminution of leaves into spines. Or to be more precise, cacti have areoles, or buds, which can form reduced leaves (spines), flowers, new stems, glands, bristles, hairs, and even adventitious roots. Spines are modified leaves, and thorns are modified branches. They provide shade and protection from herbivorous animals as well as condense moisture in foggy environments, sending it to the roots. Glochids (or glochidia) are hairy, barbed spines found around the areoles that must be removed, along with the spines.

The stems have ribs that follow the Fibonacci sequence of numbers (2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, and so forth). To conserve water, respiration occurs at night, with carbon dioxide turned into malic acid for daytime photosynthesis. This method, known as crassulacean acid metabolism, helps preserve moisture by opening stomata at night when temperatures and moisture loss are lowest. The ribs expand when water is available and contract when scarce, like an accordion. As mentioned earlier, cacti can tolerate extremes of temperature ranging from 147–160 °F (64–71 °C) to −40 °F (−40 °C), and even lower. The flat pads, or cladodes, are called nopal or nopales, and in Opuntia species they are considered a choice edible.

Cacti have two layers of skin. The outer epidermis, or cuticle, is waxy and leathery, preventing water loss and reflecting sunlight. The inner hypodermis provides structure and produces crystals such as calcium oxalate to prevent animals from ingesting them. The spines do a good job of dissuasion as well. They all contain betalains, which give them a green appearance, and they contain higher levels of calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, and boron than most other plants. Calcium oxalates are also present. Other constituents include pectins; mucilage; tetrahydroisoquinoline alkaloids, including pellotine, anhalonine, anhalonidine, lophophorine, carnegine, gigantine, arizonine, and salsolidine (norcarnegine); and phenethylamines (phenolic alkaloids), including mescaline, hordenine (N, N-dimethyltyramine), and tyramine derivatives in some species. Gigantine, found in Carnegiea species, is not known to be hallucinogenic to humans but has shown such effects in cats and squirrel monkeys. Hordenine, also found in barley, will be discussed later in this book. Mescaline is discussed throughout this book, as well as in Appendix 1.

Cacti range in size from the giant cardon, or elephant cactus (Pachycereus pringlei), which can grow to a height of 63 ft (19.2 m), to the smallest Blossfeldia liliputana, which measures barely 1 cm. Nearly all cacti are found in the Americas, with the exception of Rhipsalis baccifera, perhaps native to the Americas but now found in Africa and Sri Lanka. More recently, some cacti have been introduced to Hawaii, Australia, and the Mediterranean region, with both beneficial and disastrous results, becoming invasive in some cases.

Scientists speculate that the cactus family evolved after the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana split into Africa and South America around 145 million years ago. Perhaps. Other sources suggest their appearance during the Late Cretaceous period, about 90 million years ago, long before the disappearance of dinosaurs. No fossils remain, so there is much speculation and little evidence.

Many cacti are pollinated by bees, bats, moths, and hummingbirds, producing fruits of variable edibility. Some birds eat the fruit and will nest among the protective spines. My wife, Laurie, and I saw the smallest owl burrowed in a saguaro cactus near Tucson many years ago.

Cave paintings in Brazil and seed deposits in Mexico and Peru dating from 12,000 years ago suggest hunter-gatherers collected the fruit of cacti.

The flat-jointed prickly pear fruit from the Opuntia species and other cacti species are commonly known as tunas, cactus pears, or Indian figs. Cacti fruit are also referred to as cactidium, but I will use the term fruit throughout this book. Due to their method of respiration, [the fruits] also contain a considerable amount of plant acid which arises because exhalation is held back. In the process of life, sugar is normally broken down in the process of respiration into carbon dioxide and water. In the succulents, this process of degradation comes to a halt half-way through and plant acids such as malic, tartaric, oxalic and citric acid are formed. (Vermeulen and Johnston 2011, 7)

Of the approximately 850 species of cacti that are native to Mexico, twenty-two have been used in traditional medicine for treating stomachache, gastric ulcers, rheumatism, diabetes, dysentery, obesity, heart disease, pain, inflammation, and diuresis. All parts of the plant have been used, including the cladodes, fruit, and flowers. The inner mucilage of many species has been used as an emollient for skin conditions, providing cool and hydrating benefits. At one time, the thick mucilage was mixed with fat to make candles or was heated down to a concentrate to make a glue or adhesive. In fact, the practical uses of cacti are almost unlimited as you will see in this book.]]> 04 02
Acknowledgments

Introduction
An Astral Body with a Tough Skin

CACTI
From Acanthocereus to Xiquexique

Appendix 1. Mescaline
One of the Oldest Known Medicinal Psychedelics

Appendix 2. Cochineal
Prickly Pear’s Valuable Parasite

Cacti by Their Common Names

Resources

References

Index of Cacti and Medicinal Applications]]> 08 02 “Cactus Medicine is a well-documented synthesis of traditional practice and pharmacological evidence. By placing traditional uses within the scientific frameworks of pharmacology and ethnobotany, this book provides clinicians with a clear roadmap for exploring cactus-derived therapies by illuminating the great potential of therapeutic indications in modern clinical practice. Rogers has written a major contribution to herbal medicine and the wider field of ethnobotany.”]]> David Hoffmann, FNIMH, AHG, author of Medical Herbalism, Herbal Intelligence, and The Herbal Handboo 08 02 “Comprehensive. That’s the word for Robert Dale Rogers’s treatment of medicinal substances—from lichens to mushrooms to cacti and more. Rogers’s canon is well-researched, scientifically up-to-date, and a very important collection of references for herbalists and researchers in the field.”]]> Matthew Wood, author of Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix and A Shamanic Herbal 08 02 Wolf D. Storl, PhD, cultural anthropologist and ethnobotanist, coauthor of Witchcraft Medicine, and 08 02 Roland Treu, PhD, mycologist and associate professor of biology at Athabasca University 08 02 Sam Coffman W-EMT, LAc, author of Herbal Medic and Survival Gardening 08 02 Cactus Medicine more than fills the void. This book covers more than 570 species of cacti and provides detailed information regarding the origins of the scientific and local names for each species as well as covers traditional therapeutic uses and the pharmacological bases for these applications. The book is accessible to the novice but also provides plenty of citations for advanced audiences that may want to dig deeper. Rogers’s full-color book will be a welcome addition to the cacti enthusiasts’ library.”]]> Kevin Feeney, PhD, JD, cultural anthropologist 08 02 Kevin Kossowan, creator of From The Wild 08 02 Wouter Bijdendijk, MSc, author of Plant Power 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2e2d9bdf-dcb2-4a9c-b867-b36400466ac3 01 Healing Arts Press SIMO353 Healing Arts Press 01 01 Healing Arts Press SIMO353 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9.5 in 01 241.3 mm 02 6.63 in 02 168.4 mm 08 1.092 lb 08 17.472 oz 08 495.32 gr 27 15 9798888503829 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261012 20270112 02 56.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 56.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888504000 02 03 9798888504000 14 19798888504007 15 9798888504000 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Esoteric Mythology</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Generative and Transformative Power of Imagination</Subtitle> 01 263967064 1 A01 Ike Baker Baker, Ike Ike Baker ARCANVM podcast and co-hosts the Aetherica Podcast with Sky Mathis. The author of A Formless Fire and Aetheric Magic, he lives in Asheville, North Carolina.]]> 2 A23 Sasha Chaitow Chaitow, Sasha Sasha Chaitow 01 eng 176 00 176 03 OCC012000 VXW 2.1 10 SOC011000 10 OCC040000 20 REALM;ACTIVE IMAGINATION;HERMETICISM;NEOPLATONISM;PLATONISM;TAOISM;HERMETIC ORDER OF THE GOLDEN DAWN;MARTINIST ORDER;FREEMASONRY;COMPARATIVE MYTHOLOGY;ARCHETYPES;MYTHOPOESIS;DREAMWORK;SPIRITUAL CARTOGRAPHY;INITIATORY JOURNEY;PERENNIAL WISDOM;BABYLONIAN MYTHS;NORSE MYTHS;EGYPTIAN MYSTERIES;INDIAN MYTHS;CHINESE MYTHS;ADVERSARY ARCHETYPE;REDEEMER ARCHETYPE;LIGHT AND DARK;QUEST AND TRIALS;NEOPLATONIC THEURGY;HERMETIC ALCHEMY;ESOTERIC TRADITIONS 93 VXW 93 QRVK2 93 JBGB 93 QRYX2 01 01 01 02 Reveals how myths connect us to the imaginal realm

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Ike Baker reveals how myths express universal spiritual truths and arise from an imaginal reality shared by all humanity.

Distilling two decades of research in comparative mythology, linguistics, and the esoteric philosophies of Taoism, Platonism, and Hermeticism, the author shows how myths provide a living map to the imaginal realm—a spiritual cartography that resonates across time and culture. He discusses mythopoesis, the magic of myth-making, and the importance of dreams in connecting us to the imaginal realm and the perennial wisdom it contains.

Drawing on Babylonian, Norse, Egyptian, Biblical, Indian, and Chinese myths as well as the works of Plato and Neoplatonists, Baker explores how certain mythic structures and esoteric teachings appear across traditions, reflecting a timeless worldview and humanity’s shared imaginal perception of spiritual reality. He also looks at core concepts expressed through myth—the idea of an Adversary, the fall and exile, trials and quests, saviors and redeemers, and the triumph of the light.

Revealing the enduring relevance of myths, Baker demonstrates how these archetypal stories bridge the subconscious and conscious, and can serve as initiatory tools for interfacing with your imagination.]]> 13 02 ARCANVM podcast and co-hosts the Aetherica Podcast with Sky Mathis. The author of A Formless Fire and Aetheric Magic, he lives in Asheville, North Carolina.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/000b0e56-9e61-4311-95c8-b3f10035f82f 01 Inner Traditions SIMO355 Inner Traditions 01 01 Inner Traditions SIMO355 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.368 lb 08 5.888 oz 08 166.92 gr 27 15 9798888504017 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261116 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 32.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888504123 02 03 9798888504123 14 19798888504120 15 9798888504123 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Astrology and Healing Trauma</TitleText> <Subtitle>Using Your Birth Chart in the Journey Toward Recovery</Subtitle> 01 263966550 1 A01 Robert Allen Pittman Pittman, Robert Allen Robert Allen Pittman 2 A02 Karen Beth Wilson Wilson, Karen Beth Karen Beth Wilson 01 eng 176 00 176 03 OCC030000 VXF 2.1 10 OCC011010 10 OCC019000 20 ASTROLOGY AND HEALING;COSMIC PURPOSE;PERSONAL TIMELINE;ASTROLOGICAL HOUSES;PLANETARY CYCLES;NATAL CHART;TRAUMA IN ASTROLOGY;LIFE PATH;CONSCIOUSNESS;CHAKRA HEALING;SOMATIC EXERCISES;MIRROR WORK;PERSONAL GROWTH;SHADOW INTEGRATION;EMBODIED SELF;ENERGY MEDICINE;EMOTIONAL BLOCKAGES;SPIRITUAL HEALING;BREATHWORK;SELF-INQUIRY;PLANETARY INFLUENCES;ANCESTRAL PATTERNS;PAST LIFE INFLUENCES;SPIRITUAL IDENTITY;MAP OF LIFE;CONGRUENCY PROCESS;ARCHETYPES;PSYCHIC WEATHER;ENERGETIC IMPRINTS;GUIDE TO HEALING TRAUMA;SELF-TRANSFORMATION;STAR MAP;INNER TRUTHS;SOMATIC TOOLS;LIFELONG JOURNEY 93 VXFA 93 VXA 93 VXA 94 1FP 01 01 01 02 Unlock the hidden connections between your wounds and your cosmic purpose

• Maps your personal timeline against the twelve astrological houses, revealing how trauma and planetary cycles shape your life path

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Drawing on decades of research, Robert Allen Pittman and Karen Beth Wilson present a practical guide to understanding the relationship between trauma, personal growth, and cosmic influences. Their unique approach combines astrological mapping, chakra healing, and mind-body techniques.

The authors show how to track your spiritual identity by constructing a timeline that details your seven-year transits through each of the twelve astrological houses over your life. You can then cross-reference the narrative of your timeline with your natal chart. These methods will help you identify and integrate the key trials and challenges of your life. By recognizing the “psychic weather” and energetic imprints left by planetary cycles, the authors show how you can process trauma using somatic exercises, breathwork, and guided self-inquiry.

Their Congruency Process gives you a method for balancing inner truth with outward expression to support emotional clarity. They provide tools for self-exploration, including mirror exercises, body-based memory release, and using astrological archetypes to clarify life lessons. You will develop a personal “Map of Life” that connects your childhood experiences, ancestral patterns, and past-life influences to current behaviors and relationships.

This guide will empower you to recognize the astrological and energetic patterns shaping your life and to approach healing as a lifelong journey in conscious partnership with the cosmos.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2048692d-00e6-4108-9616-b3f10036013b 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Destiny Books 01 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.368 lb 08 5.888 oz 08 166.92 gr 27 15 9798888504130 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 32.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888504338 02 03 9798888504338 14 19798888504335 15 9798888504338 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Wisdom of the Alzheimer's Sage</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Wisdom of the Alzheimer's Sage</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Son's Journey Through Caregiving, Identity, and Spiritual Transformation</Subtitle> 01 263964205 1 A01 Payson R. Stevens Stevens, Payson R. Payson R. Stevens Embracing Earth and Meshuggenary, he and his wife, the writer Kamla K. Kapur, divide their time between the remote Indian Himalayas and San Diego, California.]]> 01 eng 192 00 192 03 OCC019000 VXA 2.1 10 HEA039140 10 SEL032000 20 ALZHEIMER’S;CAREGIVING;CAREGIVER BURNOUT;SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION;EGO SURRENDER;IDENTITY LOSS;DEMENTIA;MEMOIR;PERSONAL GROWTH;ACCEPTANCE;MINDFULNESS;HEALING;ELDERCARE;FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS;MYSTICAL WISDOM;ZEN KOANS;SPIRITUALITY;END-OF-LIFE CARE;COMPASSION;RESILIENCE;EMOTIONAL SUPPORT;SELF-CARE;PHILOSOPHY;AGING PARENTS;TRANSCENDENCE;FORGIVENESS;PRESENCE;CONSCIOUSNESS;GRIEF;HOPE;SUPPORT;WISDOM;LIFE LESSONS;NEURODEGENERATIVE DISEASE;MENTAL HEALTH;CAREGIVER SUPPORT;EMPATHY;CONNECTION;AWAKENING 93 VXA 93 VFJB6 01 01 01 02 Reimagining Alzheimer’s as a path to unexpected love, transformation, and sacred insight

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I never expected my mother’s disappearance into Alzheimer’s would become a spiritual awakening for both of us, writes Payson R. Stevens.

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Part memoir, part caregiving companion, and part spiritual meditation, The Wisdom of the Alzheimer’s Sage invites readers to see beyond the tragedy of dementia—to find beauty, insight, and even sacredness in one of life’s most difficult passages.]]> 13 02 Embracing Earth and Meshuggenary, he and his wife, the writer Kamla K. Kapur, divide their time between the remote Indian Himalayas and San Diego, California.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c5747688-62f0-44ef-9d76-b3f100360470 01 Park Street Press SIMO364 Park Street Press 01 01 Park Street Press SIMO364 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.401 lb 08 6.416 oz 08 181.89 gr 27 15 9798888504345 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 32.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888505120 02 03 9798888505120 14 19798888505127 15 9798888505120 11 PD Cards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>AstroTarot</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Astrological Key to the Arcana</Subtitle> 01 263966600 1 A01 Karen Díaz Díaz, Karen Karen Díaz 2 A12 Coni Curi Curi, Coni Coni Curi 01 eng 56 00 56 03 OCC024000 VXFC1 2.1 10 OCC002000 10 OCC005000 20 RIDER–WAITE–SMITH TAROT;GOLDEN DAWN;ASTROLOGICAL CORRESPONDENCES;MAJOR ARCANA;MINOR ARCANA;TAROT SPREADS;SHADOW MEANINGS;PENTACLES;CUPS;WANDS;SWORDS;ZODIAC SIGNS;PLANETARY RULERS;ASTROLOGY HOUSES;ASPECTS;PAMELA COLMAN SMITH;A E WAITE;HERMETIC ORDER;DIVINATION;TAROT DECK;GUIDEBOOK;ASTROLOGY TAROT;INTROSPECTION;SELF-INQUIRY;ESOTERIC WISDOM;OCCULT SYMBOLISM;TAROT PRACTICE;CONI CURI;KAREN DIAZ;CORRESPONDENCES;TAROT INTERPRETATIONS;SAMPLE SPREADS;SHADOW ASPECTS;GOLDEN DAWN ASTROLOGY 93 VXFC1 93 VXFA 93 VXF 01 01 01 02 A deck based on the astrological vision of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn

• Gives astrological correspondences for each card in the tarot, including planets, signs, and elements, as established by the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn

• Explains the symbolic meaning, interpretive range, and shadow aspect of each card for more nuanced readings

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The Rider–Waite–Smith deck was influenced by the Golden Dawn’s system of symbolic connections between the arcana, astrology, and Kabbalah. Using the structure and symbolism of the Rider–Waite–Smith system, astrologer and tarot reader Karen Díaz offers a deck highlighting the Golden Dawn’s original astrological correspondences.

The deck is a tribute to the often-overlooked contributions of Pamela Colman Smith. The illustrations, created by Coni Curi, are based on Smith’s vision. While rooted in the Golden Dawn system, the author invites you to explore these associations for yourself, encouraging a personal and evolving approach to tarot interpretation. Practices are included to support the development of contemplative and comparative skills through single-card and three-card spread practices.

With striking art by Coni Curi, each card includes astrological associations, symbolic analysis, and practical interpretations. Attention is given to the light and shadow aspects of each card. The guide explains the elemental relationships between the four suits, and the planetary and sign-based correspondences for the Major and Minor Arcana.

AstroTarot offers a structured foundation for understanding the interrelation of astrology and tarot and empowers readers to expand and deepen these correspondences.]]> 13 02 Karen Díaz is an astrologer and tarot reader who teaches tarot classes with a focus on symbolic correspondences and intuitive development. She is based in Argentina.

Coni Curi is an illustrator, graphic artist, and influencer with a deep interest in esotericism. She lives in Valencia, Spain.]]> 23 02 Introduction

The History of Tarot

One of the most popular theories suggests that the tarot originated from Eastern playing cards. Historical decrees prohibiting their use confirm that playing cards were already circulating in Europe by the late fourteenth century. Around 1450, the invention of the printing press enabled the widespread production of cards for gaming purposes, but it wasn’t until the eighteenth century that tarot became established as a tool for divination. In nineteenth-century France, occultism emerged as a movement devoted to reclaiming the study of various esoteric disciplines, including card decks.

In 1888, a magical group called the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn was founded in Great Britain. Its members dedicated themselves to the study and practice of Hermeticism, occultism, and metaphysics. They delved deeply into the connections between Kabbalah, astrology, and tarot. It was within this tradition that a system of symbolic correspondences was established—one that is still in use today to interlink these three mystical disciplines. Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Colman Smith were both members of this order. Together, they created the deck we now know as the Rider–Waite–Smith (RWS) Tarot. Pamela was the artist who brought its archetypes to life through illustration.

About AstroTarot

AstroTarot is a tribute to the illustrations of Pamela Colman Smith and seeks to recover the association between the arcana of the tarot and astrology that was established in the RWS deck. For this reason, we honor the numbering, the names, and the arrangement of the suits as proposed by the Hermetic tradition and preserved in that deck.

There is ongoing debate about whether the associations between tarot and astrology follow a coherent logic or are merely arbitrary. Some pairings seem evident—such as the Magician with Mercury—while others may appear more questionable, like Aries with the Emperor. We do not aim to endorse any orthodox theoretical stance. On the contrary, we seek to propose a starting point from which each reader may expand, deepen, or challenge these correspondences.

Astrological Affinities and Working with the Symbol

In the astrological affinities established by the Golden Dawn, the Major Arcana—which speak to transcendent and collective dynamics—are associated with planets, signs, and elements. The Minor Arcana, more grounded in earthly experience, are linked to the placement of planets within the zodiac signs. The Tower, for instance, is associated with Mars, while the Two of Wands corresponds to Mars in Aries.

The court cards serve as standard-bearers of the element represented by their suit: fire in Wands, water in Cups, air in Swords, and earth in Pentacles.

One of the core principles of AstroTarot is to resist a reductionist approach that confines the interpretation of each tarot card to a single astrological concept. As stated earlier, we treat the associations promoted by the Golden Dawn as a historical point of reference. We encourage each individual to explore these correspondences and uncover their own mystery within them. The most valuable outcome we can hope for from these connections between astrology and tarot is that they stir our questions, awaken our suspicions, and in doing so, ignite our intuition.

0. THE FOOL

Air • Exploratory Impulse

The Fool, like the element of air, is linked to experiences of multiplicity, movement, and chaos. This energy invites us to explore every possible relationship between the present and what is yet to come. At its highest expression, it embodies the ability to communicate and interweave diverse perspectives within group dynamics.

It is associated with Uranus, the planet that governs Aquarian energy and represents the pursuit of singular expression, creation, and new ideas. This is a state of pure innocence, attuned to the sudden, the unpredictable, and the eccentric. Much like Aquarius, the Fool can be part of a network—an agent for collective transformation.

In its shadow aspect, we may become ensnared in erratic behavior, an inability to commit, or a sense of disorientation. There is a risk of lingering on the margins or setting destructive actions into motion.

I. THE MAGICIAN

Mercury • The Magical Act of Creation

The god Mercury (Hermes to the Greeks) was the son of Zeus, ruler of Olympus, and Maia, a woodland nymph. For this reason, he bears the gift of being a messenger between heaven and earth. The Magician, too, is a mediator—but between the inner and outer worlds.

In astrology, Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo. Gemini learns through immediate interaction and brings forth new connections, though it can be fickle. The Magician is creative, expanding perception, yet he may make promises he does not fulfill. Virgo is known for its practicality and problem-solving skills—qualities that are also embodied in this card.

At the same time, the Magician, like Aries, carries an initiating energy—a channel for the power of life itself. But his work is with the word. He points to the sky with one hand and to the earth with the other. Through this gesture, he brings forth what is new.

II. THE HIGH PRIESTESS

Moon • Contemplate the Mystery of Life

The Moon, which rules Cancer, is linked to the maternal archetype. Like the High Priestess, Cancer speaks to the entrance into material life—the gestation process. It signals the first circle of belonging: the family clan. This allusion to origin can lead to a retreat into the familiar, to resistance, and withdrawal, much like the woman in the card when she appears in her stagnant form.

The High Priestess is also associated with Virgo, who knows how to nourish and works in harmony with nature’s cycles. She patiently accompanies the movements of life. Both archetypes invite a complete surrender to the act of caring. They embrace life’s paradoxes: light and darkness, life and death, good and evil.

Another possible connection is Neptune, which represents the divine and the mysterious within the human experience. In order to access the reflection of the spiritual within the material, one must withdraw. This retreat allows the deep voice within us to rise and be heard.

III. THE EMPRESS

Venus • Fertile Nature

The Empress and Venus surrender to life with passion. They speak to us of fertile nature, springtime, pleasure, and connection. Venus rules over Taurus and Libra. In Taurus, the Empress intuitively understands the organic rhythms of life. She embraces a sensual and conscious sexuality. In its shadow aspect, we may become trapped in comfort and greed.

In Libra, Venus reveals her most charming and diplomatic side. Sociability may be one of her gifts; she is a gracious hostess. Her challenge lies in resisting relationship or beauty standards that do not truly reflect who she is.

When her giving nature becomes excessive, the Empress reflects Venus in Pisces. She may also be associated with Venus in Leo, due to her authenticity and flamboyance. In this case, the risk is that she may seek to impose her own vision upon others.

IV. THE EMPEROR

Aries • Sustaining Beginnings

One is born an emperor—it is a divine design. Like Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, he is a leader. He is also a channel through which energy is brought into tangible form. The number four establishes a structure that brings order, balance, and support. It is also associated with Saturn, which represents the constructive dimension of life.

The Emperor could be envisioned as Saturn in Aries, a configuration that entails great responsibility from a young age, along with the confidence and assertiveness needed to build a structure that ensures well-being. The key is not to repress instinct, lest he become a rigid sovereign.

Mars is the ruler of Aries—the warrior who acts from desire. Both Mars and the Emperor reach their fullest expression through the energy of Capricorn, with the discipline and willpower to manifest their goals.

V. THE HIEROPHANT

Taurus • Interpreter of the Unknown

Taurus is the first connection to the material experience. It transmits the values and judgments necessary for the existence of form and life itself. The Hierophant represents the figure of one who imparts doctrine, like a teacher. Just like Taurus, this figure may also manifest rigidity, stubbornness, and a clinging to conservative narratives.

The fifth card of the Major Arcana is a communicator—a bridge between heaven and earth, an interpreter of the unknown. As with Sagittarius, he knows there is something beyond what the eyes can see, and he seeks that truth. Jupiter, ruler of Sagittarius, is the planet that connects us to faith. Like the Hierophant, it proclaims utopias worth surrendering ourselves to.

The challenge of this card is to avoid fanaticism, the abuse of power, and the presumption of an absolute truth.]]> 04 02
Major Arcana

Minor Arcana and
Court Cards

Practices

About the Author
and Illustrator]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b41bef32-40c8-4244-be6c-b3f100362ec7 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Destiny Books 01 01 Destiny Books SIMO347 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 5 in 01 127 mm 02 3 in 02 76.2 mm Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261123 20270112 02 32.99 AUD AU S 10.00 29.99 3.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 30.43 4.56 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888505274 02 03 9798888505274 14 19798888505271 15 9798888505274 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>La felicidad en la palma de tus manos</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>La</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>felicidad en la palma de tus manos</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>El poder transformador de la quiromancia védica</Subtitle> 01 263961533 1 A01 Ghanshyam Singh Birla Birla, Ghanshyam Singh Ghanshyam Singh Birla Love in the Palm of Your Hand and Magnet Therapy. He appeared on Good Morning America and The Canadian broadcasting Corporation. Dr. Birla established a 300-acre lakefront retreat in Cheneville, Quebec, which serves as an international facility for studies and services in palmistry, astrology, and Ayurvedic healing.]]> 2 A01 Guylaine Vallée Vallée, Guylaine Guylaine Vallée The Happy Palmist, she lives in Chénéville, Quebec, Canada.]]> 3 A02 Steve Erwin Erwin, Steve Steve Erwin 4 A23 Joni Patry Patry, Joni Joni Patry 01 spa 256 00 256 03 OCC017000 VXFJ 2.1 10 SEL016000 10 OCC011000 20 QUIROMANCIA VÉDICA;HAST JYOTISH;LECTURA DE MANOS;LÍNEAS DE LA PALMA;DESTINO;ATENCIÓN PLENA POSITIVA;CAMBIO DE CONDUCTA;VIBRACIONES ENERGÉTICAS;HUELLAS DE MANOS;LÍNEA DE LA VIDA;FELICIDAD;CHAKRAS;CINCO ELEMENTOS;SIGNOS EN LA PALMA;INTERPRETACIÓN DE LA PALMA;AUTOTRANSFORMACIÓN;ANÁLISIS DE LAS MANOS;KARMA;SANACIÓN ESPIRITUAL;TÉCNICAS DE QUIROMANCIA;DESARROLLO PERSONAL;SANACIÓN ENERGÉTICA;PERSPECTIVAS PSÍQUICAS;DESPERTAR ESPIRITUAL;BIENESTAR HOLÍSTICO;PRÁCTICAS DE ATENCIÓN PLENA;BIENESTAR EMOCIONAL;CLARIDAD MENTAL;CRECIMIENTO ESPIRITUAL;TRANSFORMACIÓN 93 VXFJ1 93 VSPM 93 VXH 01 01 01 02 Comprende tu pasado y forma tu futuro con quiromancia védica

• Descubre cómo las líneas y características de tus manos son un reflejo directo de tus pensamientos, actitudes y conductas, y cómo puedes transformarlas para crear tu destino

• Explora el significado de las diferentes líneas y signos en las palmas

• Examina huellas de manos de “antes” y “después” que muestran vidas transformadas a través de la quiromancia y las prácticas de consciencia plena, mantras y respiración consciente

En esta detallada guía sobre el arte y la ciencia de la quiromancia védica, (hast jyotish), los renombrados quirománticos-astrólogos Ghanshyam Singh Birla y Guylaine Vallée revelan cómo las líneas de nuestras reflejan pensamientos, conductas y energías, y cómo es posible cambiarlas para moldear nuestro destino. Al compartir contundentes casos de estudio que ilustran la conexión entre los cambios conductuales y las huellas modificadas en las manos, los autores nos enseñan cómo interpretar lo que nuestras palmas nos dicen acerca de dónde hemos estado, dónde estamos ahora y adónde somos capaces de ir.

Exploran el significado de las distintas líneas y signos de las palmas, incluso la correspondencia entre la Línea de la Vida y la felicidad, así como entre las líneas menores y la consciencia plena. Nos muestran que los cambios en la vibración energética, el karma y las relaciones se reflejan en nuestras manos, y nos explican como identificar los cinco elementos y los chakras en las palmas.

Al mostrar huellas de manos de antes y después, los autores señalan indicadores visibles de cambio positivo, incluidos los efectos de los mantras y de las técnicas de respiración en los signos de felicidad que aparecen con el tiempo. Con esta guía, no solo serás capaz de descubrir los bloqueos personales a la felicidad que se reflejan en tus manos, sino también los verás transformarse a medida que cambias tu mentalidad y das la bienvenida a una vida más positiva.]]> 13 02 Ghanshyam Singh Birla (1941–2024) fue un reconocido quiromántico-astrólogo védico. Fundador del Birla Vedic Center for Palmistry and Astrology y autor de varios libros, incluido Magnet Therapy.

Guylaine Vallée es una quiromántica-astróloga védica, presentadora de televisión y profesora en el Birla Center. Es autora de The Happy Palmist y vive en Chénéville, Quebec, Canadá.]]> 04 02
Reconocimientos

1 Manos felices para una vida feliz:
Conoce a Ghanshyam Singh Birla

2 La quiromántica feliz: Te presentamos a Guylaine Vallée

3 Conceptos básicos de la quiromancia védica

4 Tripliquemos nuestras probabilidades de ser felices:
La tríada Luna-Venus-Marte

5 La armonía de la coherencia corazón-cabeza

6 No olvidemos la función de la Línea de la Vida
en la felicidad

7 Dominemos nuestras energías internas:
Los elementos y los chakras

8 La consciencia plena y las líneas menores

9 Señales de felicidad y cómo hacerlas crecer

Bibliografía

Índice analítico

Sobre los autores]]> 08 02 “La felicidad en la palma de tus manos se destaca como una guía de autoridad en quiromancia védica que combina sabiduría ancestral con conocimientos prácticos para descubrir tu camino hacia la felicidad verdadera. Con décadas de experiencia, los autores brindan claridad, calidez y profundidad a este arte sagrado, logrando que conceptos complejos sean accesibles y significativos. Este libro es un viaje al autodescubrimiento y al gozo duradero. No pierdas la oportunidad de transformar tu vida a través de la poderosa guía que encontrarás en estas páginas”.]]> Shreekala Ram, astróloga védica y autora de Jaimini Astrology 08 02 Thom Hartmann, autor de TDAH y ADHD and the Edison Gene 08 02 Juliana Swanson, enfermera titulada, quiromántica, astróloga y decana académica del A 08 02 La felicidad en la palma de tus manos a cualquier persona”.]]> Joseph Selbie, autor de La física de Dios y The Physics of Miraculous Healing 08 02 Zide Mooni, doctor en medicina oriental y naturopatía, director fundador de Evolv Wellness and 08 02 “La felicidad en la palma de tus manos está escrito con claridad para estudiantes y practicantes profesionales por igual. Yo predigo que este libro será una piedra angular sólida para cualquier biblioteca sobre ciencias védicas”.]]> Dennis M. Harness, Ph. D., profesor emérito de the American College of Vedic Astrology y autor 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/2e314365-6361-41cd-b522-b3f100363423 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 ITI en Espanol 01 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 1.01 lb 08 16.16 oz 08 458.13 gr 27 15 9798888505281 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 29.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 02 32.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888505298 02 03 9798888505298 14 19798888505295 15 9798888505298 11 PD Cards <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Tarot del guerrero del amor</TitleText> <Subtitle>78 cartas y guía</Subtitle> 01 263961789 1 A01 Luna Marie Marie, Luna Luna Marie 2 A12 Lilia Danchenko Danchenko, Lilia Lilia Danchenko 01 spa 192 00 192 03 OCC024000 VXFC1 2.1 10 FAM029000 10 OCC019000 20 TAROT;TAROT DEL AMOR;ORIENTACIÓN PARA LAS RELACIONES;GUERRERO ESPIRITUAL INTERIOR;INTIMIDAD;CONEXIÓN;CONFIANZA;COMPROMISO;CRECIMIENTO ESPIRITUAL;AUTOCONSCIENCIA;DESARROLLO PERSONAL;ADIVINACIÓN;LECTURAS DE CARTAS;LECTURAS INVERTIDAS;PREGUNTAS DE SÍ O NO;SIGNOS REGENTES;ARCANOS MAYORES;ARCANOS MENORES;EL VIAJE DEL LOCO;EMPODERAMIENTO;CONFIANZA EN TI MISMO;OPTIMISMO;CONEXIONES SIGNIFICATIVAS;COACHING ESPIRITUAL;TRABAJO ENERGÉTICO;HABILIDADES PSÍQUICAS;CANALIZACIÓN;LECTURA INTUITIVA;EMPODERAMIENTO FEMENINO 93 VXFC1 93 VFVG 93 VXA 01 01 01 02 Activa códigos de consciencia de alta vibración para facilitar la sanación de tu cuerpo y mente

• Incluye 78 cartas con imágenes vibrantes que simbolizan las facetas del amor incluyendo la intimidad, la conexión, la confianza y el compromiso

• Fortalece a tu guerrero espiritual interior y te da un entendimiento de las dinámicas subyacentes en tus relaciones

• Ofrece significados para las cartas en posición vertical e invertida, interpretaciones para preguntas de sí o no, y los signos regentes de cada carta

El amor puede levantar nuestro ánimo, llenarnos de alegría y hacernos sentir invencibles. Sin embargo, también puede destrozar nuestro corazón y desequilibrarnos, dejándonos a la deriva. Es en estos momentos oscuros que necesitamos la ayuda de nuestro guerrero espiritual interior para reconstruir nuestra vida.

Este mazo de tarot ayuda a los lectores a navegar por las complejidades del amor y las relaciones con perspicacia, dándote el poder para afrontar nuevas experiencias con confianza y optimismo. Las veintidós etapas del viaje de El Loco, a través de los Arcanos Mayores, presentan el amor con imágenes vibrantes que simbolizan sus muchas facetas, incluyendo la intimidad, la conexión, la confianza y el compromiso. Emplear estas cartas en la adivinación aporta conocimientos para mejorar las relaciones y ayudan a lograr una comprensión más profunda de las dimensiones del amor. Además, las cartas revelan las dinámicas subyacentes de tus relaciones para poder fomentar conexiones más significativas. La guía ofrece significados para las lecturas con cartas en posición vertical e invertida, interpretaciones para preguntas de sí o no, y el signo regente para cada una de las 78 cartas. Este mazo te ayudará a desbloquear tu potencial para una comprensión y un crecimiento más profundos.

Ya sea que busques orientación para transformar tus relaciones, aumentar tu autoconsciencia o desarrollar más gracia y fortaleza, el Tarot del guerrero del amor es una poderosa herramienta para facilitar una transformación significativa.]]> 13 02
Lilia Danchenko es una ilustradora rusa cuyo portafolio creativo incluye imágenes digitales para cartas, libros, revistas y carteles.]]> 04 02 Entendiendo el tarot
Cómo leer las cartas
Cartas de la corte
Numerología
Lunas
Planetas
Tiradas

Los arcanos mayores

Los arcanos menores
El palo de bastos
El palo de copas
El palo de espadas
El palo de oros

La creadora
La artista]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1e5eb497-77d2-4921-aa9f-b3f100363677 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 ITI en Espanol 01 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 5.5 in 01 139.7 mm 02 3.4 in 02 86.36 mm 03 1.7 in 03 43.18 mm 08 0.845 lb 08 13.52 oz 08 383.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 36 02 32.99 AUD AU S 10.00 29.99 3.00 20260910 02 34.99 NZD NZ S 15.00 30.43 4.56 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888505335 02 03 9798888505335 14 19798888505332 15 9798888505335 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Alquimia de las nueve dimensiones</TitleText> <Subtitle>Cómo despertar el espectro completo de tu consciencia</Subtitle> 01 263961579 1 A01 Barbara Hand Clow Clow, Barbara Hand Barbara Hand Clow The Pleiadian Agenda, Alchemy of Nine Dimensions, Awakening the Planetary Mind, Astrology and the Rising of Kundalini, and The Mayan Code. She has taught at sacred sites throughout the world and maintains an astrological web site, www.HandClow2012.com]]> 2 A02 Gerry Clow Clow, Gerry Gerry Clow 3 A23 Judith Corvin-Blackburn Corvin-Blackburn, Judith Judith Corvin-Blackburn 3 3rd Edition, Edición del 20 aniversario 01 spa 320 00 320 03 OCC014000 VXA 2.1 10 SCI057000 10 OCC012000 20 CONSCIENCIA;MECÁNICA CUÁNTICA;PLEYADIANOS;CÍRCULOS DE CULTIVO;CENTRO GALÁCTICO;ANÁLISIS DIMENSIONAL;ALQUIMIA;SABIDURÍA ESOTÉRICA;SITIOS SAGRADOS;FÍSICA NEWTONIANA;PROYECTO BLUE BRAIN;ASTROLOGÍA;CALENDARIO MAYA;ENSEÑANZAS CEREMONIALES;CIENCIA TRANSDIMENSIONAL;ACCESO ESPIRITUAL;MONTES BUCEGI;TECNOLOGÍA DE TRANSILVANIA;SONDA CÓSMICA;BARBARA HAND CLOW;GERRY CLOW;JUDITH CORVIN-BLACKBURN;MISTICISMO;TECNOLOGÍA ANTIGUA;VÍA EXPERIENCIAL;EXPANSIÓN DE LA MENTE;DESENCADENANTES DEL GENIO;REMEMORACIÓN;SABIDURÍA DE VANGUARDIA 93 VXA 93 PHQ 93 VXW 93 QRVK2 01 01 01 02 Guía para conectar con las nueve dimensiones de la consciencia

• Examina la manera como cada dimensión influye en la Tierra, en sus niveles de expresión creativa y en las ciencias que las describen

• Ofrece meditaciones para abrirnos a la experiencia de cada dimensión y a las nueve dimensiones como un todo integrado

• Incluye nueva evidencia de las nueve dimensiones de la supercomputadora Blue Brain Project (Cerebro Azul), así como tecnología antigua recientemente descubierta

Como lo revelaran los pleyadianos a través de Barbara Hand Clow, la Tierra tiene nueve dimensiones de consciencia a las que podemos acceder actualmente. Hace mucho tiempo, nuestra capacidad de accederlas era natural. A medida que nos curamos colectivamente del trauma ancestral y entramos en la Era de la Luz, el acceso a estas nueve dimensiones se reapertura y restaura nuestra capacidad de aprender y utilizar estas inteligencias superiores en nuestras vidas.

Barbara Hand Clow demuestra cómo las nueve dimensiones de la consciencia estan siendo avaladas por la ciencia contemporánea y detalla que la primera dimensión es el centro de la Tierra y la fuente de conexión con ella; la segunda está entre el centro de la Tierra y la superficie; la tercera es el espacio y el tiempo lineales en la corteza terrestre; la cuarta es el reino de nuestra mente colectiva; y en las cinco dimensiones celestiales superiores nos contactamos con lo trascendente. Clow examina el impacto de cada dimensión en nuestro planeta, en las ciencias y en los niveles de expresión creative mientras que Gerry Clow aporta meditaciones escritas y en audio (en texto y audio) para abrirnos a cada dimensión por separado y a las nueve dimensiones como un todo integrado.

En esta edición del vigésimo aniversario, Clow incluye actualizaciones de su investigación en curso y las evidencias de la supercomputadora Blue Brain Project (Cerebro Azul) que mapeó las nueve dimensiones en el cerebro humano. También detalla cómo los descubrimientos recientes de tecnología antigua reflejan el sistema dimensional pleyadiano. Esta guía nos permite despertar al espectro completo de la consciencia multidimensional y conectarnos profundamente con el centro de nuestro planeta y el cosmos divino, mientras viajamos a través de ideas complejas, tanto de la ciencia moderna como de la sabiduría esotérica.]]> 13 02 Barbara Hand Clow es una renombrada astróloga, maestra ceremonial, autora e investigadora del calendario maya. Sus numerosas obras incluyen La agenda pleyadiana, El despertar de la mente planetaria, El código maya y su reciente trilogía ficticia: Revelations of the Ruby Crystal, Revelations of the Aquarian Age y Revelations from the Source.

Gerry Clow, su esposo, es terapeuta craneosacral registrado y practicante de polaridad certificado. Durante más de tres décadas, Gerry y Barbara han enseñado a miles de estudiantes a navegar por las nueve dimensiones para llevar vidas plenas y conscientes. Los autores viven en Santa Fe, Nuevo México.]]> 04 02 Prólogo por Judith Corvin-Blackburn, licenciada en Trabajo Social Clínico y doctora en Ministerio

Introducción de Barbara: Historia de las transmisiones
pleyadianas

Activaciones de la cosmología pleyadiana: 1995 a 2012 • Cómo perdimos nuestra multidimensionalidad • La aparición de los círculos en las cosechas • El eje vertical de la consciencia • El proyecto Cerebro Azul • Mística transilvana

Introducción de Gerry: La misión del sanador

PRIMERA PARTE
Las nueve dimensiones

UNO
La primera dimensión: El cristal del núcleo de hierro
en el centro de la Tierra
El centro de la Tierra según la ciencia • La ciencia de la primera dimensión • Entrando en el cristal del núcleo de hierro

DOS
La segunda dimensión: El mundo telúrico
La historia de la humanidad al ser entrenada para temer a la Tierra • Reconectando con la segunda dimensión • La ciencia de la segunda dimensión

TRES
La tercera dimensión: Espacio y tiempo lineales
Las siete direcciones sagradas y la construcción de un altar • Cómo mantener la integridad física en la 3D: La ciencia de la tercera dimensión • Vivir en el tiempo lunar • Las seis polaridades en la Rueda de los Doce

CUATRO
La cuarta dimensión: El mundo de los mitos y arquetipos
El mundo astral y los niveles divinos de la cuarta dimensión • El dosel de luz de la cuarta dimensión • La ciencia de la cuarta dimensión • La vida en una galleta Oreo • Dualidades y polaridades • Los nefilim y la zarza ardiente • La lente de poder de la cuarta dimensión

CINCO
La quinta dimensión: Samadhi y los pleyadianos
Tradición estelar y orgasmos • La ciencia de la quinta dimensión • Los laberintos como la forma de caminar por las dimensiones superiores • El fin de los tiempos y Platonia

SEIS
La sexta dimensión: Geometría sagrada y Platonia
Cómo existe nuestro cuerpo en la sexta dimensión • Yoga • Altares personales y tu ka • La ciencia de la sexta dimensión • Chamanes, ADN y biofotones • Geografía sagrada y la Rueda de los Doce • La astrología y la sexta dimensión

SIETE
La séptima dimensión: Autopistas galácticas de la luz
La ciencia de la séptima dimensión • Cimática • La teoría de supercuerdas y una velocidad variable de la luz • Bandas sonoras de la Edad de Piedra y los creadores de música megalítica • Carnac como un gran sismógrafo

OCHO
La octava dimensión: La Mente Divina
El negocio de Estados Unidos son los negocios • La ciencia de la octava dimensión • El colapso de las pirámides en el Nuevo Orden Mundial • La manifestación • La Luna refleja nuestros sentimientos • El Sol dirige nuestras intenciones

NUEVE
La novena dimensión: El hoyo negro en el centro
de la Vía Láctea
El calendario maya y la fusión interdimensional • La ciencia de la novena dimensión • El hoyo negro de la Vía Láctea • La onda de tiempo del calendario maya: desde 16 400 millones de años atrás hasta el 2011 d. C. • Enseñanza de la aceleración del tiempo y las nueve dimensiones • Uso de la aceleración del tiempo durante la finalización del calendario maya • La cuarentena de la Tierra en el universo terminó en el año 2011 d. C. • Ondas de tiempo y bombardeo de rayos gamma

SEGUNDA PARTE
Experimentando las nueve dimensiones

DIEZ
Los círculos en las cosechas y las nueve dimensiones
Convergencia armónica: 16 y 17 de agosto de 1987 • Cómo se forman los círculos en las cosechas • La cúpula de luz y el druida • Más sobre la convergencia armónica

ONCE
Comunicándonos con los Hacedores de Círculos
Castillo de Barbury (1991) • Los pleyadianos y los Hacedores de Círculos • El modelo de nueve dimensiones y los Hacedores de Círculos • Los fractales de Koch y el poder de la Mente Divina

DOCE
Viviendo las nueve dimensiones, por Gerry Clow
Estabilizarte • Meditación de nueve dimensiones • Cómo experimentar las dimensiones a través de tus cuatro cuerpos • Más meditaciones de nueve dimensiones • Exploración de la dimensión de origen • Reconocimiento de las dimensiones vecinas y las dimensiones pares e impares • Correlación de las dimensiones con los chakras • Reconocimiento de las dimensiones que se abren en tus relaciones • Reconocimiento de las dimensiones que se abren en tu lugar de trabajo • Aplicaciones prácticas de la consciencia de las nueve dimensiones

Descargas digitales y estudios adicionales

Agradecimientos

Glosario

Notas

Bibliografía

Listado de ilustraciones

Índice analítico

Acerca de los autores]]> 08 02 Alquimia de las nueve dimensiones sigue siendo la piedra de toque para describir nuestro despliegue cósmico como especie bajo la nueva luz y frecuencias que activan nuestro reino y experiencia. Sería difícil acceder a un trabajo más completo sobre los temas más importantes de nuestros tiempos. ¡Hay que leer y releer este impresionante trabajo de una verdadera e inigualable maestra visionaria! Alguien a quien cuento como mentora y amiga”.]]> Joshua Reichmann, autor de The Realized Light of the Twelve Dimensions 08 02 Alquimia de las nueve dimensiones es la guía definitiva sobre cómo orientarte en la Tierra mientras vives simultáneamente en nueve dimensiones y creas una vida plena. Barbara Hand Clow ha hecho un trabajo fantástico al explicar la descarga espiritual de los pleyadianos, la cual está científicamente respaldada por la investigación y valida el conocimiento de los canalizadores de todo el mundo. Las meditaciones de Gerry Clow convierten el conocimiento en una experiencia práctica, animándonos a embarcarnos en un viaje de consciencia multidimensional. Este libro es atemporal”.]]> Eva Márquez, autora de Activate Your Cosmic DNA 08 02 Nicholas E. Brink, Ph. D., autor de Ecstatic Soul Retrieval 08 02 Matthew Wood, autor de A Shamanic Herbal 08 02 Whitley Strieber, autor de Comunión 08 02 Freddy Silva, autor de The Lost Art of Resurrection 08 02 Richard Gerber, M.D., autor de La curación vibracional 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/cb60dd87-ddba-415b-b713-b3f100363b4e 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 ITI en Espanol 01 01 ITI en Espanol SIMO354 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.7 in 03 17.78 mm 08 1.26 lb 08 20.16 oz 08 571.53 gr 27 15 9798888505342 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 33.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 33.99 0.00 20260910 02 35.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 35.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798888506011 02 03 9798888506011 14 19798888506018 15 9798888506011 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Quantum Healing for Animals</TitleText> <Subtitle>Supporting Your Pet Energetically with Gentle Touch</Subtitle> 01 263961266 1 A01 Christiane Krieg Krieg, Christiane Christiane Krieg 01 eng 128 00 128 03 PET004000 WNGD 2.1 10 OCC011000 10 PET000000 20 QUANTUM HEALING FOR ANIMALS;ENERGY HEALING FOR PETS;ANIMAL COMMUNICATION;PET CHAKRA BALANCING;TWO-POINT TECHNIQUE;MORPHIC FIELD;OBSERVER EFFECT;DISTANT HEALING FOR ANIMALS;HANDS-ON HEALING FOR PETS;HOLISTIC PET CARE;ENERGETIC ANIMAL HEALING;SHAMANIC ANIMAL HEALING;PET TRAUMA RECOVERY;ANIMAL ANXIETY HEALING;END-OF-LIFE PET CARE;HUMAN ANIMAL BOND;CONSCIOUS PET PARENTING;ANIMAL ENERGY MEDICINE;BREATHWORK FOR PETS;INTUITIVE PET HEALING 93 WNGD 93 VXH 93 WNG 01 01 01 02 A practical guide to energetic animal healing using quantum dynamics

• Offers 35 step-by-step applications for hands-on and remote healing, including chakra balancing and breathwork

• Explains the two-point technique to harmonize your animal’s energy field

• Integrates reflective practices to deepen the human-animal bond

ANIMALS ARE HIGHLY SENSITIVE, and their systems respond quickly to shifts in their physical energy and environment. Whether they feel anxious, unwell, or act out of character, subtle energetic support can make a positive difference for them.

In this guide, Christiane Krieg introduces a simple yet powerful approach to animal wellness that blends quantum field principles, shamanic insight, and practical energy medicine. Through focused intention, energy patterns can realign across time and space, activating an animal’s natural capacity for self-healing. At the heart of this method is the two-point technique, which intentionally connects the animal’s current state with a desired state of health and balance within the quantum field.

Discover 35 practical healing applications, including energetic protection, nutritional balancing, and harmonizing multi-animal households. Using tools such as conscious intention, affirmations, and meditation, this guide addresses life challenges in animals—from anxiety and chronic conditions to trauma recovery and end-of-life transitions. Step into a more conscious, compassionate partnership with your animal companions as you develop intuitive awareness—and become an active participant in their healing journey.]]> 13 02 23 02 PART ONE

QUANTUM FIELD HARMONIZATION

WHAT IS QUANTUM FIELD HARMONIZATION?

Quantum field harmonization works on the informational level, within an energy field that surrounds us all. While the theory behind it might seem daunting at first glance, putting it into practice is surprisingly straightforward, quick, and perfectly suited for everyday life. My advice: take the plunge and experience it for yourself—it’s absolutely worth it!

I’m not a physicist, and I don’t intend to take you on a deep dive into quantum mechanics here. Instead, I want to give you a basic sense of where this alternative method comes from, and the thought processes that underpin it.

The word “quantum” comes from Latin and essentially means “how much” or “how great.” In physics, it’s used to describe the smallest measurable units in the realm of matter’s tiniest particles. These particles are in constant interaction, exchanging energy in ways that can be measured—even at absolute zero, the point at which, according to classical models, everything should come to a standstill.

The quest to understand the fundamental building blocks of the universe is hardly a new one. The ancient Greeks were already pondering what matter is truly made of at its core, and how these basic particles, along with light and energy, behave and spread. These questions are always intertwined with the search for the intersection between matter, energy, consciousness, and the soul.

The bridge from experimental findings to the concept of quantum healing is built on a surprising result from the famous double-slit experiment: When we observe the measurement of photons, their behavior changes. This is known as the “observer effect.” If light passes through two slits and is then detected, it creates an interference pattern—behaving like a wave. But if we measure which slit each photon passes through, we see only two bands of light. In this case, light behaves as particles. The act of observation causes the probabilities to collapse, and the quantum world “freezes” into a definite state. It’s as if the elements are communicating with each other and somehow know they’re being watched.

The world at the tiniest scale is utterly different from our everyday reality. Ultimately, matter and energy are just different expressions of something we might call pure information. The universe is a single organism made up of interconnected energy fields. Nothing exists in isolation—everything is in communication.

The essential idea behind quantum field harmonization is that, by directing our attention in a focused way, we can bring about positive transformation in our world. Put another way: consciousness creates reality. This idea is rooted in the notion that our thoughts, emotions, and actions are constantly shaping our environment and molding reality itself. We send these influences out into space, into the ether, where they interact as information. In the same way, we can use our focus—our intention—to direct our consciousness toward a solution or to reconnect with the Source.

This method works deliberately with the informational level—the quantum layer of the body–mind–soul system. By focusing attention on specific energy or information patterns and setting a clear intention, self-healing processes are stimulated. In this way, both body and soul can return to a state of harmony and balance through the influx of new information.

A key technique here is the act of remembering the original state—a kind of primordial blueprint. This is awakened by synchronizing, or energetically “entangling,” two fields with each other.

What sets this approach apart from other energetic methods is its emphasis on the informational level. The premise is that everything that exists—including our bodies—can ultimately be reduced to energy and information at its most fundamental level. If everything is energy and information, then it can be influenced and restored to wholeness through the targeted direction of consciousness.

Even though the direct causal link between quantum physics and this energetic healing method may not yet be fully established in scientific circles, a wealth of anecdotal evidence points to striking results. Since Frank Kinslow popularized quantum healing in the late 1980s, an ever-growing number of people have been inspired by the possibilities this method offers.

Everything is interconnected; there are no isolated systems. Everything we perceive is the result of a quantum field, and all interactions—whether between people, animals, or objects—occur via these quantum fields.

Our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs have energetic effects and can influence our physical and emotional states across any distance. You might imagine a quantum field as a vibrating, pulsating web of energy, where our intention—our conscious focus—can bring two points into resonance, creating a connection between them.

This idea is hardly new. It’s woven through the spiritual traditions of shamanism, the beliefs of Indigenous peoples, and the teachings of the Vedas and Buddhism. For those who walk these paths, it’s a given—all of Creation is alive, infused with a divine spark, and humans can communicate with everything that exists.

Perhaps it’s this divine spark—a primordial force—that has permeated and connected all things since the dawn of time. Call it God, the Creator, the primordial matrix, or whatever name feels right to you.

My years of experience, along with the thousands of affirming responses I’ve received from animal and soul communication sessions, have shown me that extrasensory communication between living beings works—across any distance.

This connection can be directed by my intention and focus. I can transmit the memory of highest well-being, of the original state of wholeness, as information into any quantum field. This state is beyond space and time. It is the primal information from which we came, to which we will return, and with which we can connect at any moment.

Back in the 1980s, British biologist Rupert Sheldrake introduced the concept of the “morphic field.” According to his hypothesis, there exists an energetic, nonphysical field that shapes the growth, structure, and behavior of organisms. These fields, in a sense, store collective memories or patterns that guide the unfolding of nature. In other words—living beings are shaped not only by genetic information, but also by an invisible, form-giving field.

Take, for example, the idea that similar species are linked through their shared past experiences. This field holds a kind of “memory” that influences how an organism develops. Sheldrake’s theory has sparked heated debate and criticism in scientific circles, as there is still no definitive proof for the existence of morphic fields. Yet his approach has captured the imagination of people in esoteric circles, as well as in biology and psychology. It remains a speculative hypothesis, but one that offers an alternative lens through which to view nature and evolution—and one that’s well worth considering.]]> 04 02 Preface

Introduction

PART ONE
QUANTUM FIELD HARMONIZATION

What Is Quantum Field Harmonization?

The Two-Point Method: The Technique of
Quantum Field Harmonization

Your Issue Hand and Your Solution Hand

The Current State, or Issue Point

The Desired State, or Solution Point

The Goal of Quantum Field Harmonization

The Three Pillars of Quantum Field Harmonization

FIRST PILLAR: Intention, Affirmation,
Acceptance – It Is Resolved

SECOND PILLAR: Synchronization

THIRD PILLAR: Pure Consciousness, Emptiness of Thought,
and Letting Go

Practical Guidance

How Long Does a Session Take?

How Often Should Quantum Field
Harmonization Be Practiced?

Can You Receive Psychic Information
During a Harmonization Session?

What Can Interfere with Quantum Field Harmonization?

Ethical Awareness, Consent, and Proper Timing

Your Animal as a Mirror of Yourself

Combining Quantum Field
Harmonization with Other Methods

Quantum Field Harmonization Journal

Relaxed Breathing

Keep It Light!

PART TWO
35 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF
QUANTUM FIELD HARMONIZATION

The Two-Point Method Using the Palms of Your Hands

Quantum Field Harmonization Using Pure Intention

Harmony and Relaxation

The Calm Breath

The Pure State of Consciousness

Yes/No Exercise

Heart Space Exercise

Chakra Balancing

Harmonizing a Stressful Situation

Hands-On Quantum Field Harmonization

Fostering the Human–Animal Bond

Allergies and Chronic Illnesses

Transmitting the Information of Minerals and Vitamins

Soul Retrieval for Your Animal

Harmonizing and Cleansing Spaces

Transforming Limiting Beliefs into Positive Ones

Harmonization Through Different Incarnations

Energetic Protection for Your Animal

Supporting Your Animal Through Grief

Welcoming a New Animal to the Family

Support for Separation Anxiety

Setting the Stage for Harmony Ahead of an Event

Clearing Anesthesia Energetically

Preventing Scars

Energetic Realignment of the Spine

Peace and Security During Fireworks and Thunderstorms

Tuning the Quantum Field for Abundance

Harmony in a Multi-Pet Household

Healing Primal Fears

Separation from and Cleansing of Foreign Energies

When a Pet Goes Missing

Companionship at the Threshold:
Easing the Final Transition

Journey to the Creative Source

Constellation Work with Quantum Field Harmonization

The Treasury of God

Afterword

Acknowledgments

Bibliography

Image Credits About the Author

Afterword]]> 08 02 JOAN RANQUET, animal communicator, founder of Communication with all Life University, and author of 08 02 KIRA KLENKE, PhD, life coach, certified NLP trainer, and author of The Miracle Problem Solver 08 02 YVONNE MENSE, hypnotherapy coach, medium, and healer 08 02 Quantum Healing for Animals is easy to use—even for people with no prior knowledge. You have healing abilities—let yourself be inspired!”]]> SUSANNE ORRÙ-BENTERBUSCH, animal naturopath and author of books on animal health 08 02 “Quantum Healing for Animals is an invaluable tool for all who love animals, for those of us who have joined our lives with an animal’s, and especially anyone working with animals. Step by step, it offers specific formulas for any of the problems our pets encounter on their lives’ journeys, then shows just how to employ the energy of Spirit (read: love) to help and heal these beautiful four-legged and winged creatures we love. It is a must-read for all beginner and advanced animal communicators.”]]> JJ FLOWERS, screenwriter, meditation teacher, and author of The Spiritual Dog 08 02 Quantum Healing for Animals is clearly structured and offers many exercises for immediate application. The combination of theory and practice makes this book truly unique. Thank you so much for this treasure!”]]> PHILIPP FEICHTINGER, BEd, naturopath, hypotherapist, Reiki practitioner, and author of health books 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/fdf79e5a-438e-414a-b191-b3f10036402c 01 Findhorn Press SIMO562 Findhorn Press 01 01 Findhorn Press SIMO562 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.267 lb 08 4.272 oz 08 121.11 gr 27 15 9798888506028 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20270112 02 26.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 26.99 0.00 20260910 02 29.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 29.99 0.00 20260910 Inner Traditions/Bear & Company AU 01 20270112 9798891881235 02 03 9798891881235 14 19798891881232 15 9798891881235 11 BB B501 Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Need It, Don't Want It</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Business Lessons No One Asks for, No One Tells You, but Everyone Needs</Subtitle> 01 273159281 1 A01 Jay Avigdor Avigdor, Jay Jay Avigdor JAY AVIGDOR is a fintech entrepreneur and CEO of Velocity Capital Group.]]> 01 eng 208 00 208 03 BUS025000 10 BUS107000 10 BUS071000 20 business growth strategies;scaling a startup;entrepreneurial mindset;overcoming business failure;founder journey;high-growth entrepreneurship 93 KJH 93 VSC 93 KJMB 01 01 01 02 The real business lessons don’t come with a manual—until now.

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Encourage, empower, and coach others in a way that brings out their best

Leave a legacy defined not by titles or trophies, but by the lives they impact and the leaders they develop

For anyone who leads—at work, at home, or anywhere in between—The Magic of Leadership is both a practical guide and a powerful reminder: great leadership is not a position you hold. It’s a life you live, one decision at a time.]]> 13 02 PAT WILLIAMS was one of the most influential executives in the history of professional sports. As cofounder and senior vice president of the Orlando Magic, he helped build a franchise that became one of the NBA’s most recognized brands. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he authored more than 130 books, delivered thousands of motivational speeches, and adopted fourteen children—living out the leadership principles he taught.

KARYN WILLIAMS, bestselling author Pat Williams's eldest daughter, is a Billboard-recognized Christian recording artist, speaker, nine-time marathoner, and certified health coach. She has toured nationally with artists including Michael W. Smith, Mandisa, Third Day and Chonda Pierce. Karyn completed the book The Magic of Leadership]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/fdd7014c-678b-4737-941b-b46d0024162f 01 Advantage Books SIMN649 Advantage Books 01 01 Advantage Books SIMN649 Advantage Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.919 lb 08 14.704 oz 08 416.85 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Advantage Media AU 01 20270112 9798891886407 02 03 9798891886407 14 19798891886404 15 9798891886407 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Faster Than You at 60</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Inspiring Backstories of the Fastest Masters Athletes in the World</Subtitle> 01 272096885 1 A01 Graham Broyd Broyd, Graham Graham Broyd GRAHAM BROYD is a British-American businessman, writer, and athlete. Born in Dorking, England, he went to school in Bedford and then Liverpool, before taking two gap years working and hitchhiking around Europe. In 1978, he went to Birmingham University to study International Relations.

After graduation, Graham started a career in international banking, with his primary purposes being to travel and earn some money—in that order of priority. His first assignments were to New York and the Republic of Panama. Graham spent almost forty years in banking, his time mostly split between New York and London, before retiring in 2024. He was a CEO of the North American businesses of the Royal Bank of Scotland and Mr. Fix-It when the bank encountered existential problems after the global financial crisis in 2008. Graham published his first book, The Panama Canal Treaties: The diplomacy and economics behind the treaty that changed the international order, in 2024.

After his retirement, Graham found his writing voice. A lifetime storyteller, Graham wanted to write down the twenty hitchhiking stories he had told for more than forty years from his original trip to America in 1980. On hearing the stories, friends had always encouraged him to write his story. And so he did.]]> 01 eng 360 00 360 03 SPO046000 10 BIO016000 10 HEA049000 20 Masters track and field;Active aging inspiration;Running;High-intensity training;Athlete redemption stories;Healthy aging mindset;Longevity 93 SHB 93 DNBS 98 5L 98 5L 01 01 01 02 It’s never too late to be world-class.

Faster Than You at 60 shares the inspiring true stories of twenty elite Masters sprinters who became national and world champions decades after their supposed athletic prime.

These athletes did not make the Olympics when they were young. Many faced lack of opportunity, injury, life choices, or financial hardship. Yet in their 60s, 70s, and beyond, they returned to competition—and found speed, purpose, and joy.

Grounded in research on high-intensity training and aging, this narrative nonfiction book reveals the powerful mental and physical rewards of competing later in life.

Inside, you will discover:

Stories of redemption and second chances

The mental benefits of disciplined training

How competition builds purpose and camaraderie

Why peak performance does not have an expiration date

This book is for former athletes, active adults, and anyone entering a new chapter who wants renewed energy and meaning.

Your best race may still be ahead of you.]]> 13 02 GRAHAM BROYD is a British-American businessman, writer, and athlete. Born in Dorking, England, he went to school in Bedford and then Liverpool, before taking two gap years working and hitchhiking around Europe. In 1978, he went to Birmingham University to study International Relations.

After graduation, Graham started a career in international banking, with his primary purposes being to travel and earn some money—in that order of priority. His first assignments were to New York and the Republic of Panama. Graham spent almost forty years in banking, his time mostly split between New York and London, before retiring in 2024. He was a CEO of the North American businesses of the Royal Bank of Scotland and Mr. Fix-It when the bank encountered existential problems after the global financial crisis in 2008. Graham published his first book, The Panama Canal Treaties: The diplomacy and economics behind the treaty that changed the international order, in 2024.

After his retirement, Graham found his writing voice. A lifetime storyteller, Graham wanted to write down the twenty hitchhiking stories he had told for more than forty years from his original trip to America in 1980. On hearing the stories, friends had always encouraged him to write his story. And so he did.]]> 08 02 — Malcolm Gladwell
#1 New York Times bestselling author, Tipping Point, Outliers, and David and Goliath; host, Revisionist History; Masters runner

“Being THE fastest is not always possible. Being YOUR fastest is. It doesn’t matter what age you start, that goal is always achievable.

I have loved track since I was 12 years old, watching John Carlos and Tommie Smith sprint at the Olympics in 1968. I ran through high school—10.3 for 100 yards, and college—10.3 for 100 meters! But it was not until I retired from my NFL career that I realized how much I loved—and needed—the sport. Billy ‘White Shoes’ Johnson invited me to a Masters meet in Dallas. I was like, 'Wow, what is this?'

I went on to compete for twenty years with and against these incredible athletes. I loved their passion, the camaraderie, and knowing the sacrifices we were all making to be our best. Reading Graham's stories of these remarkable athletes today, is an affirmation of what we do—and a joy.”
— James Lofton
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver; broadcaster; NCAA college sprinter and long jump champion; Masters track athlete

"For too long, the narrative of aging has been one of slowing down. Graham flips that script, offering compelling case studies of individuals who have found a profound new sense of purpose through competition. It’s a powerful reminder that becoming an athlete at sixty or older isn't just about health—it’s about adding a vital new layer to who you are.

We need to stop asking what is 'age-appropriate' and start focusing on what is person-appropriate. Graham’s stories are a masterclass in breaking through the self-imposed barriers that hold so many back in their sixties and seventies and beyond. This book delivers the visual and literal proof that our most competitive and vibrant days aren't behind us—they are waiting for us on the track."
— Michael Clinton
Former President of Hearst Magazines; founder & CEO of ROAR Forward, a platform dedicated to the "New Longevity" movement; author of the best-selling book ROAR: Into the Second Half of Your Life (Before It's Too Late); Masters runner

“Graham’s writing provides a remarkable testament to what I have practiced my whole life: that a commitment to fitness is about joy and perseverance. Through his gifted storytelling, he shares the incredible journeys of athletes who prove that it’s not just about winning, but about having the passion to keep competing and jumping at any age. Faster Than You at 60 gives profound insight into the resilience required to stay fast, and is a must-read for anyone looking to surprise themselves—later-in-life.”
— Willie Banks
Two-time Olympian, Triple Jump World Record Holder; USATF Board member; Masters World Champion]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5c6f901a-6160-4a8b-89a5-b4730025d9a9 01 Advantage Books SIMN649 Advantage Books 01 01 Advantage Books SIMN649 Advantage Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.752 lb 08 12.032 oz 08 341.1 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Advantage Media AU 01 20270112 9798893312034 02 03 9798893312034 14 19798893312031 15 9798893312034 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>How to Save the Media</TitleText> 01 261865341 1 A01 Hamish McKenzie McKenzie, Hamish Hamish McKenzie Insane Mode, a critically acclaimed book on Tesla and the electric-car revolution, and previously served as Tesla’s lead writer. Originally from New Zealand, he writes widely on technology, culture, and the future of media.]]> 01 eng 176 00 176 03 SOC052000 JFD 2.1 10 TEC052000 10 BUS070060 20 media; social media; algorithms; technology; tech trends; digital economy; creator economy; content creators; online creators; influencers; newsletter; Substack; audience building; online business; entrepreneurship; future of work; future of technology; digital culture; media bias; misinformation; disinformation; polarization; culture wars; online communities; attention economy; platform power; Facebook; TikTok; Instagram; YouTube creators; podcasting; digital marketing; internet trends; media industry; big tech; digital transformation; innovation; disruption; future trends; technology and society; cultural change; modern culture; media collapse; journalism; news industry; independent media; decentralization; free speech; public discourse; civic engagement; AI and media; information overload; digital minimalism; productivity; online influence; creator tools; subscription business; online revenue; monetization; startup culture; Silicon Valley; tech industry 93 JB 93 JBF 93 KNT 01 01 01 02 A clear-eyed examination of why modern media lost public trust—and what it will take to earn it back.

Social networks tore apart a media industry that had taken two hundred years to build, swapping broadsheets and broadcasts for algorithms and addiction feeds. Now what?

The media is in chaos even though its fundamental job hasn’t changed. The demand is still there: people still crave great stories and robust reporting. And there’s no shortage of supply: there are more creators than ever. But the old models built to connect the supply and demand no longer work.

As a young journalist, Hamish McKenzie knew the ground he was stepping onto was already shaky, and that was even before he worked for and then tangled with Elon Musk. When he teamed up with Chris Best and Jairaj Sethi to found Substack, he believed that new infrastructure and new business models could usher in an era where independent voices have power and audiences have a say.

In How to Save the Media, we get to ride along, witness to an industry in metamorphosis. We’re there at the Hotel Chelsea, barside with whiskey-drinking legends of newsrooms past. We’re there at Cannes Lions, where sweating ad executives on luxury yachts are busy divvying up the very revenue that once kept newsrooms alive.

And we’re there as pioneers of the new creator economy wrestle with the promises and pitfalls of what they’ve built.]]> 13 02 Insane Mode, a critically acclaimed book on Tesla and the electric-car revolution, and previously served as Tesla’s lead writer. Originally from New Zealand, he writes widely on technology, culture, and the future of media.]]> 08 02 Lena Dunham, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Famesick 08 02 "How to Save the Media is a diagnosis and a call to action: a case for new models that reward depth over division, independence over gatekeeping, and enduring relationships over fleeting clicks. For anyone who cares about journalism, creativity, public discourse, or the future of the internet, this is an essential map of how media can find its way forward."]]> Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of Supercommunicators and The Power of Habit 08 02 Ben Thompson, author of Stratechery 08 02 How To Save the Media is a manifesto for the direct-relationship model of media. No one is smarter about the virtues of this path. McKenzie immerses us in a decade of media disruption, from the vantage point of the disruptor himself. As he describes Substack’s founding, its growth, and the key decisions that kept the company in the advance guard, he lays out an inspiring vision of where we can go next. An urgent read for an industry at an inflection point.]]> Richard Plepler, Former Chairman and CEO of HBO and Founder, EDEN Productions 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4b30ab02-5447-485b-be5d-b3f5003654ca 01 Authors Equity SIMO990 Authors Equity 01 01 Authors Equity SIMO990 Authors Equity 04 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.375 in 01 212.72 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.603 lb 08 9.648 oz 08 273.52 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20261230 40 02 45.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 02 52.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20261230 9798893312102 02 03 9798893312102 14 19798893312109 15 9798893312102 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Off Season</TitleText> <Subtitle>An 831 Stories Romance</Subtitle> 01 262500339 1 A01 Frankie Caracciolo Caracciolo, Frankie Frankie Caracciolo 01 eng 224 00 224 03 FIC027020 FRD 2.1 10 FIC027330 10 FIC027430 20 Contemporary romance; 831 stories; sports romance; baseball romance; sports psychology; forbidden romance; athlete; slow burn; opposites attract; grumpy sunshine; San Francisco romance; grief and healing; workplace romance; debut romance novella; found family baseball; the yips fiction; forbidden love; heart and head romance 93 FB 93 FG 01 01 01 02 She’s a therapist helping a struggling pitcher get out of his brain and into his body. The curveball she doesn’t see coming is the impact he has on her head and heart.

When Valley Magnolia accepts a sports psychologist role with the San Francisco Seals, she knows it will mean contending with both her father’s legacy and her own grief: He was the baseball team’s pitching coach for decades, and even after his death, he looms large in the stadium. But it’s pitcher Cal Monte who catches Valley off-guard. As she treats the yips that have derailed his career, the two grow closer in a way that threatens to upend both of their lives.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/a62fde83-32eb-4e6f-babf-b3d100397313 01 831 Stories SIMN014 831 Stories 01 01 831 Stories SIMN014 Authors Equity 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.371 lb 08 5.936 oz 08 168.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 32 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20270112 9798893312133 02 03 9798893312133 14 19798893312130 15 9798893312133 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>First Famous Christmas</TitleText> <Subtitle>An 831 Stories Romance</Subtitle> 01 262501478 1 A01 Carrie Wittmer Wittmer, Carrie Carrie Wittmer New Erotica for Feminists: Satirical Fantasies of Love, Lust, and Equal Pay was published by Plume Books in November 2018. First Famous Christmas is her romance debut.]]> 01 eng 240 00 240 03 FIC027020 FRD 2.1 10 FIC027660 10 FIC027480 20 Contemporary romance; 831 stories; celebrity romance; pop star romance; Christmas romance; small town romance; holiday romance; enemies to lovers; second chance; hometown; musician romance; bad boy; Juilliard; Brooklyn; cozy Christmas; songwriter 93 FB 01 01 01 02 After rocketing to pop stardom practically overnight, all Marceline wants is a calm holiday at home. What she gets is a run-in with her bad-boy high-school crush, Lucas. Could this Ghost of Christmas Past also become her new muse?

When Marceline Freeze went to Juilliard to study violin, she didn’t expect it to lead to a Best New Artist Grammy. Now, after a whirlwind tour and early-onset fame fatigue, she’s looking forward to a normal Christmas in her snowy North Carolina hometown. But all bets are off the second she walks into My Place, the coffee shop that was her refuge growing up. It’s gotten an infuriating Scandi-chic makeover courtesy of its new owner: Lucas North, the rebellious firestarter she worshipped from afar as a teenager.]]> 13 02 New Erotica for Feminists: Satirical Fantasies of Love, Lust, and Equal Pay was published by Plume Books in November 2018. First Famous Christmas is her romance debut.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/d00c07b5-326d-4612-a7b6-b3b900352a64 01 831 Stories SIMN014 831 Stories 01 01 831 Stories SIMN014 Authors Equity 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8 in 01 203.2 mm 02 5 in 02 127 mm 08 0.371 lb 08 5.936 oz 08 168.28 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261005 20261230 40 02 24.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 24.99 0.00 20260910 02 28.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 28.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20261230 9798893312300 02 03 9798893312300 14 19798893312307 15 9798893312300 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Ashwood Anthology 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Sworn to Secrecy</TitleText> 01 262565177 1 A01 Selina Mae Mae, Selina Selina Mae 01 eng 368 00 368 03 FIC027250 FR 2.1 10 FIC027240 10 FIC027020 20 rivals to lovers romance forced proximity, billionaire enemies slow burn tension, workplace office romantic comedy contemporary, roommates love story spicy books, fashion industry ambitious heroine, banter sparks, strong female lead new adult, BookTok, Bookstagram, luxury setting, high society, family legacy, protective hero, emotionally charged, competition, close proximity, designer dreams, corporate heir, fashion empire, witty banter, sexual tension, hate to love 93 FB 01 01 01 02 The Ashwood Empire: Rivalry, Luxury, Glamour — and a whole lot of Tension

If there's one thing everyone knows about the Auclairs and the Ashwoods, it's that they are sworn enemies. So when Tate Auclair's father decides he wants to bring the Ashwoods' luxury brand back into their family's exclusive department store — and needs her help to do it — she couldn't be more surprised. She has been fighting for her father's approval since childhood, and there is nothing she wouldn't do for him — even if that means wrapping Rowen Ashwood, one of the wealthy heirs, around her finger. But to earn his trust, she must get as close to him as possible — closer than is good for her own heart. Because there is only one thing her father would never forgive her for: falling in love with an Ashwood.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e770ea4d-7618-4f99-9e2a-b44a002754ba 01 LYX SIMN227 LYX 01 01 LYX SIMN227 Authors Equity 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 1.3 in 03 33.02 mm 08 0.81 lb 08 12.96 oz 08 367.41 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261101 20270112 20 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20270112 9798893312324 02 03 9798893312324 14 19798893312321 15 9798893312324 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Novel Haven 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Match of Fate</TitleText> 01 262580674 1 A01 Anabelle Stehl Stehl, Anabelle Anabelle Stehl 01 eng 432 00 432 03 FIC027240 FA 2.1 10 FIC027020 10 FIC027580 20 Gaming romance, esports romance, fake dating, rivals to lovers, forced proximity, opposites attract, slow burn, streamer romance, viral romance, convention romance, cozy gaming, gamer girl, indie game developer, BookTok romance, new adult romance, nerdy romance, nerd culture, introverted heroine, confident hero, competitive gaming, special edition, sprayed edges, character art, Ali Hazelwood, Jen DeLuca, collectible edition 93 FB 01 01 01 02 A rivals-to-lovers fake dating romance set in the competitive gaming world, featuring exclusive character art and gorgeous stenciled edges.

To promote her small studio's cozy game, Nataly goes live with Novel Haven for the first time in her life. She can't believe her eyes when she gets raided by a famous streamer and suddenly has thousands of viewers. What could have been brilliant marketing turns into a scandal when DMRDylan criticizes the one character she contributed. Nataly gets into a heated argument with the esports player, unaware of just how famous he really is.

Their fight goes viral, triggering a massive backlash—something Dylan, on the verge of the most important championship of his life, definitely doesn't need. But that's not all: the two end up on the same panel at the next convention, and their renewed sparring leads everyone to suspect there's something romantic between them.

Suddenly, everything is at stake for Nataly. To get the PR disaster under control, she suggests they pretend to be a couple. But what started as fake dating soon feels far too real...]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4aec26af-851f-4c5f-83b1-b3b900352d41 01 LYX SIMN227 LYX 01 01 LYX SIMN227 Authors Equity 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 03 1.3 in 03 33.02 mm 08 0.81 lb 08 12.96 oz 08 367.41 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261018 20261230 20 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20261230 9798893312478 02 03 9798893312478 14 19798893312475 15 9798893312478 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The Simple Path to Wealth Books <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Simple Path to Wealth Workbook</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The </TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Simple Path to Wealth Workbook</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Official Companion to the New York Times Bestseller</Subtitle> 01 264165387 1 A01 Jessica Collins Collins, Jessica Jessica Collins 2 A23 JL Collins Collins, JL JL Collins The Simple Path to Wealth, which has sold over a million copies across twenty languages. Photo credit: Gouri Mukherjee]]> 01 eng 304 00 304 03 BUS050020 VSB 2.1 10 BUS050000 10 BUS050010 20 The simple path to wealth; simple path workbook; finance workbook; budgeting; finance; family finances; family budget; investing for beginners; vanguard; vtx; Dave Ramsey; college savings; saving money; homesteading; graduation gifts; bogleheads; millionaire mindset; personal finance; financial literacy; how to make money; financial education; dividend investing; financial freedom; stock market books; money management; risk management; personal finance books; portfolio management; retirement planning; passive income; rich dad poor dad; frugal living; investment strategies 93 KC 93 KJMV1 01 01 01 02 Your Guide to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life

The best-selling personal finance philosophy, now turned into a step-by-step workbook by the very person JL Collins had in mind when he wrote it.

The Simple Path to Wealth Workbook is the official, hands-on companion to The Simple Path to Wealth, translating its calm, radically simple investing philosophy into action.

Whatever your stage in life and whatever your financial situation, this is the place to find practical support and easy-to-follow advice to help you accomplish the SPW trifecta: live debt-free; spend less than you earn; invest the rest.

The workbook helps readers move from understanding to implementation: defining “enough,” eliminating debt, building a simple portfolio, and staying the course through market volatility.]]> 13 02
JL Collins is known as the Godfather of FI in the financial independence community. An investor in the stock market for five decades, JL Collins has developed a worldwide following through his popular blog and through The Simple Path to Wealth, which has sold over a million copies across twenty languages. Photo credit: Gouri Mukherjee]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4e1ef03c-6a91-4b7d-b085-b42d0024b97f 01 Authors Equity SIMO990 Authors Equity 01 01 Authors Equity SIMO990 Authors Equity 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 7 in 02 177.8 mm 08 0.78 lb 08 12.48 oz 08 353.8 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 45.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 45.00 0.00 20260910 02 52.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 Authors Equity AU 01 20270112 9798895151723 02 03 9798895151723 14 19798895151720 15 9798895151723 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Convenience Trap</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Convenience Trap</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>How to Regain Control in a World of Instant Gratification</Subtitle> 01 263553702 1 A01 Robert Carter III Carter III, Robert Robert Carter III Dr. Robert Carter III, PhD, MPH, FACSM, FAIS is a leadership strategist, researcher, and international bestselling coauthor of The Morning Mind. He works at the intersection of human performance, resilience, and organizational excellence, helping mission-driven organizations build capacity for sustained impact.

A Harvard-trained scientist and Distinguished Graduate of the US Army War College, Dr. Carter holds a doctorate in biomedical sciences and medical physiology, a Master of Strategic Studies, and a Master of Public Health. He is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Institute of Stress and has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications. His work has been featured in The Washington Post, Fox News, and USA Today. His perspective is shaped by elite academic training, national advisory service, and championship-level discipline as a two-time black belt and world-class martial artist. ]]> 2 A01 Kirti Salwe Carter Carter, Kirti Salwe Kirti Salwe Carter Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter, MBBS, MPH is a physician, occupational health expert, and executive advisor specializing in resilience, human performance, and behavioral discipline in high-demand environments. Her work centers on helping leaders and organizations address the hidden costs of over-reliance on convenience and build cultures of sustained effectiveness. Trained in clinical medicine in India, Dr. Carter practiced as an intensive care physician before completing advanced public health training in the United States. She holds a Master of Public Health in Occupational Health and completed graduate-level studies in integrative physiology. Her expertise is grounded in understanding how workplace environments, habits, and decision-making patterns shape long-term performance. With more than two decades of experience in meditation and breathing science, Dr. Carter brings a rigorous, evidence-informed approach to strengthening focus, self-regulation, and resilience. She advises senior leaders and designs high-impact programs that translate complex science into practical strategies for reducing burnout, strengthening capacity, and driving sustainable performance. ]]> 01 eng 288 00 288 03 SEL027000 VSP 2.1 10 BUS107000 10 HEA055000 20 Convenience trap; cost of convenience; strategic inconvenience; outsourced thinking; digital dependency; algorithmic thinking; attention economy; burnout by design; modern burnout; mental endurance; cognitive resilience; functional strength; physical capability; capability atrophy; modern helplessness; engineered ease; life of ease; loss of human skills; analog skills; human capability; self-reliance; resilience training; embodied intelligence; thinking without technology; living without GPS; navigation skills; spatial memory; brain plasticity; attention hijacking; screen addiction; smartphone overuse; digital minimalism; technology boundaries; AI and humanity; AI age skills; bridge generation; human operating system; deliberate difficulty; chosen difficulty; comfort crisis; disconnection epidemic; real connection; Bob’s equation; digital dilution; focus recovery; decision fatigue; memory loss; life skills revival; modern life skills; functional movement; sedentary lifestyle; workplace burnout; always on culture; notification overload; deep work recovery; reclaiming focus; personal audit; convenience footprint; capability audit; confidence through competence; practical wisdom; human centered living; tools vs crutches; human agency; personal sovereignty; freedom through effort; earned confidence; purposeful struggle; resilient mindset; future proof skills; skills for uncertain times 93 VS 93 VS 93 VFJQ 01 01 01 02 A provocative, deeply researched wake-up call that exposes how modern convenience is quietly eroding our physical, cognitive, and social capabilities—and offers a practical blueprint for reclaiming strength, resilience, and agency in an AI-driven world.

Welcome to the most convenient era in human history—right now. And yet we are weaker, more anxious, and less capable than ever. In The Convenience Trap, physicians and researchers Dr. Robert Carter III and Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter reveal the hidden cost of frictionless living, from GPS-dependent brains and atrophied bodies to outsourced thinking, fragile health systems, and vanishing community bonds. Blending neuroscience, behavioral economics, medical research, and unforgettable real-world stories, the authors show how small, invisible trade-offs—automatic payments, algorithmic decision-making, over-automation, and digital dependency—compound into large-scale human vulnerability.

But this is not a book about rejecting technology. It is a book about strategic inconvenience—choosing small, intentional friction to rebuild lost capabilities. Through the A.L.I.V.E. framework, readers learn how to reclaim physical competence, cognitive resilience, financial awareness, and meaningful connection without rejecting modern life.

Urgent, accessible, and galvanizing, The Convenience Trap speaks directly to readers who sense something is wrong but don’t yet have language—or tools—for what they’re feeling. It reframes capability not as nostalgia, but as the most essential survival skill of the future.]]> 13 02 Dr. Robert Carter III, PhD, MPH, FACSM, FAIS is a leadership strategist, researcher, and international bestselling coauthor of The Morning Mind. He works at the intersection of human performance, resilience, and organizational excellence, helping mission-driven organizations build capacity for sustained impact.

A Harvard-trained scientist and Distinguished Graduate of the US Army War College, Dr. Carter holds a doctorate in biomedical sciences and medical physiology, a Master of Strategic Studies, and a Master of Public Health. He is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Institute of Stress and has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications. His work has been featured in The Washington Post, Fox News, and USA Today. His perspective is shaped by elite academic training, national advisory service, and championship-level discipline as a two-time black belt and world-class martial artist.

Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter, MBBS, MPH is a physician, occupational health expert, and executive advisor specializing in resilience, human performance, and behavioral discipline in high-demand environments. Her work centers on helping leaders and organizations address the hidden costs of over-reliance on convenience and build cultures of sustained effectiveness. Trained in clinical medicine in India, Dr. Carter practiced as an intensive care physician before completing advanced public health training in the United States. She holds a Master of Public Health in Occupational Health and completed graduate-level studies in integrative physiology. Her expertise is grounded in understanding how workplace environments, habits, and decision-making patterns shape long-term performance. With more than two decades of experience in meditation and breathing science, Dr. Carter brings a rigorous, evidence-informed approach to strengthening focus, self-regulation, and resilience. She advises senior leaders and designs high-impact programs that translate complex science into practical strategies for reducing burnout, strengthening capacity, and driving sustainable performance.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/3e524ef9-3484-498c-8a73-b4120025e1b5 01 Diversion Books SIMN027 Diversion Books 01 01 Diversion Books SIMN027 Diversion Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.098 lb 08 17.568 oz 08 498.04 gr 27 15 9798895151730 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 30 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Diversion Publishing AU 01 20270112 9798895151853 02 03 9798895151853 14 19798895151850 15 9798895151853 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback The First City 2 <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Magog</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel of the First City</Subtitle> 01 264306726 1 A01 James Zwerneman Zwerneman, James James Zwerneman James Zwerneman is the author of Uruk. He studied creative writing at Johns Hopkins University and earned his MFA in Fiction from UC Irvine. Upon graduation, he won the Henfield Award, a cash prize given to just five of the top MFA students in the nation. He also published his first story in One Story. Zwerneman is a high school teacher of literature, civics, and film and lives in Naples, Florida. ]]> 01 eng 416 00 416 03 FIC002000 FJ 2.1 10 FIC014010 10 FIC008000 20 The First City; ancient Mesopotamia; epic historical fantasy; prehistoric fiction; Bronze Age fiction; cradle of civilization; Uruk; founding of cities; ancient warfare; survival fiction; tribe vs. tribe; historical epic; origin of civilization; mythic past; female inventor; proto-agriculture; ancient weaponry; nomadic tribes; early human settlements; river civilizations; Euphrates River; early technology; blood feud; exile and survival; rise of civilization; primitive societies; Mesopotamian setting; female-led historical fantasy; strong female protagonist; underdog heroes; found family; tribe of misfits; chosen family; post-tribal society; freedom from oppression; egalitarian ideals; rising above tribalism; revolution through unity; rise of community; ancient feminism; early innovation; witch accusations; revenge and resilience; proto-democracy; ancient tools; hunter-gatherer to settler transition; survival against the odds; violent warlord; pursuit across wild lands; reluctant allies; woman vs. patriarchy; exiles and outcasts; cruel warlords; building a better society; community-building fantasy; escaping tyranny; cultural rebirth; speculative prehistory; historical adventure; high-stakes journey; prehistoric weaponry; clash of cultures; female genius; forming a new code; reimagining the ancient world; strong ensemble cast; tribal justice; redemption arc; reluctant hero; band of outsiders; epic journey; ancient threats; survival against invaders; protecting the weak; root of civilization; prehistoric alliances; action-adventure in ancient world; speculative ancient history; nomads to settlers; revolutionary society; morally complex antagonists; rise of equality; women in ancient history; visionary leadership; first city origins; Stone Age storytelling; character-driven epic; enemies to allies; clash of ideals; power and legacy; myth-inspired fiction 93 FB 01 01 01 02 In his follow-up to Uruk: A Novel of the First City, James Zwerneman continues his stunning, action-packed historical adventure series set in ancient Mesopotamia.

Jakka has taken his army and Ki , the genius who helped establish Uruk, north to a rich copper mining village to reestablish Magog’s empire. He starts building a fort, mining copper, recruiting warriors, growing fields of Ki’s wheat, and extracting tribute from vassal villages.

Meanwhile, in Uruk, Sargon is elected lugal, and he helps Uruk prosper. But when he finds out where Jakka is keeping Ki, the hostile council refuses to send military to save her. Sargon realizes he must go himself. He goes with Rogg, his best friend, to rally the north to overthrow Jakka. Nisaba, his advisor, remains behind as his deputy lugal, but she warns him that without his influence, wicked chiefs may tear Uruk apart.

On the journey Sargon is captured and sold to work the mines. There, concealing that he is the famous “Gog Slayer,” he takes on his old name “Ta” and rediscovers his purpose. A natural leader, he inspires his fellow slaves to dig an escape. Rogg, who has escaped capture, rallies a tribe to fight Magog.

What follows is not merely a clash of armies, but a collision between cruelty and order, tyranny and freedom. Magog is a relentless historical epic—where the fate of the ancient world will be decided.]]> 13 02 James Zwerneman is the author of Uruk. He studied creative writing at Johns Hopkins University and earned his MFA in Fiction from UC Irvine. Upon graduation, he won the Henfield Award, a cash prize given to just five of the top MFA students in the nation. He also published his first story in One Story. Zwerneman is a high school teacher of literature, civics, and film and lives in Naples, Florida.]]> 08 02 Praise for Magog:

"In James Zwerneman's Magog, you'll be transported to a Stone Age society at a moment of deep upheaval. War and peace, love and hatred, honor and dishonor, loyalty and treachery, it's all here in this extraordinary story told in language both lean and lush. Ancient and urgent, sweeping and searing, Magog is a novel that lingers long after the last page."
—Ryan Ridge, Calvino Prize-winning author of New Bad News and American Homes

Praise for Uruk:

"Uruk…merges historical research and creative invention to bring ancient Mesopotamia to vibrant life. Guided by themes of power, community, self-worth, and second chances, it celebrates the value of difference and tenderness in a world that demands conformity and cruelty. If you’re in the mood for a story that expertly balances the light of idealism with the shadow of reality, Uruk deserves a spot on your shelf."
—Bookstr

"In Zwerneman’s saga, we have an entertaining picture of the Mesopotamian world, a major contribution to the Cradle of Civilization."
—Lawrence W. Powers, Historical Novel Society

“An engaging adventure that’s as exhilarating as it is enlightening. Zwerneman transports you to the dawn of civilization to join an endearing band of outcasts whose aspirations for humanity feel just as relevant and meaningful today. Once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down.”
—Joshua Chaffee, Emmy Award–winning producer and journalist

"Uruk is a sweeping prehistoric tale full of adventure and heart. Readers will fall in love with the ragtag group of misfits on the search for a better, more equitable world. This book transports, entertains, and moves. After you close the last page, you will want more.”
—Kim Parker Zox, award-winning executive producer of The Last Black Man in San Francisco ]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e8ef6e72-8519-44f6-96b2-b4130025ebf7 01 Diversion Books SIMN027 Diversion Books 01 01 Diversion Books SIMN027 Diversion Publishing 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.635 lb 08 10.16 oz 08 288.03 gr 27 15 9798895151860 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 20 02 37.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 02 42.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 Diversion Publishing AU 01 20270112 9798895653388 02 03 9798895653388 14 19798895653385 15 9798895653388 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Breaking the Rules</TitleText> <Subtitle>From Undocumented Immigrant to UFC Star, the Spectacular Rise of a Champion </Subtitle> 01 270708629 1 A01 Glover Teixeira Teixeira, Glover Glover Teixeira 2 A02 Guilherme Cruz Cruz, Guilherme Guilherme Cruz 3 A23 Lyoto Machida Machida, Lyoto Lyoto Machida 01 eng 304 00 304 03 BIO016000 BGS 2.1 10 SPO027000 10 BIO002030 20 UFC, MMA, Fight, Immigrant, boxing, jiu-jitsu, martial arts, memoir, WWE , champion, mixed martial arts, combat sports, autobiography, immigration, inspirational, true story, octagon, wrestling, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, professional fighter, motivational, overcoming adversity, behind the scenes UFC, cage, UFC career, brawler, ultimate fighting championship, illegal immigrant, athlete memoir, light heavyweight champion 93 DNBS1 93 SRM 01 01 01 02 UFC champion Glover Teixeira reflects on his harrowing journey from undocumented illegal immigrant to world titleholder.

Fighting inside the octagon was nothing compared to the fight Glover Teixeira endured to reach it.

Before he became the oldest man to win an Ultimate Fighting Championship title, Teixeira risked everything to chase the American dream and discover his mission on Earth.

Leaving his Brazilian hometown as a teenager, Teixeira crossed multiple South American countries to finally reach the infamous Mexico border just outside of California in 1999. There, he faced numerous dangers—was held at gunpoint by smugglers for weeks, feared for his life in the middle of the desert—all to get banned by the country he loved right when he was on the cusp of making it to the UFC.

Teixeira flew around the world, dominating and dismantling anyone who would dare to enter a ring against him. All that time, he kept his dream alive to one day receive his pardon from the United States, compete for the world title, and live with the love of his life.

A champion in life and in the cage, Glover Teixeira shares his story for the first time—inspiring, unfiltered, and a testament to the relentless pursuit of purpose.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e45413ef-e94a-4bb9-a992-b4520028d5ec 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 01 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.635 lb 08 10.16 oz 08 288.03 gr 27 15 9798895653395 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 42.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 42.99 0.00 20260910 02 52.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 Permuted Press AU 01 20270112 9798895653562 02 03 9798895653562 14 19798895653569 15 9798895653562 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Direction</TitleText> <Subtitle>Making the Most of the Performance of Your Life</Subtitle> 01 269382676 1 A01 Kenny Leon Leon, Kenny Kenny Leon KENNY LEON (Director). Tony Award-winning director. Broadway: Othello; Our Town; HOME; Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch; Topdog/Underdog; Ohio State Murders; A Soldier’s Play; American Son; Children of a Lesser God; Holler If Ya Hear Me; A Raisin in the Sun; The Mountaintop; Stick Fly; August Wilson’s Fences, Gem of the Ocean and Radio Golf. Off-Broadway: This World of Tomorrow (The Shed); King James; The Underlying Chris; Everybody’s Ruby; Emergence-See! (The Public); Smart People (Second Stage). Opera: Amahl and the Night Visitors; Margaret Garner. Television: Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia; Colin in Black & White; 4400; Amend: The Fight for America; American Son (adapted for Netflix); Hairspray Live!; The Wiz Live!; Steel Magnolias; Dynasty; In My Dreams. Author: Take You Wherever You Go. Artistic Director Emeritus: Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company. Senior Resident Director: Roundabout Theatre Company. Awards: Obie, Actors Fund Medal of Honor, George Abbott Lifetime Achievement for American Theatre, Jason Robards Award for Excellence in Theatre.]]> 2 A23 Tom Hanks Hanks, Tom Tom Hanks 01 eng 200 00 200 03 PER011010 ANF 2.1 10 SEL027000 10 SEL021000 20 Kenny Leon, Broadway director, life lessons, personal growth, theatrical wisdom inspiration, finding purpose meaning, mentorship, commencement advice, young adults, theater arts leadership, overcoming rejection, resilience, generational wisdom, Othello, Some Like it Hot, A Raisin in the Sun, Fences, musicals, plays 93 ATDF 93 VS 93 VSPM 01 01 01 02 DIRECTOR OF THE TONY NOMINATED PLAY THE BALUSTERS

Legendary Broadway director Kenny Leon draws on a lifetime of lessons to offer a timeless guide to living boldly, authentically, and with purpose.

What does it take to live a life that truly matters?

For Kenny Leon—one of Broadway's most celebrated directors—the answer has never come from a single breakthrough moment or a perfectly laid plan. It has come from a lifetime of listening. Observing the world around him taught him what it really means to show up fully for your life.

In Direction , Leon distills decades of hard-won wisdom into twenty essential lessons for anyone who wants to live with courage and determination. From letting go of bitterness to speaking your truth even when it may cost you, from pushing your own boundaries to becoming who you want to be by design rather than default, these stories from both the stage and life offer practical inspiration for every chapter of the human journey.

Warm, candid, and deeply human, Direction is a book for anyone ready to step into their own next act and give life everything they've got.]]> 13 02 KENNY LEON (Director). Tony Award-winning director. Broadway: Othello; Our Town; HOME; Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch; Topdog/Underdog; Ohio State Murders; A Soldier’s Play; American Son; Children of a Lesser God; Holler If Ya Hear Me; A Raisin in the Sun; The Mountaintop; Stick Fly; August Wilson’s Fences, Gem of the Ocean and Radio Golf. Off-Broadway: This World of Tomorrow (The Shed); King James; The Underlying Chris; Everybody’s Ruby; Emergence-See! (The Public); Smart People (Second Stage). Opera: Amahl and the Night Visitors; Margaret Garner. Television: Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia; Colin in Black & White; 4400; Amend: The Fight for America; American Son (adapted for Netflix); Hairspray Live!; The Wiz Live!; Steel Magnolias; Dynasty; In My Dreams. Author: Take You Wherever You Go. Artistic Director Emeritus: Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company. Senior Resident Director: Roundabout Theatre Company. Awards: Obie, Actors Fund Medal of Honor, George Abbott Lifetime Achievement for American Theatre, Jason Robards Award for Excellence in Theatre.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/7a69de03-a9f2-407c-ae38-b43700253dea 01 Regalo Press SIMO908 Regalo Press 01 01 Regalo Press SIMO908 Regalo Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.633 lb 08 10.128 oz 08 287.12 gr 27 15 9798895653579 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 40 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Regalo Press AU 01 20270112 9798895655214 02 03 9798895655214 14 19798895655211 15 9798895655214 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Playing House</TitleText> <Subtitle>Ten Steps to a Sexy, Secure Relationship</Subtitle> 01 267857194 1 A01 Kolter Bouchard Bouchard, Kolter Kolter Bouchard CA 01 eng 240 00 240 03 SEL000000 VS 2.1 10 FAM029000 10 FAM030000 20 Kolter Bouchard, Kolter Bouchard grey sweatpants, Kolter Bouchard wife, Kolter Bouchard black shorts podcast, playing house, marriage, Kolter Bouchard, Dominique Bouchard, Dom and Kolter, self-improvement, relationship advice, love and relationship podcast, dominique bennett bouchard, bwwm, interracial, dating outside race, bwwm couples, interracial marriage, relationship podcast for couples, relationship podcast black, relationship podcast for anxiety, relationship advice, relationship advice for women, modern relationship book, relationship advice for couples, funny relationship book, marriage advice book, modern romance nonfiction, love and relationships book, TikTok relationship creator book, humorous marriage stories, healthy communication in relationships, millennial relationship book, dating and commitment guide, intentional love and partnership, viral creator memoir, social media relationships book, relationship growth and healing, contemporary love stories nonfiction, couples communication skills, long term relationship advice, devotion and commitment book, playing house relationship book, booktok couple creators 93 VS 93 VFVG 01 01 01 02 A refreshingly funny and sexy guide to building a love that actually lasts

Online, millions know Kolter Bouchard as @koltertalks, the viral social media star whose over-the-top devotion to his wife has people laughing, swooning, and asking the question: Is love like that actually real?

In Playing House, Kolter pulls back the curtain on the relationship everyone watches but few fully understand. Through honest storytelling that incorporates hard-earned lessons, personal narrative, and the humor that built his platform, he explores the foundation to building a partnership that extends beyond the highlight reel.

Far from a fairytale or a perfect-love manifesto, Kolter details his grounded, modern look at commitment, growth, and choosing each other through revolving seasons of life. From navigating identity and ambition to learning how to communicate when the cameras are off, readers are challenged to rethink what true devotion looks like in today’s world.

Whether you are single, dating, married, or rebuilding after heartbreak, this book offers safe and sexy advice for better connection.

———

Kolter Bouchard is a social media personality with over 1.5 million followers. Raised in Whitby-Oshawa, he studied at Toronto Metropolitan University, where he met his wife, Dominique, on the first day of class. After a decade hosting radio shows in Toronto and Dubai, Kolter runs a creative agency (and raises a very funny daughter, Nia) with his wife.]]> 13 02 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/0817f12b-c368-4da8-aca4-b41800244f82 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 01 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.421 lb 08 6.736 oz 08 190.96 gr 27 15 9798895655221 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261109 20270112 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Post Hill Press AU 01 20270112 9798895656235 02 03 9798895656235 14 19798895656232 15 9798895656235 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Inner Work of Leading in a Broken System</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Inner Work of Leading in a Broken System</TitleWithoutPrefix> 01 268021677 1 A01 Christy Honeycutt Honeycutt, Christy Christy Honeycutt
Her approach blends Gallup CliftonStrengths® with her practice as a certified meditation coach, ensuring leaders drive performance while protecting their well-being. As the host of Inside the C-Suite podcast, she digs into the messy reality of leadership and work identity. Christy is a board member, speaker, and proud Native American who believes leadership is most powerful when it’s fueled by authenticity. Whether she’s parenting, practicing yoga, or advising founders, Christy is proof that the inner work is what makes the outer work possible.]]> 2 A23 Mark Turner Turner, Mark Mark Turner 01 eng 176 00 176 03 BUS000000 K 2.1 10 BUS071000 10 SEL027000 20 Leadership development, overcoming burnout, toxic workplace recovery, inclusive leadership, corporate culture change, personal growth for leaders, indigenous leadership perspectives, career resilience, women in leadership, responsibility without authority, spiritual leadership, professional development for women of color, future of work, emotional intelligence at work, energetic boundaries, burnout recovery, chronic illness and work, overachiever burnout, toxic corporate culture, broken system leadership, inner work leadership, executive coaching, C-suite leadership, high-pressure transitions, leadership and well-being, Native American leadership, women in leadership, corporate burnout, rat race burnout, loss of identity at work, work identity, reclaiming agency, survival guide for leaders, new workforce, leadership and authenticity, GTM strategist, executive coach, Gallup CliftonStrengths, meditation coach, leadership advisor, talent strategy, human potential, growth and leadership, alopecia and stress, body and burnout, leadership playbook, aliveness, Inside the C-Suite podcast, leadership podcast, Christy Honeycutt, IBM leadership, Korn Ferry, board member speaker, advising founders, yoga and leadership, parenting and leadership, Native woman in tech, women in corporate America, self-help leadership book, personal development, professional development, work-life integration, leadership transitions, performance and well-being, authentic leadership, systemic burnout, leadership revival 93 KJMB 93 VS 01 01 01 02 “Christy Honeycutt doesn't offer another shallow leadership framework. She demands the harder work.”
—Laurie Ruettimann, author of Betting on You

A guide to reclaiming your agency and alignment while leading within systems that weren’t built for your spirit.

The system isn’t just broken. It’s making us sick.

We’ve been sold a lie: If we just work harder, assimilate faster, and perform better, we’ll eventually find fulfillment. But for the exhausted overachiever, the reward for winning the rat race is usually burnout, chronic illness, or a total loss of self.

Christy Honeycutt knows this cost intimately. As a Native woman navigating the high-pressure worlds of global tech and top consulting firms, she did everything “right”—until her body began to revolt. Between the physical toll of alopecia and the mental weight of a toxic corporate culture, she realized that the traditional leadership playbook was missing the one thing that actually matters: your aliveness.

The Inner Work of Leading in a Broken System is a survival and revival guide for The New Workforce—and reclaiming your agency within it.]]> 13 02
Her approach blends Gallup CliftonStrengths® with her practice as a certified meditation coach, ensuring leaders drive performance while protecting their well-being. As the host of Inside the C-Suite podcast, she digs into the messy reality of leadership and work identity. Christy is a board member, speaker, and proud Native American who believes leadership is most powerful when it’s fueled by authenticity. Whether she’s parenting, practicing yoga, or advising founders, Christy is proof that the inner work is what makes the outer work possible.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5b8e5d11-535c-4df4-acc4-b41b00491287 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 01 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.421 lb 08 6.736 oz 08 190.96 gr 27 15 9798895656242 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Post Hill Press AU 01 20270112 9798895657089 02 03 9798895657089 14 19798895657086 15 9798895657089 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Taking Charge of Your Career</TitleText> <Subtitle>Your Blueprint for Success</Subtitle> 01 267856217 1 A01 Wanda T. Wallace Wallace, Wanda T. Wanda T. Wallace Out of the Comfort Zone. Her last book is You Can’t Know It All: Leading in the Age of Deep Expertise. She is currently working on a study with Darren Overfield on how to create truly connected, high-performing teams. She completed her PhD and BA at Duke University and taught for several years at Fuqua School of Business at Duke. Follow her on LinkedIn, X @AskWanda, Instagram @wandatwallace, on YouTube @OutoftheComfortPod (OutoftheComfortZone.com), and at leadership-forum.com.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 BUS012030 JNR 2.1 10 BUS107000 10 BUS106000 20 career, career advancement, career management, career plans, career planning, personal development, personal growth, personal brand, reputation, managing setbacks, difficult people, managing up, personal success, mentoring, coaching, professional development, career pitfalls, senior leaders, taking charge, books about career advancement, books about professional development 93 JNR 93 VSC 01 01 01 02 You’re told to “manage” your career—but what does that really mean and how do you do it? Taking Charge of Your Career provides practical advice so you can secure opportunities, avoid the biggest career pitfalls, and set yourself up for long-term success

You have established yourself as someone who can be trusted and who delivers results. Now, you may be asking yourself what’s next in your career—but there’s never enough time to think about it. So many things can go wrong in every career, and some problems are outside your control.

How do you articulate your career aspirations without threatening your boss, and position yourself as a credible candidate when opportunities arise? Can you understand—and strategically shift—your professional brand and reputation? How do you contend with peers who take credit for your work, managers you don’t enjoy working for, promotions you don’t receive but feel you have earned, and more? Above all, what does it mean to manage your career?

The way you answer these questions greatly impacts your reputation and opportunities. Thankfully, in this book you’ll find real case studies, step-by-step exercises, and an extensive FAQ section answering all the questions you have at this point in your career. Drawing on decades of experience coaching senior leaders, Taking Charge of Your Career helps you avoid common missteps and accelerate your path to the type of career you dream about.]]> 13 02 Out of the Comfort Zone. Her last book is You Can’t Know It All: Leading in the Age of Deep Expertise. She is currently working on a study with Darren Overfield on how to create truly connected, high-performing teams. She completed her PhD and BA at Duke University and taught for several years at Fuqua School of Business at Duke. Follow her on LinkedIn, X @AskWanda, Instagram @wandatwallace, on YouTube @OutoftheComfortPod (OutoftheComfortZone.com), and at leadership-forum.com.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ce8200dd-a321-420c-a7e4-b41800245288 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 01 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.762 lb 08 12.192 oz 08 345.64 gr 27 15 9798895657096 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 Post Hill Press AU 01 20270112 9798895658383 02 03 9798895658383 14 19798895658380 15 9798895658383 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Thornbridge</TitleText> 01 269019709 1 A01 Douglas Travaglione Travaglione, Douglas Douglas Travaglione Thornbridge, his debut novel, was shaped by that lifelong fascination and by his interest in how the next generation will navigate a world transformed by artificial intelligence—a question he believes every kid alive today is living with, whether they signed up for it or not. A lifelong New Yorker and graduate of Xavier High School, he works for Sotheby’s International Realty in Manhattan and lives in the city with his wife and their two children. Thornbridge is the first book in a planned trilogy.]]> 01 eng 208 00 208 03 YAF042000 10 YAF052000 10 YAF054010 20 Boarding school, boarding school secret society, secret society, Young Adult, Young Adult Fiction, Young Adult AI thriller, prep school mystery, dark academia young adult, elite boarding school novel, secret society young adult, artificial intelligence fiction, New England boarding school, boarding school fantasy, tech thriller young adult, Thornbridge, prep school secret society, trust AI, boarding school legacy, family secrets young adult 01 03 01 02 The current generation is forming a relationship with artificial intelligence that they never asked for. Kids are inheriting a world they didn’t make—with technology they didn’t choose and a foundation built by people who couldn’t agree on its purpose.

Thornbridge Academy has stood on the Rhode Island cliffs for over two centuries. Its students wear blazers stitched with gold crests. Its traditions predate the Revolution. Its secrets run deeper than both.

Owen Brooks arrives carrying his grandfather’s ring and a lifetime of unanswered questions. Elias Brooks was a Thornbridge legend—valedictorian, lacrosse captain, beloved by everyone who knew him.

Then he vanished.

No explanation. No goodbye. Just thirty years of silence.

Now Owen is walking the same halls, sitting in the same chapel, and discovering that beneath the school his family built their lives around lies his grandfather hid decades ago—something ancient in form, modern in purpose, and worth killing for.

The truth about Thornbridge will shatter everything Owen thought he knew about his grandfather, his family, and the technology the entire world has come to trust without question. And the people who knew that truth before him are circling back, each with their own answer to the question Owen will eventually have to face himself: who gets to decide what artificial intelligence becomes?

Some secrets are buried for a reason.]]> 13 02 Thornbridge, his debut novel, was shaped by that lifelong fascination and by his interest in how the next generation will navigate a world transformed by artificial intelligence—a question he believes every kid alive today is living with, whether they signed up for it or not. A lifelong New Yorker and graduate of Xavier High School, he works for Sotheby’s International Realty in Manhattan and lives in the city with his wife and their two children. Thornbridge is the first book in a planned trilogy.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/639fa06d-c9da-48a5-9bfe-b42f0026c0ac 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 01 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.365 lb 08 5.84 oz 08 165.56 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 36.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 36.99 0.00 20260910 02 41.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 41.99 0.00 20260910 Permuted Press AU 01 20270112 9798895658635 02 03 9798895658635 14 19798895658632 15 9798895658635 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Things That Remain</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Things That Remain</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>The Artifacts of Eugene B. Sledge</Subtitle> 01 270841655 1 A01 W. Henry Sledge Sledge, W. Henry W. Henry Sledge With the Old Breed and China Marine. Growing up, he witnessed firsthand the creation and lasting impact of his father’s memoir, and through their conversations about the Pacific War, developed a lifelong passion for World War II history.

Henry is the author of The Old Breed… The Complete Story Revealed, a companion to his father’s work. His writing has appeared in World War II Magazine, Naval History Magazine, and Valor. He has cohosted and appeared on numerous podcasts, including the Jocko Podcast, and has been featured in documentaries and historical programming with HBO, Fox Nation, History Channel, and American Heroes Channel. His speaking engagements include American Veterans Center, the Society for Military History, The Citadel, the International WWII Conference in New Orleans, and the Library of Congress. He holds a BA from Auburn University (1988) and lives with his family in Birmingham, Alabama.]]> 2 A23 Michael W. Hagee Hagee, Michael W. General Michael W. Hagee 3 A13 Beth McKenna McKenna, Beth Beth McKenna 01 eng 96 00 96 03 HIS027000 HBW 2.1 10 HIS027100 10 HIS027390 20 With the Old Breed, Eugene Sledge, Henry Sledge, WWII artifacts, WWII history, untold stories of WWII, original manuscript of With the Old Breed, personal wartime items, WWII artifacts photobook, Marines in WWII, The Old Breed, The Pacific miniseries, Battle of Peleliu, Battle of Okinawa 93 NHW 93 FJMS 01 01 01 02 As seen on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, the Jocko Podcast, the Art of Manliness Podcast, Fox Nation, and Fox and Friends

The Things That Remain, Henry Sledge’s second book, continues the study of his father’s legacy, serving as a visual and narrative companion to With the Old Breed by featuring photographs of the artifacts and uniform items of Eugene Sledge.

In this visually stunning and deeply personal volume, Henry Sledge provides an unprecedented look at the physical history of his father, Eugene “Sledgehammer” Sledge, the legendary author of With the Old Breed.

The Things That Remain serves as a tactile companion to that classic memoir, showcasing a curated collection of WWII artifacts and uniform items that survived the brutal campaigns of Peleliu and Okinawa.

Through high-definition photography and intimate narratives, readers can examine the equipment that carried a Marine through the abyss of the Pacific War—from his combat-worn dungarees and field gear to the personal pocket Bible where he recorded his first notes. Henry Sledge pairs these items with personal reflections and memories, bridging the gap between the written word and the physical reality of combat.

More than just a catalog of military history, this book is a son’s tribute to a father’s endurance, offering a rare, “hands-on” perspective for historians and fans of The Pacific alike. This is the definitive visual record of a life that defined the Marine Corps’ experience for generations.]]> 13 02 With the Old Breed and China Marine. Growing up, he witnessed firsthand the creation and lasting impact of his father’s memoir, and through their conversations about the Pacific War, developed a lifelong passion for World War II history.

Henry is the author of The Old Breed… The Complete Story Revealed, a companion to his father’s work. His writing has appeared in World War II Magazine, Naval History Magazine, and Valor. He has cohosted and appeared on numerous podcasts, including the Jocko Podcast, and has been featured in documentaries and historical programming with HBO, Fox Nation, History Channel, and American Heroes Channel. His speaking engagements include American Veterans Center, the Society for Military History, The Citadel, the International WWII Conference in New Orleans, and the Library of Congress. He holds a BA from Auburn University (1988) and lives with his family in Birmingham, Alabama.]]> 08 02 Nicole Bagley, Director of Collections and Exhibits for the National Museum of the Pacific War 08 02 With the Old Breed. In fact, that book was the Bible for us when we were making the HBO mini-series The Pacific. It lives on in an inspirational role with today’s Marines which is one of the reasons that Henry Sledge’s study of his Dad's artifacts and uniforms is an important adjunct. This is an insider’s look at the man, Marine, and author who brought the brutality and shattering experiences of South Pacific combat in World War II alive for generations of Americans.”]]> Captain Dale Dye USMC (Ret), author, advisor, and filmmaker 08 02 With the Old Breed connected us to the experiences of our fathers and grandfathers in WWII. In The Old Breed, his son offered us a deeper connection to the Marine that we’d come to love by sharing the unpublished memories from his father’s memoir. The Things That Remain is the final piece that completes that connection to the past by showing us the physical objects that Eugene Sledge carried. Henry Sledge has come as close as you can to placing these items in our very hands and immersing us in the stories that they tell.”]]> JD Huitt, creator, The History Underground YouTube Channel 08 02 Dr. Jared Frederick, author of Fierce Valor and Hang Tough 08 02 The Things That Remain, brings us closer to Eugene Sledge and the reality of his wartime experience. Through pictures of personal gear, notes, uniforms, and documents that connect directly to his horrific and heroic experience, this book allows us a closer glimpse at the men of The Old Breed.”]]> Jocko Willink 08 02 With the Old Breed. It conjured images, conveyed emotions, and painted a picture of the Marines Corps War in the Pacific better than anyone else ever could. And now, thanks to his son, we get to see what he lived. Henry Sledge shares in The Things That Remain images and photos that bring to life what we all had to imagine before. This goes beyond a ‘must read’ for any combat memoir enthusiast. It is essential to fully grasp the magnitude of the deadliest and most important conflict in human history. It is visually stunning and evokes emotion in a way words alone could never do.”]]> Lieutenant Colonel Dave Berke, USMC (ret), USMC Combat Aviator, TOPGUN Instructor, author of The Need to Lead 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/acce3937-2695-43bf-a2aa-b45700251517 01 Knox Press SIMO576 Knox Press 01 01 Knox Press SIMO576 Knox Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 10 in 01 254 mm 02 10 in 02 254 mm 08 1.23 lb 08 19.68 oz 08 557.92 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 69.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 02 79.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 79.99 0.00 20260910 Knox Press AU 01 20270112 9798895658710 02 03 9798895658710 14 19798895658717 15 9798895658710 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Queen Elizabeth III</TitleText> <Subtitle>The New American House of Windsor</Subtitle> 01 268900169 1 A01 Rob Shuter Shuter, Rob Rob Shuter
In 2007, Shuter became Executive Editor of OK! Magazine. He later expanded his media presence with the launch of Naughty But Nice with Rob on Mark Cuban’s HDNet and as co-host of VH1’s hit morning show The Gossip Table. His signature style—cheeky, bold, but never mean—earned him fans across TV, print, and digital platforms. He’s a regular contributor to outlets like Good Day New York, CNN, and The Wendy Williams Show.]]> 01 eng 208 00 208 03 FIC037000 FHP 2.1 10 FIC043000 10 FIC008000 20 British royal family fiction, The Crown novel, future British monarchy book, royal family drama, palace drama novel, monarchy reform fiction, speculative royal fiction, William and Kate children fiction, Harry and Meghan fiction, political royal fiction, Queen Elizabeth future novel, Prince George novel, alternative royal history, British Crown fiction, royal succession story, modern monarchy, behind palace walls fiction, royal family saga, It Started With a Whisper, The Crown, 93 FHP 93 FXB 93 FT 01 01 01 02 A royal tragedy destroys the line of succession, unleashing a queen no one expected and a monarchy that may not survive her.

Fifteen years from now, a catastrophic helicopter crash over Balmoral Castle obliterates the line of succession in a single, devastating moment, plunging the British monarchy into its darkest crisis in centuries.

From the wreckage, a new power rises out of Montecito…but not the one the world is watching.

At the center stands a young woman never meant to rule—overlooked, underestimated, and suddenly crowned Queen Elizabeth III. What she inherits is not a fairytale, but a battlefield—a fractured family, a restless public, and an institution collapsing under the weight of its own secrets.

She didn’t come to save the monarchy. She came to rebuild it.

From the gilded halls of Buckingham Palace to the electric pulse of modern London, Elizabeth’s ascent is as dangerous as it is dazzling. Armed with ruthless instinct, sharp intelligence, and one wildly unexpected weapon—a tiny bakery called Betty Bake—she begins to tear down centuries of tradition and remake the crown in the public’s image.

Behind palace walls, a forbidden love story ignites—intense, volatile, and impossible to survive. Because in this world, love is power…and power is lethal. Alliances will shatter, secrets will detonate, and loyalty may be the deadliest currency of all.

Because once she takes the throne, there is no turning back.

The rules will be broken, the crown will be tested, and the monarchy may not survive.]]> 13 02
In 2007, Shuter became Executive Editor of OK! Magazine. He later expanded his media presence with the launch of Naughty But Nice with Rob on Mark Cuban’s HDNet and as co-host of VH1’s hit morning show The Gossip Table. His signature style—cheeky, bold, but never mean—earned him fans across TV, print, and digital platforms. He’s a regular contributor to outlets like Good Day New York, CNN, and The Wendy Williams Show.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/1c3f94a4-8792-42a5-9aaa-b42d0024bc84 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 01 01 Post Hill Press SIMO439 Post Hill Press 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.365 lb 08 5.84 oz 08 165.56 gr 27 15 9798895658727 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 02 32.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 32.99 0.00 20260910 02 37.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 37.99 0.00 20260910 Post Hill Press AU 01 20270112 9798895658826 02 03 9798895658826 14 19798895658823 15 9798895658826 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Case of Nancy Drew</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Case of Nancy Drew</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>A Visual Archive</Subtitle> 01 267855544 1 A01 Aleigha Koss Koss, Aleigha Aleigha Koss 2 A01 Alana Mills Mills, Alana Alana Mills 01 eng 208 00 208 03 DES008000 AC 2.1 10 SOC022000 10 LIT000000 20 Nancy Drew, Nancy Drew Movies, Carolyn Keene, Nancy Drew gift, Nancy Drew collector, Nancy Drew anniversary, Nancy Drew memorabilia, 95th anniversary, Nancy Drew Games, Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew books, Nancy Drew Mystery Stories, girl detective, feminist, feminist icons, vintage books, Mother’s Day Gift, gift for women, grandmother gift, gifts for book lovers, gifts for her, vintage book covers, women's history, American girlhood, female detective, female friendship, women's books, autonomy, feminist writing, feminist criticism, Mildred Wirt Benson, Harriet Adams, ghostwriter, Bess Marvin, George Fayne, Ned Nickerson, Carson Drew, Hannah Gruen, River Heights, Secret of the Old Clock, Hidden Staircase, Bungalow Mystery, Mystery at Lilac Inn, art book, coffee table book, gift book, nostalgia gift, vintage mystery series, vintage illustration, Christmas gift, Christmas gift women, Christmas books, vintage ephemera, vintage advertising, childhood favorites, classic series, women in pop culture, visual, essay, book cover art, dust jacket, midcentury illustration, midcentury Americana, archival imagery, illustrated history, visual history, visual culture, literary analysis, cultural history, children's literature history, popular culture studies, feminist studies, girlhood studies, women's studies, material culture, fashion history, Edward Stratemeyer, Stratemeyer Syndicate, psychoanalysis, Gothic fiction, class and gender, American womanhood, Depression era, The Great Depression, WWII, 1930s, 1950s, 1960s, Americana, nostalgia, American culture, American Girl, visual books, illustrated children's books, book illustration 93 JBCC1 93 DS 01 01 01 02 “As a role model, Nancy Drew has inspired so many to go out and conquer and that is such a beautiful legacy come to life in this Sleuth-tacular book.”
—Jennifer Fisher, President of The Nancy Drew Sleuths and Author of Clues for Real Life: The Classic Wit & Wisdom of Nancy Drew

A richly illustrated cultural history that examines Nancy Drew as feminist icon through vintage book covers, illustrations, and ephemera from the 1930s to present day.

She drove a blue roadster, wore tailored suits, and solved mysteries on her own terms. Nancy Drew wasn’t just a character—she was a cultural phenomenon that shaped American girlhood for nearly a century.

The Case of Nancy Drew: A Visual Archive investigates the beloved sleuth through text, image, and material culture, uncovering how this Depression-era heroine became a lasting feminist icon. From Edward Stratemeyer’s ghostwriter system to Mildred Wirt Benson’s pioneering spirit, from Nancy’s evolving wardrobe to the symbolic power of her roadster, this book reveals the hidden stories behind the girl detective.

Featuring rare vintage book covers, archival photographs, period advertisements, fashion illustrations, and architectural drawings, this visual archive examines what Nancy ate, what she wore, where she lived—and what it all meant. Descend hidden staircases into haunted mansions where shadows move on the walls and strange music drifts through darkened rooms. Look into the mirrors where Nancy catches a glimpse of her own double. Discover how the Gothic spaces she inhabited—trap doors, secret passages, crumbling estates—reflected the psychological landscape of American girlhood itself. And reconnect with the icon who has lasted for generations of readerships.

Part cultural criticism, part psychoanalytic mystery, part visual feast, The Case of Nancy Drew solves the puzzle of why this teenage detective continues to captivate readers nearly 100 years after her creation—and why, like any good mystery, she keeps drawing us back.]]> 13 02
Alana Mills is an author, photographer, and book designer, lucky to get to work with books and words on a daily basis. She has always been obsessed with mysteries (reading them and solving them) and turned her love of noticing the small details into a career. Despite her lack of musical talent, she currently lives with her two cats in Nashville, where she is still on the hunt for authentic Mexican food and the perfect brunch.]]> 08 02 The Case of Nancy Drew: A Visual Archive illustrates Nancy Drew through her adventures and in-depth analysis—a testament to the nostalgia we crave when revisiting our favorite childhood sleuth. From sleuthing to capturing villains and saving the day, we can enjoy this thrill ride back through the decades showcasing Nancy Drew’s detective prowess and smart style. As a role model, Nancy Drew has inspired so many to go out and conquer and that is such a beautiful legacy come to life in this Sleuth-tacular book.”]]> Jennifer Fisher, President of The Nancy Drew Sleuths and author of Clues for Real Life: The Classic Wit & Wisdom of Nancy Drew 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f859bbc9-6bcc-4274-a7f3-b41800245906 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 01 01 Permuted Press SIMO162 Permuted Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 7 in 02 177.8 mm 08 1.106 lb 08 17.696 oz 08 501.67 gr 27 15 9798895658833 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 02 70.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 70.00 0.00 20260910 02 80.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 80.00 0.00 20260910 Permuted Press AU 01 20270112 9798896362166 02 03 9798896362166 14 19798896362163 15 9798896362166 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>A Family Across Town</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>A</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Family Across Town</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>My Father's Double Life, A Memoir</Subtitle> 01 265368759 1 A01 Aynah V. Askanas Askanas, Aynah V. Aynah V. Askanas Aynah V. Askanas is a retired lawyer and college English instructor who has written countless legal briefs and graded even more English papers. She has also published numerous articles throughout her career in prominent medical-legal publications, the College English Journal, and, most recently, in the Mouthful of Salt Literary Journal. A Family Across Town, her debut memoir, will be released in January 2027. She lives with her husband in Ventura, California and enjoys a gorgeous view of the Pacific Ocean.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 FAM052000 VF 2.1 10 FAM041000 10 BIO022000 20 Secret family, double life, dysfunctional families, bigamy, father's secrets, parents with double life, Jewish family, secret marriage, generational trauma, secret second family, dad secret affair, fathers and daughters, sibling relationships, female book clubs, family psychology, healing as siblings, healing from family lies, healing from parent lies, married to two women, strong female character, adultery, betrayal, father has a second family, cheating on girlfriend or wife, narcissist father, psychopath father, sociopath father, insomnia trauma, family forgiveness, coming-of-age memoir, Los Angeles memoir, New York memoir, family shock, family dynamics, female rivalry for the same man, emotional resilience, psychological narratives 93 VF 01 01 01 02 For readers drawn to complex family narratives, a contemporary memoir about uncovering a life-altering family secret.

A Family Across Town is a riveting literary memoir about the devastating power of family secrets and the quiet damage caused by lives built on deceit. Growing up in a suburb of Los Angeles, Aynah Askanas and her three siblings always felt something was off in their family. Only in adulthood would the staggering truth be revealed: their father had a double life with another woman and two daughters just across town.

In the aftermath of that discovery, she begins to examine not only her father’s deception, but the emotional architecture that made it possible. Why would a man choose a life divided between two families? Why would her mother remain in a marriage to someone who was never fully present? And how did growing up inside a lie shape the identities, relationships, and well-being of the four siblings left to make sense of it all?

By turns reflective, darkly funny, candid, and shocking, A Family Across Town explores betrayal, family dysfunction, and the psychological cost of secrecy across generations. This memoir asks what happens when the people closest to us turn out to be strangers—and whether the truth can heal a family long after the damage is done.]]> 13 02 Aynah V. Askanas is a retired lawyer and college English instructor who has written countless legal briefs and graded even more English papers. She has also published numerous articles throughout her career in prominent medical-legal publications, the College English Journal, and, most recently, in the Mouthful of Salt Literary Journal. A Family Across Town, her debut memoir, will be released in January 2027. She lives with her husband in Ventura, California and enjoys a gorgeous view of the Pacific Ocean.]]> 08 02 —Kirkus Reviews]]> 08 02 —Leslie Johansen Nack, author of Nineteen

“This memoir reminds us that what is concealed does not disappear. It waits, quietly shaping the lives of everyone it touches. Read it!”—Kristina Amelong, author of What My Brother Knew

“A gripping family memoir crafted by an expert storyteller. Askanas depicts how the seemingly everyday moments of family life take on weighted meaning in the aftermath of a secret revealed . . . An unforgettable read.”—Vince Granata, author of Everything is Fine]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/6e0c298a-5e39-479c-a542-b3ed0036ea6e 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896362173 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896362203 02 03 9798896362203 14 19798896362200 15 9798896362203 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Forgotten Lands</TitleText> <Subtitle>Poems of the Ancestors</Subtitle> 01 265374265 1 A01 Lauren Martin Martin, Lauren Lauren Martin Lauren Martin is a psychotherapist, poet, and devoted Ìyânífá. She studied poetry at Sarah Lawrence College. She spent years writing without submitting her work due to a long shamanic journey that led her to both Ifá and the writing of this collection of poems. Lauren lives in Oakland, California.]]> 01 eng 104 00 104 03 POE023060 FA 2.1 10 POE024000 10 POE030000 20 Poetry books best sellers;Poetry about chronic illness and disability;Poems and prayers book;Way of the shaman book;Ifà poetry;Feminist spiritual poetry;Award-winning female poets;Ifá poetry;Òrìsà poetry;Oisha poetry;Poetry about self love;Poetry books for women rupi kaur;Poetry book paperback;Healing through poetry;Spirituality poems;Poetry;Poetry book;Feminist poetry;African diaspora spiritual writing;Feminist poetry books;Rupi kaur poetry;Way of the shaman;I hope you remember;Poetry books for women;Best selling poetry books;Nature form and spirit;Nature and spirit book;Poetry about nature;Poems and prayers;Grief poem book;Poems about love;Dare to let go;Devotions;Poems like mary oliver;Clint Smith;rilke;West African religion in poetry;Poetry on love and loss;Climate change;Self love poetry 93 FB 01 01 01 02 In the tradition of Joy Harjo and Sandra Cisneros, Forgotten Lands is a fearless poetry collection exploring disability, divinity, and erasure—offering a voice from the margins that refuses to be silenced.

After her acclaimed debut, psychotherapist and poet Lauren Martin returns with a luminous second collection written from a life changed by spinal cord injury. From the quiet of recovery, she turns to ritual, prayer, and language.

Rooted in the West African tradition of Ifá, and honoring the Òrìsà who walk with her, these poems move through love and loss, illness and the body, isolation and faith, and the daily politics of being overlooked.

With a voice both melodic and raw, Martin shifts between verse, haiku, and prose poems. She writes toward nature, toward God’s presence in all forms, and toward the fierce tenderness that survives transformation.

Forgotten Lands is poetry as prayer and protest—an offering what endures when everything else shifts.]]> 13 02 Lauren Martin is a psychotherapist, poet, and devoted Ìyânífá. She studied poetry at Sarah Lawrence College. She spent years writing without submitting her work due to a long shamanic journey that led her to both Ifá and the writing of this collection of poems. Lauren lives in Oakland, California.]]> 08 02 —Kirkus Reviews

“In this charged collection powered by fury, reconciliation, and the ghosts of the past, Martin has stitched together a tapestry of diverse poetic forms to create a woeful, impassioned battle cry for the love of humanity and the grief that is inheritance . . . Ifá-inspired poetry exploring femininity, climate change, and the passage of time.”—BookLIfe Reviews]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/8c53bc19-9e5b-4066-b38c-b3ed0036ed24 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896362210 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896362227 02 03 9798896362227 14 19798896362224 15 9798896362227 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback Singer Girls Series <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>I'll Take Maybe</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 265375472 1 A01 Risa Elliott Elliott, Risa Risa Elliott Risa Elliott is a retired lawyer and first-time author. After years of living in Southern California, she can now be found enjoying upstate New York with her partner, James. She has two daughters, ages twenty-six and thirty.]]> 01 eng 392 00 392 03 FIC045040 FA 2.1 10 FIC044000 10 FIC045000 20 Single mother;Rock and roll;Parent addiction;Cocaine addict;Alcohol abuse;St. Edwards Rehabilitation Hospital;Saratoga Springs National Park;Hudson;Mykonos;Humphrey Bogart ;Portland, Maine;single parents;divorce;Craftsman homes;mortgage brokers;post-partum depression;musicians born with an ear for music;Julliard School of Music;Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring;Beatles’ Eleanor Rigby;international rock and roll international tours 93 FB 01 01 01 02 For fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Daisy Jones and the Six, a contemporary women’s novel that delves into the intricate, unspoken love between a woman and the tortured father of her child as they navigate what could have been and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.

Rachel Singer is a responsible high school senior—one of the last people you’d expect to get pregnant. But when she does at nineteen, she makes the bold choice to keep the baby. With determination and creativity, she launches a business of her own that gives her the means to support herself and her daughter, Lila.

Rachel is reluctant to tell Lila’s biological father about their daughter’s existence. Cameron Fielding is a gifted but troubled twenty-five-year-old musician, haunted by the tragic death of his younger sister, consumed by addiction, and in no shape to be a parent. As he spirals through grief, anger, and self-destruction and struggles to find redemption, it’s hard to believe he will ever become the man Rachel and Lila deserve.

Spanning the years from Lila’s birth to her freshman year of college, I’ll Take Maybe traces the lives of Rachel and Cameron—their loves, losses, growth, and failures—and the complicated connection between them that never clarifies or fully fades. Heartfelt and honest, this is a story about second chances, enduring love, and the strength of friendship and family in the face of life’s unexpected challenges.]]> 13 02 Risa Elliott is a retired lawyer and first-time author. After years of living in Southern California, she can now be found enjoying upstate New York with her partner, James. She has two daughters, ages twenty-six and thirty.]]> 08 02 I’ll Take Maybe, we’re pulled into Rachel’s story from the first page, bearing witness to that relatable moment when the consequence of a decision is staring us in the face—and then get to follow along as she sets off to discover what love really means . . . and if the person she wants it from most, has it to give.”—Amy B. Scher, author of How to Heal Yourself When No One Else Can

“Elliott’s debut, I’ll Take Maybe, is a gripping family saga and love story that spans decades. Better still, it’s only the beginning of a trilogy that will have readers turning pages and hungry for more. The perfect vacation read!”—Donna Freitas, author of Stefi and the Spanish Prince and The Nine Lives of Rose Napolitano]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/5d601120-b9fd-4cd9-b98c-b3ed0036f077 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896362234 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896363620 02 03 9798896363620 14 19798896363627 15 9798896363620 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Objects May Appear</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Novel</Subtitle> 01 265484985 1 A01 Khristin Wierman Wierman, Khristin Khristin Wierman Khristin Wierman spent twenty years in marketing at Fortune 500 companies, building a career that was lucrative, ego-boosting, and a little bit soul-crushing. So she quit. And then had no idea what to do with her life. Writing novels ensued. Born and raised in a small East Texas town, Khristin came into this world a Dallas Cowboys fan and ardently believes “y’all” is a legitimate pronoun. She enjoys playing golf with her husband and stepson, poker, yoga, the Golden State Warriors, and the daily adventure of life with two precious cats. She lives in San Francisco, California.]]> 01 eng 344 00 344 03 FIC061000 FA 2.1 10 FIC044000 10 FIC071000 20 discovering your superpower;feel-good fiction;personal transformation self-help;magical realist fiction;self-care and wellness;healing from childhood trauma;becoming the person you choose to be;novels about self-discovery;novels about wellness;women friendship book;women’s domestic life fiction;mother daughter relationships;toxic parent;mothers children fiction;psychology humor;women humorous fiction;contemporary women fiction 93 FB 01 01 01 02 For fans of Evie Woods’s The Lost Bookshop and Matt Haig’s The Midnight Library, a contemporary women’s fiction novel with a fantasy twist about a woman who unlocks the ability to fly—only to discover just how many perils accompany that superpower.

Quinn has spent a lifetime unwinding from a childhood that was both magnificent and traumatizing. As a child actor, she was showered with attention and luxury even as she battled a mother who coveted her success—and eventually stole all her money.

Now, Quinn lives a quiet, peaceful life that once seemed impossible for someone like her—suburban neighborhood, loving husband, beloved Labrador retriever, and prickly-yet-adoring cat. Until, one day, something else impossible happens: On a random Tuesday, Quinn’s feet slip off the floor, and she finds herself flying along the ceiling of her living room.

Quinn’s neighbor, Georgia, is perhaps the only woman Quinn’s ever known who’s been a true friend and not a frenemy. Still excavating her life from the rubble of a brutal divorce, Georgia is in a deeply introspective place—and beginning to suspect something odd is happening with Quinn.

As Quinn grapples with her newfound abilities, the cornerstones of her desperately fought-for life are increasingly threatened. Standing on the precipice of life-changing expansion and staring at a chasm of uncertainty, Quinn must decide if the leap across is worth the risk. Because only by jumping will she find out what’s on the other side.]]> 13 02 Khristin Wierman spent twenty years in marketing at Fortune 500 companies, building a career that was lucrative, ego-boosting, and a little bit soul-crushing. So she quit. And then had no idea what to do with her life. Writing novels ensued. Born and raised in a small East Texas town, Khristin came into this world a Dallas Cowboys fan and ardently believes “y’all” is a legitimate pronoun. She enjoys playing golf with her husband and stepson, poker, yoga, the Golden State Warriors, and the daily adventure of life with two precious cats. She lives in San Francisco, California.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/c5f0c052-d3cb-43dd-ae44-b3ef0039bede 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896363637 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 22 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896363941 02 03 9798896363941 14 19798896363948 15 9798896363941 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Asymmetries</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Memoir of Difference</Subtitle> 01 265368890 1 A01 Caren Rabbino Rabbino, Caren Caren Rabbino Caren Rabbino founded Fast Forward Consulting in 1998 and is a certified mediator through the New York State Unified Court System. She co-founded Miami Light Project, a non-profit cultural organization now in its 36th year, and served on the boards of Hester Street Collaborative, the Iyengar Yoga Association of Greater New York, and Hidden Water. She earned degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and New York University. She lives in New York City, New York.]]> 01 eng 320 00 320 03 BIO033000 BG 2.1 10 OCC019000 10 PSY075000 20 Ableism;Limb loss memoir;Amputee memoir;Body acceptance;Childhood cancer survivor;Disability memoir;Femininity and disability;Iyengar Yoga;Prosthesis refusal;Body image recovery;Adaptive yoga;Yoga for amputees;Disability and sexuality;Miami Light Project;Narrative medicine (medical narratives);Prosthesis;Resilience;PTSD and the body;Disability stigma;Objectification;Resilience after illness;Solo travel with disability;Embodied knowledge 93 DB 01 01 01 02 An unflinching memoir of losing a leg to childhood cancer—and the lifelong work of reclaiming body, identity, and belonging beyond “normal.”

At fourteen, Caren Rabbino loses her leg to childhood cancer. The surgery saves her life—but it also fractures her relationship to her body, her family, and the world that suddenly reads as “other.”

In the years that follow, she navigates phantom limb pain and relentless pressure to “fix” herself, even as she tries to pass as normal to protect status, safety, and social mobility. She searches for belonging through work, art, and travel, while grappling with sexuality, objectification, and the particular loneliness of being visibly different.

Only after years of avoidance does she step into community—teaching yoga to an amputee group and discovering a grounded, hard-won form of embodied knowledge that cuts through shame and self-protection. Asymmetries is a candid story of survival and self-definition, asking what it means to inhabit a changed body—and to be seen, on purpose. ]]> 13 02 Caren Rabbino founded Fast Forward Consulting in 1998 and is a certified mediator through the New York State Unified Court System. She co-founded Miami Light Project, a non-profit cultural organization now in its 36th year, and served on the boards of Hester Street Collaborative, the Iyengar Yoga Association of Greater New York, and Hidden Water. She earned degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and New York University. She lives in New York City, New York.]]> 08 02 Asymmetries does everything memoir should do: it disrupts and delights. Rabbino artfully explores the unique conundrum of life in a non-normative body, using her experiences to challenge limited ideas about how this looks and feels. She also articulates the struggle we all face as embodied humans, disabled and temporarily able-bodied, to truly belong—to ourselves and to the world.”—Emily Black, author of My Left Leg]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/9b3bfa0b-72ad-4a4b-80f0-b3ed0036f941 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896363958 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896363965 02 03 9798896363965 14 19798896363962 15 9798896363965 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Fault Line Boy</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Mother's Reckoning with Epilepsy</Subtitle> 01 265369098 1 A01 Jen Murphy Parker Murphy Parker, Jen Jen Murphy Parker Jen Murphy Parker earned her master’s degree from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and is the author of a monthly Substack newsletter praised by Bloomsbury editor Callie Garnett for its “shrewd, palliative voice and thoughtful approach to the big questions found in life’s smallest moments.” Her essays have appeared in Hobart, Heimat Review, Cleaver Magazine, and other literary outlets.

In partnership with Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Lew’s neurologist, Jen raised more than $2 million to establish a pediatric center for comprehensive epilepsy care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital.

The mother of four children, she lives in Hillsborough, California, with her husband and youngest son.]]> 01 eng 232 00 232 03 HEA039110 VFM 2.1 10 FAM032000 10 BIO033000 20 Pediatric epilepsy;Childhood epilepsy;Seizures in kids;Books on Seizure disorder;Refractory epilepsy;Medical caregiving narrative;Drug-resistant epilepsy;Rare diagnosis;Sodium channel mutation;SCN1A mutation;Special needs parenting books;Genetic disorder;Severe myoclonic epilepsy;Dravet Syndrome;Convulsions in children;Families affected by epilepsy;UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital;Pediatric Epilepsy Center for Excellence (PECE);Dr. Joseph Sullivan;San Francisco;Under the Lights;Miles Levin;Intellectual Disability;Clinical trials with Fenfluramine ;Fintepla;Depakote;Onfi;Keppra;Chronic illness in children;Parenting through illness;Caregiving and resilience;Grief without death;Motherhood and sacrifice;Books for medical professionals;Book club memoirs 93 VFM 01 01 01 02 For readers of Joan Didion and Emily Rapp Black, Fault Line Boy follows one mother through the whiplash of raising a child with severe epilepsy. A clear-eyed memoir of medical motherhood, marriage under strain, and the hard-won joy that still finds its way in.

How do you stay upright in a world that won’t stop shaking?

When her youngest son, Lew, begins experiencing relentless seizures, the life Jen Murphy Parker thought she knew—and the ordinary chaos of raising four children—disappears overnight. What follows is a crash course in pediatric neurology: ambulance rides, ICU nights, medication trials, and the slow, brutal math of risk.

With lyrical precision and humor, Parker captures the story of endurance and recalibration, of marriage and motherhood under pressure, and of the strange intimacy that grows inside long-term caregiving.

Yet as Jen learns to live alongside uncertainty, she also finds a quiet thread of resilience: moments of joy, wonder, and real happiness. For parents, caregivers, and readers of narrative nonfiction, Fault Line Boy is an unflinching, luminous memoir about loving a child with rare pediatric epilepsy—and learning how to keep choosing a life, even when nothing feels steady.]]> 13 02 Jen Murphy Parker earned her master’s degree from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and is the author of a monthly Substack newsletter praised by Bloomsbury editor Callie Garnett for its “shrewd, palliative voice and thoughtful approach to the big questions found in life’s smallest moments.” Her essays have appeared in Hobart, Heimat Review, Cleaver Magazine, and other literary outlets.

In partnership with Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Lew’s neurologist, Jen raised more than $2 million to establish a pediatric center for comprehensive epilepsy care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital.

The mother of four children, she lives in Hillsborough, California, with her husband and youngest son.]]> 08 02 Fault Line Boy is an unforgettable story of what it’s like for motherhood to not turn out exactly as expected. Whether Jen is trying to understand her son’s seizures or trying to make sense of the lessons of her life, she writes with honesty, humor, and grace.”—Chelsea Hodson, author of Tonight I’m Someone Else

“Fault Line Boy is a magnificent book. Parker’s gorgeous writing—infused with wisdom, warmth, and grace—bursts off the page. It’s moving, fast-moving, and profoundly powerful. Laughter and hope where you least expect it. A flat-out superb memoir. And fair warning: you’re about to fall in love with a boy named Lew.”—Dave Isay, Peabody award winner, Macarthur Fellow and Founder of StoryCorps, and author of Callings]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/dd5bebc1-1e5d-4848-900b-b3ed0036fc2a 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896363972 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798896363989 02 03 9798896363989 14 19798896363986 15 9798896363989 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Cartography of Loss</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Widowhood in Essays</Subtitle> 01 265230753 1 A01 Karen Paul Paul, Karen Karen Paul Karen Paul has written about caregiving, parenting, marriage, death, loss, and grief for outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Lilith, Modern Loss, Open Secrets, and Motherwell, as well as literary magazines and anthologies. Her short story “Vertigo” won the Lilith Short Fiction Contest. Karen holds an MFA in creative nonfiction from Vermont College of Fine Arts and facilitates grief-writing workshops locally and online. She lives in Takoma Park, Maryland, with Bo, a black-and-white dog who rescued her family. ]]> 01 eng 232 00 232 03 FAM014000 VF 2.1 10 BIO022000 10 LCO010000 20 Books like The Year of Magical Thinking; Black Widow; Terrible, Thanks for Asking; Funny grief book; Memoir in essays; Brain cancer caregiving; Self Help after husband dies; stories; books about losing a partner; Losing a wife; Jenny Lisk; Leslie Gray Street; Nora McInerny; Finding joy; Starting over after death; Widow suport; Terminal illness memoir; Midlife reinvention; Diseases & Physical Ailments; Women’s issues; Parenting; Anticipatory grief; Defiance; 93 VF 01 01 01 02 For fans of Jenny Lisk’s Future Widow, a tender memoir-in-essays about rebuilding after losing a spouse to brain cancer, Cartography of Loss explores caregiving and reveals how life after loss reshapes everything, even new love.

When her husband is diagnosed with glioblastoma, Karen Paul becomes a full-time caregiver overnight. Their marriage, the landscape of which had always shown fractures, is instantly and radically transformed. Years after the long vigil of illness and his death, Karen faces the uneasy recalibration that follows and a new identity she never asked for: widow.

Told in three parts, Cartography of Loss chronicles the very particular and personal—from hospital corridors and hospice visits to tattoos and the strange circumstance of falling in love again. Along the journey, readers bear witness through stages of early widowhood, life’s continuance in spite of unbearable grief, and the echoes of losses compounded over a lifetime.

Exploring how a widow must learn to map out her life in new ways after devastating loss, Paul’s is more than a grief memoir, it’s a clear-eyed, often funny exploration of how loss rearranges a life—and proof that even after the unimaginable, there is a way forward, one essay at a time.]]> 13 02 Karen Paul has written about caregiving, parenting, marriage, death, loss, and grief for outlets including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Lilith, Modern Loss, Open Secrets, and Motherwell, as well as literary magazines and anthologies. Her short story “Vertigo” won the Lilith Short Fiction Contest. Karen holds an MFA in creative nonfiction from Vermont College of Fine Arts and facilitates grief-writing workshops locally and online. She lives in Takoma Park, Maryland, with Bo, a black-and-white dog who rescued her family. ]]> 08 02 —Jenny Lisk, author of Future Widow and Finding My Voice, and founder of Widowed Parent Institute

“Karen Paul digs into the marrow of grief, of living and of surviving with the most gorgeous, unblinking eye. Her candor and transparency about some of the most painful things that can happen to a human is a gift.”—Leslie Gray Streeter, author of Black Widow

“Karen Paul chronicles unimaginable loss with courage. This profound memoir reminds us that loss and joy can coexist and that telling our stories helps light the path for others walking through darkness.”—Sheryl Sandberg, founder and author of Lean In and Option B

“Life. Death. Love. Loss. Karen Paul explores and deconstructs these large thematic concerns in her stunning and important memoir. This memoir is not a treatise of self-sacrifice, however. It’s far more emotionally complex, nuanced, and wrenchingly honest. You won’t get easy answers reading this book—and thank goodness for that. Instead, you’ll learn about the heart’s multifaceted chambers.”—Sue William Silverman, author of Selected Misdemeanors

"Paul's debut memoir takes the reader on an intimate journey into her family's home and her damaged marriage, while showing us the true meaning of commitment and the weight of the vow 'for better or for worse'."—Jennifer Lang, author of Places We Left Behind

“Karen Paul’s searing essays about losing her husband to brain cancer resist the feel-good parameters of grieving as ‘process.’ Rather, we’re guided sensitively and honestly through necessarily raw territory. Essential reading for anyone who has ever felt unmoored by loss or isolated in their heartbreak. Karen Paul sees you.”—Leslie Pietrzyk, author of This Angel on My Chest

“A book of such beauty and resolve that readers can’t help but feel truly inspired, and not just by the stories, but also by the artful prose, the ways in which language both conveys pain and shields us from it, because the author has herself found a way through.”—Patrick Madden, author of Disparate

“Resisting the temptation to twist loss into a storybook ending, Karen Paul’s frank and powerful Cartography of Loss instead offers us something real. This is a bracingly wise exploration of death’s before, during, and after.”—David Ebenbach, author of Possible Happiness

“Cartography of Loss is a clear-eyed, compassionate meditation on how grief shapes a life. Her [Paul’s] voice is honest and wry, a companion for anyone navigating sorrow and seeking a way forward.”—Rebecca Soffer, author of The Modern Loss Handbook

“Cartography of Loss is the rare grief book that tells the truth: that love, resentment, devotion, exhaustion, dark humor, and bone-deep loneliness can all coexist in the same hour. I will be pressing this book into the hands of mourners, caregivers, and the friends who want to help them; it is a fiercely honest, unexpectedly comforting companion that gently insists that every feeling along the way is heartbreakingly normal.”—Rabbi Shira Stutman, author of The Jewish Way to a Good Life and cohost of Chutzpod

“These essays are a meditation—a tapestry of past and present; a ‘grief gospel’; an act of reclamation. Paul writes with precision and grace about the overlapping losses that have shaped her life. Forsaking easy answers in favor of hard-won insight, Cartography of Loss accomplishes what the best writing does: By holding one life honestly up to the light, it refracts far beyond itself. A brilliant collection. Unflinching and wise. An absolutely powerful debut.”—Sonja Livingston, author of Ghostbread]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/e4593c94-6002-48a1-83b0-b3ed0036ff6c 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 01 01 She Writes Press SIMO978 She Writes Press 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.5 in 01 215.9 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.463 lb 08 7.408 oz 08 210.01 gr 27 15 9798896363996 Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 32 02 34.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 34.99 0.00 20260910 02 39.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 She Writes Press AU 01 20270112 9798897106318 02 03 9798897106318 14 19798897106315 15 9798897106318 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Great Age of Storytelling</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The </TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Great Age of Storytelling</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>The Glory Days of Adventurers and Rogues, Time Travelers and Great Detectives</Subtitle> 01 263737411 1 A01 Michael Dirda Dirda, Michael Michael Dirda Michael Dirda is a Pulitzer Prize-winning critic and longtime book columnist for The Washington Post. He was once chosen by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the twenty-five smartest people in our nation’s capital (but, as Michael says, you have to consider the competition). He also writes regularly for the Times Literary Supplement; the New York Review of Books and other literary journals. His previous publications include the memoir An Open Book, five collections of essays—Readings, Bound to Please, Book by Book, Classics for Pleasure, Browsings (also availble from Pegasus Books)—and On Conan Doyle, for which he won an Edgar Award. A lifelong Sherlock Holmes and Conan Doyle fan, he was inducted into The Baker Street Irregulars in 2002. He lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.]]> 01 eng 576 00 576 03 LIT007000 DSR 2.1 10 LIT004120 10 LIT024040 20 Kidnapped;The Prisoner of Zenda;The Island of Dr. Moreau;Kim;Ghost Stories of an Antiquary;The Scarlet Pimpernel;Trent’s Last Case;Captain Blood;The Enchanted Castle;the Man Who Was Thursday;The Great Age of Storytelling;michael dirda;comfort literature;the washington post;washington post;dirda;browsings;sherlock holmes;moriarty;adventure viction;black lizard;pulps;romance;historical romance;Stanley J. Weyman;Richard Marsh;the Beetle;dracula;Walter Besant;The Revolt of Man;comic novels;F. Anstey;Barry Pain;J. Storer Clouston;P.G. Wodehouse;Arthur Conan Doyle;Professor Moriarty;Guy Boothby;Dr. Nikola;Sax Rohmer;Dr. Fu Manchu;Elizabeth Thomasina Meade;Robert Eustace;Madame Koluchy;Anthony Skene;Monsieur Zenith;E.R. Eddison;The Worm Ouroboros;E.A. Wyke-Smith;the Marvellous Land of Snergs;Tolkien;The Hobbit;Margaret Irwin;Still She Wished for Company;Owen Gregory;Mecannia;the Super-State;Katharine Burdekin;Swastika Night;Browsings;Classics for Pleasure;Bound to Please;books about books;Larry McMurtry;Lonely Doves 93 DSR 93 DSRC 01 01 01 02 With infectious enthusiasm, "the best read person in America"—as Pulitzer Prize-winner Michael Dirda has been called—aims to rekindle our passion for classic works of adventure, mystery, fantasy and romance.

Kidnapped, The Prisoner of Zenda, The Island of Dr. Moreau, Kim, Ghost Stories of an Antiquary, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Trent’s Last Case, Captain Blood, The Enchanted Castle, The Man Who Was Thursday—these are just a few of the many wonderful works reclaimed for 21st-century readers in Michael Dirda’s The Great Age of Storytelling. Focusing on the period between 1880 and 1930 in England, The Great Age of Storytelling is both a celebration of some of the world’s best “comfort reading” and an introduction to many of the foundational masterpieces of modern genre literature.

Known for his engagingly conversational style, Dirda, a longtime book columnist for The Washington Post, also champions lesser-known works deserving renewed attention today. Readers will be introduced to the thrilling historical romances of Stanley J. Weyman, Richard Marsh's daringly transgressive and macabre chiller, The Beetle (which appeared the same year as Dracula and outsold it), Walter Besant's The Revolt of Man, which reverses the traditional roles of the sexes, and the comic novels of F. Anstey, Barry Pain, J. Storer Clouston and other precursors of P.G. Wodehouse (whose early work is also included).

And that's just a beginning. Who can forget those sinister yet beguiling rivals of Arthur Conan Doyle's Professor Moriarty such as Guy Boothby's suave Dr. Nikola, Sax Rohmer's insidious Dr. Fu Manchu, Elizabeth Thomasina Meade and Robert Eustace's beautiful and ruthless Madame Koluchy, or Anthony Skene's world-weary Monsieur Zenith? There are appreciations, too, of E.R. Eddison's epic The Worm Ouroboros, E.A. Wyke-Smith's The Marvellous Land of Snergs (which influenced Tolkien's The Hobbit), Margaret Irwin's poignant time-slip romance, Still She Wished for Company, and, not least, such cautionary fables as Owen Gregory's Mecannia, the Super-State and Katharine Burdekin's prescient Swastika Night.

Capacious and absorbing, The Great Age of Storytelling can be enjoyed both for the pleasure of Dirda's bookish company and as a guide to a lost world of compulsively entertaining fiction. As admirers of Michael Dirda's earlier books know—these include Browsings, Classics for Pleasure and Bound to Please, among others—he has devoted his life to promoting reading, especially the reading of the great works of the past. The Great Age of Storytelling may be his magnum opus.]]> 13 02 Michael Dirda is a Pulitzer Prize-winning critic and longtime book columnist for The Washington Post. He was once chosen by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the twenty-five smartest people in our nation’s capital (but, as Michael says, you have to consider the competition). He also writes regularly for the Times Literary Supplement; the New York Review of Books and other literary journals. His previous publications include the memoir An Open Book, five collections of essays—Readings, Bound to Please, Book by Book, Classics for Pleasure, Browsings (also availble from Pegasus Books)—and On Conan Doyle, for which he won an Edgar Award. A lifelong Sherlock Holmes and Conan Doyle fan, he was inducted into The Baker Street Irregulars in 2002. He lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.]]> 08 02 Praise for The Great Age of Storytelling:

"A capacious appreciation of British fiction. Pulitzer Prize–winning critic Dirda ranges through British literature from 1880 to 1930, the fertile literary period that he considers produced the most memorable popular fiction. Every page of this generous compendium reflects Dirda’s unabashed reading pleasure. A genial, enthusiastic guide.”]]> Kirkus Reviews 08 02 Praise for Michael Dirda:

"A rambunctious personality wanders the aisles of rare-book stores; musing about language, aging and traffic; and catching up with fellow aficionados of the weird and the obscure. The innumerable forgotten books he catalogs are captivating.”]]> The New York Times 08 02 Azar Nafisi, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reading Lolita in Tehran and The Republic of Imagination 08 02 Larry McMurtry, Harper's Magazine 08 02 ]]> Minneapolis Star Tribune 08 02 The Wall Street Journal 08 02 Alberto Manguel, author of A History of Reading 08 02 ]]> The Los Angeles Review of Books 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b81e5d23-c180-4135-86c2-b4110025bd1e 01 Pegasus Books SIMO740 Pegasus Books 01 01 Pegasus Books SIMO740 Pegasus Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.595 lb 08 25.52 oz 08 723.48 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 59.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 02 69.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 69.99 0.00 20260910 Pegasus Books AU 01 20270112 9798901801024 03 03 9798901801024 14 19798901801021 15 9798901801024 11 BC B102 Trade Paperback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Great Healthcare Disruption</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Great Healthcare Disruption</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine</Subtitle> 01 264238669 1 A01 Marschall Runge Runge, Marschall Marschall Runge MARSCHALL S. RUNGE, M.D., Ph.D., is the former executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. During his tenure in these leadership roles, Dr. Runge implemented transformative change and positioned Michigan Medicine and the Medical School internationally for continued success.]]> 01 eng 216 00 216 03 MED035000 10 MED003040 10 BUS103000 20 health care delivery;organizational change;expert systems;medical technology;artificial intelligence in healthcare;medical policy development;innovation in medicine;healthcare innovation;medical disruptions;digital health;health policy;retail healthcare;gene therapy;healthcare accessibility;future of medicine;business transformation;behavioral health;healthcare economics;medical leadership;patient care;hospitals;science advancements;doctor tools;hospital tools;medical ethics 93 MBP 93 KJU 01 01 01 02 Discover the innovations transforming medicine—and the fight to make care more equitable, accessible, and effective.

In The Great Healthcare Disruption, Dr. Marschall Runge—cardiologist, researcher, and CEO of Michigan Medicine—offers a gripping, insider’s look at the forces rapidly reshaping American healthcare. From artificial intelligence and retail medicine to revolutionary gene therapies and next-generation obesity drugs, this is your essential guide to the most significant transformation in medical care since the discovery of antibiotics.

Inside you’ll explore:

The rise of Big Tech in medicine—how Amazon, Google, and other disruptors are redefining the patient experience

Breakthrough treatments and AI-driven diagnostics reshaping chronic disease management, behavioral health, and drug development

The hidden trade-offs of innovation—how cutting-edge care delivery models are improving outcomes while straining the systems meant to support them

Why traditional institutions must evolve—and how academic medical centers can remain vital in a tech-driven world

Hard truths about access, equity, and affordability—and what must change to make healthcare work for everyone

With rich storytelling, sharp insights, and practical solutions, Dr. Runge cuts through the complexity of modern medicine to offer a bold, balanced path forward.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, policy leader, or curious reader, The Great Healthcare Disruption is your guide to understanding—and shaping—the revolution already underway.

USA Today Bestseller
2025 Global Book Awards Gold Medalist in Organizational Change]]> 13 02 MARSCHALL S. RUNGE, M.D., Ph.D., is the former executive vice president for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan, dean of the Medical School, and CEO of Michigan Medicine. During his tenure in these leadership roles, Dr. Runge implemented transformative change and positioned Michigan Medicine and the Medical School internationally for continued success.]]> 08 02 — Sanjay Gupta, MD
Associate Chief of Neurosurgery, Grady Memorial Hospital; Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, Emory University School of Medicine; Chief Medical Correspondent, CNN; bestselling author and host of Chasing Life podcast

“Dr. Marschall Runge delivers a bold and visionary roadmap for transforming American healthcare. With clarity and conviction, he explores how emerging technologies can revolutionize care—making it more affordable, equitable, and effective for all. But this is more than a call for innovation—it is a call for accountability. Dr. Runge challenges us to ask who truly benefits from progress, who is being left behind, and what courageous leadership must look like in this era of unprecedented disruption. This is a vital and timely contribution to the urgent conversation about the future of medicine—and what it must become to serve society in the 21st century.”
— Victor J. Dzau, MD
President, National Academy of Medicine; Chancellor Emeritus, Duke University Health System

“In a pivotal era marked by entrepreneurship, innovation, and significant change in healthcare, Dr. Marschall Runge, a physician and healthcare leader, stands out as a seasoned voice in American medicine, speaking with both candor and courage. The Great Healthcare Disruption serves as a masterclass in leadership, exposing the systemic failures of our healthcare system, while presenting pragmatic solutions for reinvention. This book is not merely an academic text; it's a comprehensive blueprint for the bold transformation our nation urgently needs.”
— Michael M.E. Johns, MD
Executive Vice President for Health Affairs Emeritus, Emory University; Founding CEO Emory Healthcare; Former Dean, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

“The American healthcare landscape is undergoing drastic changes, some of which are necessary, while others are problematic. Dr. Marschall Runge, who has led one of the leading US health systems and medical schools, is in a perfect position—and comes through—with an exceptionally thoughtful and thorough analysis, along with proposing solutions and policy changes.”
— Eric Topol, MD
Professor and EVP, Scripps Research; Founder and Director, SRTI

“In The Great Healthcare Disruption, Dr. Marschall Runge provides both a compelling case and detailed plan for the reimagination of healthcare. He is as practical as he is inspirational, calling upon leaders to follow a roadmap designed to make care more customer focused—easy to access, affordable, and rooted in prevention. As a fellow healthcare leader who also believes in the urgent need for industry transformation, I deeply appreciate Dr. Runge’s bold vision and dedication to fixing what is broken.”
— Pete McCanna
CEO, Baylor Scott & White Health

“Health care is arguably moving faster than at any time since the era of vaccines and antibiotics a century ago. Runge hits the most important disruptors—AI, retail medicine, GLP-1 agonists, personalized therapies—with the rigor and relatability uniquely brought by a physician and scientific leader. In addition to insightful reviews of each, he lays out how these innovations relate to and accelerate one another. While acknowledging the potential risks, Runge presents a compelling vision by which we move past the stagnant, expensive, and often underperforming health care system of today.”
— John Birkmeyer, MD
President, Sound Physicians; Professor (adjunct), Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice

“The Great Healthcare Disruption is a must-read for all who are passionate about improving healthcare and health outcomes in a financially sustainable way. Dr. Runge provides practical perspectives as an experienced clinician and prominent executive on one of the most important challenges facing the United States. Against a backdrop of challenging consumer expectations for unlimited care and access, Dr. Runge discusses the significant challenges across key sectors of the U.S. healthcare system from a global perspective. He highlights the ethical and financial dilemmas for access to care and breakthrough therapies and drugs. Dr. Runge offers a future-forward roadmap and thought-provoking prescriptions for improving health outcomes while reducing healthcare costs.”
— Mark Hussey
CEO and President, Huron Consulting

"I loved the fact that the book summarizes Dr. Runge’s assertions with ‘The Takeaway’, which provided a time to reflect... [I] hope and pray we can realize the need to collectively focus our resources on the many topics that Dr. Runge raised… merging mental health with primary care; using AI to address scarcity and access issues; and a focus on genetic medicine. Seemingly obvious, but not yet tackled in our healthcare delivery system."
— Stephanie L. Reel
Former CIO, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Johns Hopkins Health System, and Johns Hopkins University]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/011e37eb-7542-4186-a4ce-b48200249eb9 01 Forbes Books SIMN659 Forbes Books 01 01 Forbes Books SIMN659 Advantage Media 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 0.6 in 03 15.24 mm 08 0.7 lb 08 11.2 oz 08 317.51 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 34 02 39.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 39.99 0.00 20260910 02 46.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 46.99 0.00 20260910 Advantage Media AU 01 20270112 9798902680000 02 03 9798902680000 14 19798902680007 15 9798902680000 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Earn the Right to Win</TitleText> <Subtitle>Focus on What Matters, Accelerate Your Potential, and Achieve Extraordinary Success</Subtitle> 01 262988327 1 A01 Bill Canady Canady, Bill Bill Canady Bill Canady 01 eng 288 00 288 03 BUS107000 10 SEL027000 10 SEL021000 20 business strategy book; winning strategy; focused execution; strategic clarity; earning success; winning in business; leadership playbook; CEO leadership book; turnaround leadership; executive decision making; leading with precision; high performance leadership; execution strategy; 80/20 principle in business; prioritization for leaders; goal setting framework; data driven leadership; book for business leaders; book for executives; leadership book for managers 01 01 01 02 Win more by doing less of what doesn’t matter. Simplify your strategy, accelerate your results, and build unstoppable momentum toward what truly counts.

Grounded in real-world turnaround leadership, this playbook is your guide to aligning your life and career around the few moves that create outsized results. In Earn the Right to Win, Bill Canady distills decades of CEO experience into a clear, no-nonsense system you can use immediately to set bold goals, focus your resources, and execute when it counts most.

You’ll learn a practical toolkit you can deploy in a single quarter and keep compounding for years, including 80/20 analysis, 100-day launch plans, and fast, feedback-driven decision loops. Through memorable frameworks, like the OODA Loop for speed, the Flywheel for momentum, and the Four Commandments and Four Bees for persuasion—Canady shows exactly how to replace overwhelm with strategic clarity and forward motion. You’ll discover how to:

Pick goals fast, make them measurable, and launch with focus and discipline

Cut through noise with data—focusing on your highest-value priorities and eliminating distractions

Turn disruption into advantage by making faster, smarter decisions under pressure

Sustain progress by leading with precision, building momentum, and communicating to win

Direct, practical, and unpretentious, Earn the Right to Win is a field guide for ambitious people who want results that matter across all spheres of life—without burning out or getting lost in busywork. Because winning isn’t accidental—it’s earned through focused leadership, repeatable systems, and decisive action.]]> 13 02 From Panic to Profit (Wiley, 2025) and The 80/20 CEO (Köehlerbooks, 2024), Bill Canady has worked for over 30 years as a global business executive across a variety of industries and markets focused on industrial and consumer products and services. He is CEO of two companies with a combined revenue of $2.5 billion. As CEO of OTC Industrial Technologies, a private equity-sponsored company, he directs an organization with 30 operating companies, $1 billion in annual sales, 2,000+ employees, and over 70 sites.

Bill has led numerous organizations through their most critical challenges and opportunities, often in complicated regulatory, investor, and media environments. Through his long career, he has honed a passion for the art and science of business, developing a set of tools and techniques to grow multibillion-dollar companies. From this experience, he created the Profitable Growth Operating System® (PGOS), helping owners and operators around the world profitably grow their companies.

He graduated summa cum laude from Elmhurst University with a bachelor of science in business administration and received his MBA from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. He is a proud veteran of the United States Navy.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/ca08696c-770d-4a27-b9f7-b3ca00358c3c 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 Matt Holt Books 01 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 03 1 in 03 25.4 mm 08 1 lb 08 16 oz 08 453.59 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 24 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9798902680024 02 03 9798902680024 14 19798902680021 15 9798902680024 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>12 Guys Walk Into a Kitchen</TitleText> <Subtitle>A Memoir of an American Family</Subtitle> 01 262988367 1 A01 Ryan Conner Conner, Ryan Ryan Conner Ryan Conner is a writer and stand-up comedian. He was born and raised in Virginia and now lives in Los Angeles with his girlfriend, his dog, and four million other people. He has performed on and written for several television shows. The Washington Post called him “probably the most singular comedian in America.” On NBC’s Last Comic Standing, judge Norm Macdonald called one of his sets “the best [he’s] seen in five years.”]]> Ryan Conner 01 eng 256 00 256 03 HUM011000 10 BIO026000 10 BIO005000 20 autobiographical essays; personal essay collection; coming of age memoir; growing up stories; family memoir; life stories with humor; standup comic; standup comedian; comedian memoir; multiracial family memoir; adoption stories; growing up adopted; family diversity; unconventional family; race and identity memoir; cultural differences; stories about race; diversity and inclusion stories; American identity; book for stand up comedy fans; personal essays; modern humor writing; fans of David Sedaris; books about family and belonging 01 01 01 02 A stand-up comic’s collection of stories offer a humorous and sincere exploration of culture and family, as one of twelve children raised in a multiracial family.

Growing up as a white kid with six Black brothers, two white brothers, two from Vietnam, and one from China, comedian Ryan Conner’s family gave him a unique perspective on what it means to be American, one that he brings to the stage and now, for the first time, to the page.

In 12 Guys Walk Into a Kitchen, Conner tells hilarious stories that also tackle assumptions too often made about race, culture, and identity—and offers powerful and funny insights on the unifying power of family, empathy, and redemption.

Read his stories of refugee flights, adoption hardship, love overcoming hate, factory closures, leisure suits, bullying, comedy icons, what happens when a kid who's never broken a rule goes to college and works for a drug front, the life of a comic, poverty, the worst wedding toast in history, ambition vs family, and maybe an orgy. Wild and heart-filled anecdotes are told against the backdrop of a home life that made their lives ordinary in every meaningful sense.

Through sharp, comedic storytelling, discover a message of hope in these divisive times: that diversity isn’t a burden, it’s our greatest strength. And at the end of the day, nearly everything but family is meaningless.

For fans of David Sedaris, standup lovers, and those seeking an optimistic story that bridges cultural divides, 12 Guys Walk Into a Kitchen is the humorous but heartfelt antidote to the wedges that threaten to lie between us. Timely yet timeless, this autobiographical collection of complementary stories invites readers to laugh, to listen, and to see beauty in the differences that make us who we are.]]> 13 02 Ryan Conner is a writer and stand-up comedian. He was born and raised in Virginia and now lives in Los Angeles with his girlfriend, his dog, and four million other people. He has performed on and written for several television shows. The Washington Post called him “probably the most singular comedian in America.” On NBC’s Last Comic Standing, judge Norm Macdonald called one of his sets “the best [he’s] seen in five years.”]]> 08 02 —Wanda Sykes

“I've worked with Ryan for 12 years and always knew he was a hilarious writer, but this memoir blew me away. 12 Guys Walk Into a Kitchen is an inspiring, laugh-out-loud story about brotherhood, diversity, and the undeniable power of family.”
—Rob Dyrdek, Host, MTV’s Ridiculousness

“Ryan Conner is a great comedian and author. The story of his family is one I've known for decades. To finally read it in detail in book form is a must!”
—Rory Scovel, Comedian and Actor

“Ryan and I met in the casting room for a pilot called Fugly and the rest is herstory. He is a fantastic comedian and writer whose story has needed to be put on the page for way too long. 12 Guys Walk Into a Kitchen is a long overdue detailing of a comedy titan’s wild origin and it is a triumph. ”
—Chris Fleming, Comedian

“I’ve been watching Ryan perform onstage since I was 17 years old, and there’s always been something so captivating about his storytelling. So of course I wasn’t surprised that he published this great book about his family.”
—Jermaine Fowler, Comedian, Actor, and former roommate]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/f7712194-a3a2-4f5b-a705-b4110025bff7 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 Matt Holt Books 01 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.983 lb 08 15.728 oz 08 445.88 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9798902680048 02 03 9798902680048 14 19798902680045 15 9798902680048 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Lost Innocent World</TitleText> <Subtitle>Chronicles of a Ukrainian Punk Rocker in the Free World</Subtitle> 01 262988409 1 A01 Eugene Hutz Hutz, Eugene Eugene Hutz Eugene Hutz is unquestionably the most famous Ukrainian musician in the world. He leads Gogol Bordello, the preeminent and internationally famed “gypsy punk” band with fans and followers in the millions. With his inimitable songwriting and charismatic stage presence, he has guided his group through eight successful studio albums (so far) and two decades of sold out shows from New York to London to Istanbul. As an actor, he has starred in acclaimed films such as Everything Is Illuminated (2005). He is also a highly in-demand DJ, event host, guest musician, and political activist.]]> 2 A02 Katherine Yeske Taylor Taylor, Katherine Yeske Katherine Yeske Taylor Katherine Yeske Taylor began her career as a rock critic in Atlanta in the 1990s, interviewing Georgia musical royalty such as the Indigo Girls, R.E.M., and the Black Crowes while still a teenager. Since then, she has conducted thousands of interviews and contributes regularly to Billboard, Spin, and American Songwriter, among others. She authored She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism (Backbeat Books, 2024). She is a longtime New York City resident.]]> Eugene Hutz 01 eng 272 00 272 03 MUS035000 10 HIS067000 10 BIO026000 20 music memoir; musician autobiography; rock memoir; punk rock memoir; artist life story; music biography; punk rock culture; hardcore punk scene; alternative music history; underground music memoir; Gogol Bordello book; gypsy punk; world punk music; immigrant punk band; Eastern European punk; immigrant memoir; cultural identity memoir; Ukrainian artist memoir; Eastern European culture; music industry; book for music fans; memoir for punk fans; 01 01 01 02 Join Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hutz on his explosive journey from Ukrainian refugee to famed global punk icon, acclaimed thespian, cultural rebel, and vital political force.

Eugene Hutz’s journey from his Romani “gypsy” roots, family interrogations for being “anti-Soviet,” and European refugee camps to a crash landing in his beloved New York hardcore scene may sound like a Tarantino movie, but it’s only the beginning of Eugene’s trajectory.

Born and raised in Boyarka, Ukraine, where a century earlier Sholem Aleichem wrote his world-famous tales, and “pickled in its mystical vitamins,” Eugene discovers rock 'n' roll music through his Western-spirited, freedom-loving father.

Uprooted by the Chernobyl disaster and inspired by a Sonic Youth concert in Kiev in 1989, Eugene embarks “to find his own sonic heart” in NYC. Follow along as he goes from being brutally discouraged by his Soviet music teachers to making records with Rick Rubin and headlining major world festivals.

The real punk saga kicks off when Eugene and his kin score asylum in the USA. Safe in Vermont, but itching for rebellion, he grinds for years before birthing Gogol Bordello, a badass musical fusion labeled "gypsy punk"—a raw blend of traditional Eastern European music and punk that enraptures global music maniacs.

Gogol Bordello is a wild, visionary cadre of immigrant musicians, artists, and outsiders, whose border-blasting message of inclusion and personal liberation—coupled with their musical supercollider style—have made them one of the world’s most vital and explosive live acts.

The band became the darlings of artists, tastemakers, and fashion icons, landing a breakthrough gig at the Whitney Biennial in 2002 that would raise their profile and launch their international career. Their embrace of multiculturalism created a unique style that seamlessly blends the disparate.

Lost Innocent World is Eugene’s deeply personal account of surviving conflict and displacement and a reminder of how powerful music can be in raising the resilience of the dispossessed.]]> 13 02 Eugene Hutz is unquestionably the most famous Ukrainian musician in the world. He leads Gogol Bordello, the preeminent and internationally famed “gypsy punk” band with fans and followers in the millions. With his inimitable songwriting and charismatic stage presence, he has guided his group through eight successful studio albums (so far) and two decades of sold out shows from New York to London to Istanbul. As an actor, he has starred in acclaimed films such as Everything Is Illuminated (2005). He is also a highly in-demand DJ, event host, guest musician, and political activist.

Katherine Yeske Taylor began her career as a rock critic in Atlanta in the 1990s, interviewing Georgia musical royalty such as the Indigo Girls, R.E.M., and the Black Crowes while still a teenager. Since then, she has conducted thousands of interviews and contributes regularly to Billboard, Spin, and American Songwriter, among others. She authored She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism (Backbeat Books, 2024). She is a longtime New York City resident.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/dc1cc440-4205-4555-86e6-b3f800371a91 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 Matt Holt Books 01 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 1.06 lb 08 16.96 oz 08 480.81 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9798902680116 02 03 9798902680116 14 19798902680113 15 9798902680116 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>Elon Take the Wheel</TitleText> <Subtitle>The Danger and Delusion of Tesla's Self-Driving Technology</Subtitle> 01 263364112 1 A01 Edward Niedermeyer Niedermeyer, Edward Edward Niedermeyer Edward Niedermeyer began covering the auto industry in 2008, quickly establishing himself as a leading chronicler and critic of the struggles and bailouts of GM and Chrysler. More recently he has focused on the collision between the auto industry and high tech sector, and the reinvention of the automobile. His work on automotive topics has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, BloombergView, The Daily Beast, The Verge, and elsewhere. He is the cohost of The Autonocast, a podcast about the future of mobility; a consulting producer of the major documentary film Musk; and the program director for the Ride AI Summit, the premier gathering of leaders in the driving automation space. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his partner and cats.]]> 01 eng 288 00 288 03 TEC009090 10 BUS070020 10 BIO013000 20 elon musk net worth; elon musk ai; elon musk; elon musk books; tesla; tesla books; elon musk nonfiction; tesla nonfiction; self driving cars; automation; self driving technology; automation books; are self driving cars real; do self driving cars work; silicon valley; silicon valley books; silicon valley takedown; automotive technology; electric cars; electric cars book; auto industry; auto industry books; tech industry books; tesla takedown book; artificial intelligence; artificial intelligence books; smart cars; autonomous cars; autonomous technology; autonomous tech; robotaxi; driverless; future of driving; autonomous driving; transportation books; 01 01 01 02 Unchecked ambition. Breakneck innovation. But at what human cost?

For years, Tesla has promoted a bold vision of automated driving—one that captured global attention, reshaped public expectations, and helped propel Elon Musk to extraordinary prominence. In Elon Take the Wheel, journalist Edward Niedermeyer explores the public debate surrounding Tesla’s driver-assistance systems and the sweeping claims that have shaped the company’s place in technology, culture, and the marketplace.

Drawing on nearly a decade of research and firsthand interviews with Tesla insiders and automation experts, Niedermeyer unpacks the real-world science behind self-driving technology. As the debate over automated driving has intensified—and as courts, regulators, and federal investigators grapple with the human cost of high-visibility automation incidents—he exposes the widening gaps between public perception, corporate messaging, and the still-developing reality of automated driving.

Connecting the dots between mounting fatal crashes, gaps in oversight, and the competing narratives surrounding Musk’s public claims, this book takes a deep dive into:

How nearly a decade of “Full Self-Driving” promises has collided with real-world technical limits—even as rival companies expand driverless operations across major cities

The failure of American institutions (government regulators, financial markets, and the media) to fully confront the human and financial risks posed by one of the decade’s most disruptive technologies

How high-profile crashes, federal reviews, and uneven global deployment have revealed the tension between public expectations and the current limits of driver-assistance systems

Timely, thought-provoking, and rigorously sourced, Elon Take the Wheel invites readers to reconsider what automated driving promises, what it obscures, and what it means for the future of mobility.]]> 13 02 Edward Niedermeyer began covering the auto industry in 2008, quickly establishing himself as a leading chronicler and critic of the struggles and bailouts of GM and Chrysler. More recently he has focused on the collision between the auto industry and high tech sector, and the reinvention of the automobile. His work on automotive topics has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, BloombergView, The Daily Beast, The Verge, and elsewhere. He is the cohost of The Autonocast, a podcast about the future of mobility; a consulting producer of the major documentary film Musk; and the program director for the Ride AI Summit, the premier gathering of leaders in the driving automation space. He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his partner and cats.]]> 08 02 —Alex Gibney, Academy Award–winning director of Musk

“Ed Niedermeyer was trying to wake people up to the true story of Tesla long before many wanted to hear it. In Elon Take the Wheel, he pulls back the curtain on Elon Musk’s efforts to hype up the company’s self-driving technology and the many lives it took in the process. It’s a shocking tale of what happens when corporate profit is prioritized over public safety—and how such an irresponsible choice helped make Musk the world’s richest man.”
—Paris Marx, host of the Tech Won’t Save Us podcast

“For years, Ed Niedermeyer has been one of the most dogged critics of Musk. In this riveting, well-reported exposé of the mess that is Tesla, Niedermeyer brings the receipts for why Musk is not only an incompetent fraud but also highly dangerous. I hope that this great book breaks through to a media and political establishment that tends to give Musk a pass at every reckless turn.”
—Alex Winter, actor, director, and activist]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/34a81bdc-1ff2-47c4-8f80-b41b00491a0f 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 01 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.945 lb 08 15.12 oz 08 428.64 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 12 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9798902680307 02 03 9798902680307 14 19798902680304 15 9798902680307 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Unbearable Lightness of Leading</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Unbearable Lightness of Leading</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>When Your Workforce Is Restless, Resistant, and Rewired</Subtitle> 01 269033360 1 A01 Dan Rust Rust, Dan Dan Rust Dan Rust is an author, speaker, and corporate provocateur who helps leaders navigate disruptions caused by generative AI, social and economic turbulence, cultural and generational tensions, globalization, remote and hybrid work, information overload, and the increasing complexity and pace of business. For more than 30 years, Dan has been helping leaders navigate challenging and uncertain times. He hosts the Leadership Disrupted podcast, which explores high-impact leadership in a disrupted world from the perspective of real leaders who are changing the way business works.]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 BUS071000 10 BUS041000 10 BUS097000 20 leadership books; leadership books for business; business leadership books; leading through disruption; business disruption; leadership in hard times; leading in hard times; how to lead a business; workplace dynamics; how to lead a small business; how to be a good leader; how to be a great leader; how to inspire employees; workplace culture books for leaders; workplace culture books for founders; business mentorship books; workplace trust; leading with ai; leading through ai 01 01 01 02 Learn to lead amid disruption and distrust in a world where your authority carries less weight.

Disruptive forces have converged upon today’s leaders and their employees: information and misinformation overload; AI rendering career plans and business strategies obsolete; social and generational shifts rewriting workplace dynamics; remote work atomizing workplace culture; increasing speed and complexity producing cognitive overload; economic uncertainty and income disparity driving mistrust and cynicism.

Leaders today work with employees who are fundamentally rewired in how they relate to work: burned out, deeply skeptical of authority, and resistant to traditional management approaches. The conventional leadership playbook—built for a different workforce in a different era—has lost its grip. The core challenge is learning to influence and engage without relying on positional power; to address real workplace cynicism, anxiety and productivity barriers rather than covering them over with old-school platitudes and directives.

The Unbearable Lightness of Leading provides leaders with practical strategies and skills. Learn to "matter deeply while holding authority loosely" as you:

Rebuild influence and engagement when traditional authority no longer works

Communicate and make decisions with cognitively overloaded employees

Navigate AI opportunities and pitfalls to enhance Human+AI effectiveness

Develop genuine connection and trust with skeptical employees

Revitalize remote work when physical proximity and spontaneous connection aren’t options

Build an energizing culture of accountability and productivity in this new world

If you sense the ground getting softer beneath your feet—your authority growing lighter, your old playbook turning to dust—The Unbearable Lightness of Leading shows you how to lead through the maelstrom with depth, with clarity, with trust.]]> 13 02 Dan Rust is an author, speaker, and corporate provocateur who helps leaders navigate disruptions caused by generative AI, social and economic turbulence, cultural and generational tensions, globalization, remote and hybrid work, information overload, and the increasing complexity and pace of business. For more than 30 years, Dan has been helping leaders navigate challenging and uncertain times. He hosts the Leadership Disrupted podcast, which explores high-impact leadership in a disrupted world from the perspective of real leaders who are changing the way business works.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/b6a3978d-5463-4d83-acd3-b43400273e7e 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 Matt Holt Books 01 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 BenBella Books 04 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.983 lb 08 15.728 oz 08 445.88 gr Harper Collins Publishers IP 20 20270112 33 02 52.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 52.99 0.00 20260910 02 62.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 62.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112 9798902680901 02 03 9798902680901 14 19798902680908 15 9798902680901 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Mystery of Prosperity</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Mystery of Prosperity</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>How to Create a More Equitable Society That Works for Humanity</Subtitle> 01 269930998 1 A01 Napoleon Gomez Urrutia Gomez Urrutia, Napoleon Napoleon Gomez Urrutia Napoleón Gómez Urrutia is a Mexican economist, labor leader, legislator, and author whose career has been defined by a lifelong commitment to social justice and the defense of workers’ rights. A graduate of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), where he earned highest honors, he continued his studies at the University of Oxford, obtaining a master’s degree and pursuing doctoral studies in economics. Since 2002, he has served as Secretary General of the National Union of Mine, Metal, Steel, and Related Workers of the Mexican Republic and has forged strategic alliances with international labor organizations, including IndustriALL Global Union, the AFL-CIO, and the United Steelworkers.

Elected to the Mexican Senate in 2018, he chaired the Labor and Social Welfare Committee and championed historic reforms, including the abolition of labor outsourcing and the expansion of paid vacation rights. He currently serves as a federal deputy. Internationally recognized for his humanitarian work and advocacy of workers’ rights, he has received distinctions including the Meany-Kirkland Human Rights Award, Georgetown University’s Global Democracy Award, and the Arthur Svensson International Award for Trade Union Rights.

He is the author of The Collapse of Dignity (2014), Before the Next Revolution (2017), The Triumph of Dignity (2021), and A Revolution in Motion (2023).]]> 01 eng 256 00 256 03 POL024000 10 BUS022000 10 SOC072000 20 economic policy; economic alternatives; labor rights; economic prosperity; workers rights; books on progress; books on prosperity; economic books; economic progress; abundance book; economic future; labor laws; how to fix the economy; economic models; scandinavian economics; global economics; social equity; gender equality; inclusive economy; sustainable prosperity; social democracy; social democrats; labor unions; political science books; viking economics; utopian society; utopian economy; social progress 01 01 01 02 Prosperity should not be the preserve of a privileged few, but the birthright of everyone.

New York Times bestselling author Napoleon Gómez Urrutia reveals the steps we need to take now to build a secure economy—and ensure a brighter future for all.

The Mystery of Prosperity is a timely and transformative work that reveals how nations build long-term prosperity across different political, economic, and cultural contexts and why so many fall short. Drawing on international case studies, historical insights, and his own experience in Mexico and beyond, global labor leader, politician, and Oxford-trained economist Napoleon Gómez Urrutia presents a bold and hopeful blueprint for fostering economic growth, expanding opportunity and dignity, and strengthening democratic resilience in the twenty-first century.

While the societies profiled in these pages are not perfect, they are proof that progress is possible when we have the courage to imagine—and fight for—a different kind of economy. At the heart of this book is a powerful expression of hope and possibility, grounded in the conviction that a better future is not only necessary but attainable.

In these pages, Urrutia shares eye-opening findings, including:

Evidence-based analysis of how rising inequality and concentrated wealth in the current economic model threaten long-term prosperity and democratic stability.

The proven policies and practices behind some of the world's most prosperous, equitable, and happy societies.

A practical roadmap for creating stronger economies, healthier democracies, and broader opportunity for all.

As inequality widens, political divisions deepen, and technological and environmental disruptions reshape our world, The Mystery of Prosperity offers a timely and hopeful answer. Rejecting the failed assumptions of both austerity and winner-take-all economics, Urrutia makes the case for a new model of prosperity rooted in trust, democratic institutions, and shared opportunity.

Both a bold call for reform and a practical roadmap for renewal, this book shows how societies can become more equitable, resilient, and prosperous in the decades ahead.]]> 13 02 Napoleón Gómez Urrutia is a Mexican economist, labor leader, legislator, and author whose career has been defined by a lifelong commitment to social justice and the defense of workers’ rights. A graduate of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), where he earned highest honors, he continued his studies at the University of Oxford, obtaining a master’s degree and pursuing doctoral studies in economics. Since 2002, he has served as Secretary General of the National Union of Mine, Metal, Steel, and Related Workers of the Mexican Republic and has forged strategic alliances with international labor organizations, including IndustriALL Global Union, the AFL-CIO, and the United Steelworkers.

Elected to the Mexican Senate in 2018, he chaired the Labor and Social Welfare Committee and championed historic reforms, including the abolition of labor outsourcing and the expansion of paid vacation rights. He currently serves as a federal deputy. Internationally recognized for his humanitarian work and advocacy of workers’ rights, he has received distinctions including the Meany-Kirkland Human Rights Award, Georgetown University’s Global Democracy Award, and the Arthur Svensson International Award for Trade Union Rights.

He is the author of The Collapse of Dignity (2014), Before the Next Revolution (2017), The Triumph of Dignity (2021), and A Revolution in Motion (2023).]]> 08 02 The Mystery of Prosperity is essential reading for anyone who cares about the future of work, democracy, and shared prosperity.”
—Roxanne D. Brown, international president of the United Steelworkers (USW)

“His work has improved the lives of workers and stands as an example across Latin America. If we are to resist neoliberalism, militarism, and global impoverishment, we must listen to voices like his. I am proud to call him a friend and to endorse this important work.”
—Jeremy Corbyn, member of Parliament, former leader of the UK Labour Party, and parliamentary leader of Your Party (UK)

“A powerful and intellectually stimulating work, The Mystery of Prosperity demonstrates that no nation achieves truly sustainable development without combining economic growth with social justice, democracy, and respect for the value of work. Napoleón Gómez Urrutia challenges conventional views of wealth and offers an essential reflection on how shared prosperity is the result of political choices, strong institutions, and a lasting commitment to human dignity.”
—Marcio Pochmann, professor, economist, and president of the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics

“A book written from lived experience: from the mine, the assembly hall, the public platform, and exile. Napoleón Gómez Urrutia, a leader forged in the struggle of the labor movement who refused to be broken by either persecution or exile, shows that prosperity is not a gift bestowed by the market: it is built by people through strong unions, democracy, and social justice. Essential reading, endorsed by the solidarity that unites working people in Mexico and Spain.”
—Pepe Álvarez, secretary general of the General Union of Workers (UGT) in Spain

“I look for voices on the left who recognize that capitalism can change, that incentives matter, and that we need well-run, ethical, profitable businesses if we are to solve the defining problems of the future: inequality and climate change. Napoleón Gómez Urrutia is one such voice, and I value his pragmatic approach and vision for bringing workers into the decision-making process to create a more just future. I hope business and civic leaders alike will read this book.”
—Elizabeth MacBride, journalist, consultant, and national bestselling coauthor of Capital Evolution: The New American Economy

“In The Mystery of Prosperity, a senior Mexican trade union leader makes the case for institutions built on solidarity and standards, in the workplace and in society. He provides those of us not privileged to live in Mexico insight into the spirit now animating politics and civil society there, a sharp departure from the harsh neoliberalism of the recent past . . .”
—James K. Galbraith, author of The Power to Destroy: How Bad Economics Drove America’s Decline

“Can the Scandinavian model of greater economic equality provide the foundation for a peaceful Mexican revolution? Urrutia argues that it can. His recognition of gender equality as essential to building shared prosperity makes this a must-read for anyone concerned about Mexico’s future—and about other societies where immense wealth is squandered through inequality. His leadership in advocating for parental leave and equal-pay legislation in Mexico demonstrates that he has walked his talk.”
—David B. Oppenheimer, professor at UC Berkeley School of Law and author of The Diversity Principle]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/514c8bde-c5a0-42ae-9212-b48900250c8f 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 01 01 BenBella Books SIMO999 BenBella Books 02 20261230 01 AU NZ 01 9 in 01 228.6 mm 02 6 in 02 152.4 mm 08 0.907 lb 08 14.512 oz 08 411.41 gr 27 15 9798902680918 Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261019 20261230 12 02 55.00 AUD AU Z 0.00 55.00 0.00 20260910 02 65.00 NZD NZ Z 0.00 65.00 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20261230 9798902681014 02 03 9798902681014 14 19798902681011 15 9798902681014 11 BB Hardback <TitleType>01</TitleType> <TitleText>The Bronx School of Business</TitleText> <TitlePrefix>The</TitlePrefix> <TitleWithoutPrefix>Bronx School of Business</TitleWithoutPrefix> <Subtitle>Start Something from Nothing</Subtitle> 01 270708475 1 A01 Tommy Mottola Mottola, Tommy Tommy Mottola Tommy Mottola is the former Chairman and CEO of Sony Music Entertainment, creator of “The Latin Explosion”, and current Chairman of Mottola Media Group. He is one of the most influential music executives in the industry credited with discovering and guiding the careers of the world’s most iconic artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Beyonce, Hall and Oates, Gloria Estefan, Shakira, Ricky Martin , Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony.]]> 01 eng 208 00 208 03 BUS025000 10 BUS071000 10 MUS004000 20 business success; entrepreneurship book; success mindset; leadership lessons; business leadership; entrepreneurial mindset; music industry leadership; music business success; entertainment industry memoir; record industry insider; music executive lessons; entertainment business strategies; behind the scenes music industry; music industry career advice; mindset for achievement; Bronx success stories; lessons from the Bronx; growing up in the Bronx; New York success stories; books for entrepreneurs; leadership books 2026; business books for professionals; motivational business books; books for aspiring leaders; 01 01 01 02 A masterclass in embracing where you came from to reach the heights of where you can go from legendary music executive Tommy Mottola

For a neighborhood you can cross in a cab ride, the Bronx has had a staggering influence on American life. This single borough produced the likes of Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Sonia Sotomayor, Jennifer Lopez, Fat Joe, Grandmaster Flash, Billy Joel, Luther Vandross, Big Pun, Chazz Palminteri, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Stanley Kubrick. Hip-hop was born there, and American culture has kept drawing from it ever since.

Wanting to understand how one place could produce so many extraordinary alumni, Tommy Mottola—the legendary music executive behind some of the biggest artists of the modern era—began looking back at the education he received before anyone called it one. The Bronx School of Business resulted, and it is nothing less than a sweeping blueprint for achieving extraordinary success, regardless of where you come from.

Each idea begins in the neighborhood and then unfolds in a vast array of high-stakes environments where entertainment careers were made and business icons were born. Structured like a curriculum Mottola never knew he was taking, this classroom is unlike any other, teaching readers:

How to sharpen judgment when the stakes are high

How to turn pressure into an advantage instead of a liability

Why trust is one of the most valuable assets in business

How to distinguish a smart risk from a reckless one

For fans of The Diary of a CEO, The 48 Laws of Power, and Think Again, The Bronx School of Business is a transformative guide from a leader who rose to the pinnacle of the entertainment industry by realizing his greatest advantage came from the blocks that first shaped him.]]> 13 02 Tommy Mottola is the former Chairman and CEO of Sony Music Entertainment, creator of “The Latin Explosion”, and current Chairman of Mottola Media Group. He is one of the most influential music executives in the industry credited with discovering and guiding the careers of the world’s most iconic artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Beyonce, Hall and Oates, Gloria Estefan, Shakira, Ricky Martin , Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony.]]> 04 03 01 https://cloud.firebrandtech.com/api/v2/hostedcover/4843f8d5-1df9-4201-889f-b46c00272ba9 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 Matt Holt Books 01 01 Matt Holt Books SIMN001 BenBella Books 02 20270112 01 AU NZ 01 8.25 in 01 209.55 mm 02 5.5 in 02 139.7 mm 08 0.73 lb 08 11.68 oz 08 331.12 gr Harper Collins Publishers NP 10 20261102 20270112 33 02 49.99 AUD AU Z 0.00 49.99 0.00 20260910 02 59.99 NZD NZ Z 0.00 59.99 0.00 20260910 BenBella Books AU 01 20270112