Collection: Adult

A kind, honest, and empowering puberty guide for girls.

Puberty Explained for Girls 8-12 is a gentle, body-positive guide to growing up, packed with practical advice, real answers, and friendly support for girls entering one of life's biggest transitions. Written in a warm, respectful tone, this book helps girls understand their changing bodies, big emotions, and how to take care of themselves with confidence and self-love.

Whether your child is asking questions about periods, bras, body hair, or mood swings; or hasn't started yet, this book breaks it all down in a clear, age-appropriate, and encouraging way.

Inside this puberty book for girls, you'll find:

• Easy explanations of physical and emotional changes during puberty
• Tips on hygiene, hair care, skincare, and period care
• Helpful advice on bras, body image, and personal boundaries
• Gentle guidance on managing emotions and big feelings
• Clear, supportive answers to common puberty questions
• Fun illustrations and a kind, conversational tone throughout

Perfect for girls aged 8-12, this growing up guide is ideal for reading solo or together with a parent or trusted adult. This book offers a safe space for curiosity, confidence, and calm.

Two brothers travel across the United States in a used minivan on a mission to find as many bird species as they can in a single year.

This is a field guide that contains every one they found.

Embark on the ultimate journey across the United States with The Great American Road Atlas 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring America's Highways, Scenic Routes, and Hidden Gems by Kate Bright. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, a family planning a summer vacation, or a first-time road trip adventurer, this atlas is your trusted companion for discovering the diverse beauty, culture, and history of America from the seat of your car.

This comprehensive guide combines practical navigation tools with inspiring travel insights, making it more than just a map-it's a gateway to adventure. Featuring detailed maps of major highways, scenic byways, and historic routes, the atlas helps you plan routes efficiently, estimate distances, and navigate with confidence. Each route is carefully documented with points of interest, notable attractions, and tips for uncovering hidden gems that often go unnoticed by casual travelers.

Beyond navigation, the atlas immerses readers in the richness of American landscapes and experiences. Explore towering mountains, rolling plains, desert highways, and breathtaking coastlines. Discover national parks, cultural landmarks, quirky roadside attractions, and seasonal events that add flavor to every journey. From the iconic Grand Canyon and Mount Rushmore to secret waterfalls, caves, and small-town museums, The Great American Road Atlas 2025 ensures that every mile traveled becomes memorable.

Planning a road trip has never been easier. The atlas includes guidance on budgeting for fuel, accommodations, and attractions, along with tips for packing, vehicle preparation, and safety. It also highlights roadside services such as gas stations, rest areas, restaurants, and lodging options, ensuring travelers are prepared for every step of their journey. Special sections provide insights into thematic road trips, including culinary trails, music and arts routes, historic and civil rights journeys, and outdoor adventure expeditions, allowing travelers to tailor experiences to their interests.

Technology and traditional navigation tools are seamlessly integrated. While digital apps and GPS can enhance travel, the atlas emphasizes the enduring value of print maps, detailed legends, and topographic guides, ensuring reliable navigation even in remote areas with limited connectivity. Travelers are empowered with both the precision of modern technology and the confidence of traditional map-reading skills.

Safety, sustainability, and environmental awareness are also central to this guide. Practical advice on eco-friendly travel, wildlife observation, climate preparedness, and conservation initiatives encourages responsible exploration that respects both communities and nature.

Written in clear, accessible language, The Great American Road Atlas 2025 is designed to be both informative and enjoyable. Kate Bright combines meticulous research with a passion for adventure, providing readers with a resource that is as inspiring as it is practical.

Whether you're planning a cross-country adventure, exploring local regions, or simply dreaming of the open road, this atlas is your essential companion. Hit the highways, discover scenic routes, uncover hidden gems, and experience America like never before. Every page invites curiosity, encourages exploration, and ensures that your journey is as enriching as the destinations you visit.

A light, humorous, amiably peopled, and tender novel about found families, the people who shape our lives, and the complexities of non-traditional family ties. 

Yuko has had four different surnames and been brought up in several families. The parental figures in her life, despite not being related by blood, have always cared deeply for her. Through it all, pragmatic and resilient and Yuko has navigated life's changes and its occasional conflicts without bitterness, always managing to find a kind of equilibrium.  

As an adult, Yuko falls in love with Hayase, a talented pianist she's known since her school years. Now a married woman, she embarks on a journey to reconnect with the various parental figures from her past to seek their blessing for her marriage. Along the way, she revisits her former life and the people in it and gains a deeper understanding of what truly defines a family. 

Collecting the fan-favorite X-MEN: FROM THE ASHES INFINITY COMICS!

In the wake of the fall of Krakoa, the X-Men are forever changed -- now discover how some of Marvel's mightiest mutants found their place in a new world! As Jean Grey prepares to take her place among the stars, she and Cyclops share one last night together -- only to discover a hidden mystery that threatens to pull them apart. Meanwhile, what was supposed to be a mundane article about Charles Xavier's monstrous acts during the war turns into something far stranger for journalist Sally Floyd! Deep in the heart of the Limbo Embassy, Havok and the Goblin Queen sit surrounded by the secrets they keep from each other. And amid the cold mountains of Russia, the man called Omega Red returns home for the first time. Can these bloodstained heroes of Krakoa hold on to their new lives when old demons come calling? Plus: After their chastening experiences on Krakoa, the Beast and Magneto discover why the world still needs them -- and the X-Men!

COLLECTING: X-Men: Xavier's Secret (2025) #1, X-Men: Demons and Death (2025) #1, X-Men: Tooth and Claw (2025) #1, X-Men: The Undertow (2025) #1

Fan-favorite versions of heroes from across the Multiverse come together on a new Battleworld!

"Slay your enemies, prove your worth and all you desire shall be yours in the world to come!" With these words, heroes from different eras and worlds -- from the present-day Hank Pym to teenage Peter Parker to King Thor to...Star Brand from the New Universe?! -- are greeted on a patchwork world where they must fight not just for their own lives, but also for the survival of their timelines! What powerful being has gathered them? What is their goal? And can any of them trust Maestro? Find out when Christos Gage and Marcus To bring you to a BATTLEWORLD like you've never seen before!

COLLECTING: Battleworld (2025) #1-5

Ever get the feeling your cat thinks they're more akin to royalty rather than being your cuddle buddy? See how two prickly kitties rule their humans and home in this purrfect, full-color series!

Aloof tabby cat Kijineko doesn't really understand humans, especially his "owners," a man and woman who, for some reason, think everything he does is "cute." Kijineko's sharp inner monologue reveals the true inner turmoil of the common house cat, a divine creature who is simultaneously worshipped by humans and subjected to their cruel torture tactics, such as being forcibly sniffed. Will he--and equally aloof former stray Kuroneko--ever figure out the humans' goal? Or will something more important, like a piece of pork cutlet or a low-flying cicada, demand their immediate attention?

Chained Birds Description

***"Author's Cut" 3rd edition is a re-launch of the award-winning true crime memoir, now with 20+ new photos, sketches, and prison artwork, plus a sample of Carla's next true crime book.***

BOOK AWARDS

• 2025 Best Crimemoir: AudioBookReviewer
• 2025 Winner True Crime: Next Generation Indie Book Awards
• 2025 Winner True Crime: Indie Reader Discovery Awards
• 2025 Silver True Crime: Independent Publisher Book Awards
• 2025 Finalist True Crime: National Indie Excellence Awards
• 2025 First Place Nellie Bly Journalism: Chanticleer Intl' Book Awards

BOOK DESCRIPTION

After three years in Europe, former journalist Carla Conti just wanted to settle her family into the suburbs of Philadelphia. But her high school friend Scott Powell, a lawyer handling a brutal prison stabbing case, needed a favor. Before she knew it, Carla became part of the defense team and was mired in the terrifying world of federal prison gangs, penal abuse, and corruption.

Then, when she agreed to write a tell-all book on the violent machinations behind the court case, with Scott's client as an inside source, the stakes turned deadly. Two different prison gangs issued "hit orders" against the prisoner she and Scott now considered a friend, and the journalist and defense attorney were imperiled by association.

CHAINED BIRDS: A CRIMEMOIR is the story of Carla's 10-year journey to advocate for federal inmate Kevin Sanders and help him re-enter society after prison. But the mission came at a cost as Carla struggled to balance her own, Scott's, and Kevin's safety while writing an exposé on the horrific conditions that led to the shutdown of an experimental prison program in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

Part investigative thriller, part raw memoir, CHAINED BIRDS is a gripping exposé of systemic injustice and a powerful reminder of the resilience it takes to uncover the truth.

This guide now contains 160 questions that are compliant with the 2024 NCEES Exam Specifications. It is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the Transportation Civil PE exam on your first attempt.

What sets it apart is:

• Good coverage for most possible exam topics and scenarios
• Structured and guided approach and the presentation of questions
• Thorough explanations for each question
• Alternative solutions provided with ample comments and guidance

The main objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive and a thorough coverage for the Transportation Civil PE exam topics with the use of questions. This book is written in accordance with the latest (2024) NCEES exam specifications and design standards with the use of structured and well thought of questions. Questions that serve as an overall guide to help the reader understand and remember all the knowledge areas presented in the 2024 exam specifications, along with key topics and important concepts of Transportation Engineering.

Differing from short or straightforward questions, a good portion of questions in this guide are designed to be slightly longer and more comprehensive to enhance understanding across all aspects of Transportation Engineering and eventually pass the PE exam. The book places a particular emphasis on all UpToDate transportation manuals, codes, and design standards aiming to make this guide the go-to resource for all exam takers.

Each of the questions presented in this book is accompanied by detailed figures, serving as visual aids to facilitate understanding and support comprehension along with step-by-step solutions with proper and detailed referencing. Alternative solutions are also offered when possible.

Lastly, this book aims to replace expensive courses and costly resources that may amount to hundreds or even thousands of dollars. It offers a simple, yet, a highly effective method of learning with a fraction of the cost.

Exam Standards Covered in this Book:

- HCM (Highway Capacity Manual) 6th edition

- MUTCD revisions 1 and 2

- Highway Safety Manual 1st edition

- Hydraulic Design of Highway Culverts

- A policy on Geometric Design (the Green Book) 7th edition

- Guide for the Planning, Design and Operation of Pedestrian Facilities 2021

- Roadside Design Guide 4th edition

- Mechanistic- Empirical Pavement Design Guide 3rd edition

- Guide for Design of Pavement Structures 4th edition

- The NCEES Handbook Version 2.0

Contenido:

100 poemas originales en español y una página destinada para escribir tu propio poema o reflexión poética al final del libro.

Ideal para:

• Lectores de poesía contemporánea breve
• Parejas y fechas especiales
• Regalos dedicables

Hay palabras que nacen del alma, y "te amo" es una de ellas. Es un sentimiento tan profundo que desborda al idioma, como si aquello que se lleva en el corazón no pudiera expresarse del todo en una frase tan corta.

A lo largo de estas páginas se explora lo que surge como una necesidad de decir aquello que no cabe en lo literal, una colección de instantes donde el amor se expresa con voz propia, reinventándose en versos que aman desde la piel, desde la memoria, desde el abismo y desde la esperanza, sumergiéndose en lo intangible y habitando aquello que sentimos con intensidad y pocas veces se logra nombrar.

Aquí encontrarás cien formas distintas en las que el amor se envuelve en metáforas, convirtiendo cada poema en una declaración y un eco de un mismo saber universal: el amor vive para ser visto.

Discover the charm of modern amigurumi with this beautiful collection of 15 crochet animal patterns by beloved designer Christine Maria Sonnenschein!

With their soft colors and timeless style, these cuddly companions feel elevated and gift-worthy, yet they are simple and fun to make. The book begins with instructions for creating Naomi the rabbit and then offers 14 additional patterns that are created from the same base. Readers will have fun stitching Asta the adorable alpaca, Samuel the friendly dragon, and many more characters ready to become someone's new best friend. Readers can stitch the patterns as they are presented or mix and match elements to customize details like ears, colors, and accessories.

Whether readers are beginner crocheters or experienced makers seeking new challenges, these projects are sure to inspire creativity, joy, and play.

Readers will learn how to paint dozens of delicious desserts and sweet treats with this beginner's guide to watercolor painting!

The book kicks off with a comprehensive getting-started section that teaches readers everything they need to know about watercolor paper, paintbrushes, color mixing, and basic watercolor techniques, setting them up for success no matter their skill level. Then painters can get cooking with 34 different foods, organized by season and presented in a variety of learning approaches: fully illustrated step-by-step tutorials, inspirational pieces with simple color and shape guidelines, and unique painted-recipe breakdowns to help readers think outside the box.

The projects are presented visually with clear illustrations and simple instructions, and the result is a beginner-friendly book that is perfect for anyone who wants to get started in watercolor painting.

Readers will love this inspiring guide to painting that looks good enough to eat!

Two babies were born the same night.

Two mothers didn't survive.

One decision will change everything.

When a young mother dies in childbirth, nurse Etta Harris feels an instant, undeniable connection to the newborn baby girl left behind. She believes the child-Storm-is meant to be hers. But belief isn't enough. With her husband uncertain and obstacles at every turn, Etta must decide how far she's willing to go to claim the family she longs for.

Across the hospital, Darren Johnson faces an unthinkable future after losing his wife while welcoming their son, Isaiah, into the world. Overwhelmed by grief and responsibility, Darren must summon the strength to raise his son alone-even as his own heart struggles to mend.

Years later, Storm and Isaiah's lives begin to intertwine in ways neither family could have imagined. What begins in shared loss grows into something fragile and unexpected-a bond shaped by shared resilience and the quiet hope that healing is still possible.

But some secrets never heal.

As Storm grows into adulthood, she must confront her own painful truth: sometimes the love that saves you can shape you in ways you don't yet understand. And sometimes, the bravest choice of all is learning that love should never come at the cost of who you are.

What Love Leaves Behind is a story about resilience, second chances, and the courage it takes to break free and choose a life-and a love-that heals.

Perfect for readers who believe in the power of love that finds its way home.

One man gambles on the dogs and his own life in this rediscovered Jewish post-war classic of London's seedy underbelly, introduced by Iain Sinclair.

"A novel and author richly deserving of renewed attention."--Kirkus starred review ⭐

Never give up hope before the dogs have crossed the finishing-line.

Harryboy Boas is a lowlife gambler. When he's not at the track, he lives in a Hackney boarding house, reading Zola, eating salt beef, pressing trousers and repressing wartime memories. But when a new family moves into the apartment downstairs, his life starts to unravel and Harryboy soon finds himself sinking into a murky East End underworld where violence, guilt and gangsters are the inevitable result for those who cannot pay their dues.

A celebrated cult classic, The Lowlife brilliantly evokes post-war East London - dog tracks, sandwich shops, tenements, sex workers, newly arrived West Indians and Jews leaving for Finchley - all seen through the tragicomic eyes of Harryboy, our picaresque rogue hero suffering from 'existential burn-out in the shadow of the Holocaust' (Iain Sinclair) and driven to bet, brag and beg to survive.

A young professor grapples with homophobia in Muslim Senegal in this searching, heart-wrenching novel from the National Book Award-longlisted author of The Most Secret Memory of Men.

A viral video makes the rounds in Dakar, showing an incensed crowd that gathers to dig up a grave and drag the corpse from holy ground. When Ndéné, a French literature teacher, watches it, he's surprisingly affected. Who was this man, and what could he have done to deserve such a fate? The answer soon becomes clear: he was a "góor-jigéen," one of the so-called "men-women," the shameful label given to homosexuals, cross-dressers, or any man who lives outside the accepted norm.

Haunted by the video, Ndéné sets out to learn more. With the help of a friend who works in night life, he explores a hidden side of Dakar, away from the rigid Islam of his family and university. Although he feels a certain disgust for homosexuality, he's moved by the suffering and resilience of the people he meets. But the further he goes, the more he doubts his own identity, threatening to become an object of suspicion and scorn himself.

A powerful, nuanced portrait of queerness in a conservative society, Pure Men asks the fundamental question of how to find the courage to be true to yourself, whatever the cost.

A deviously clever, locked room puzzle mystery from the celebrated Japanese author of The Decagon House Murders that's perfect for fans of Uketsu's Strange Houses

Brilliant detective Shimada Kiyoshi must save a team of paranormal investigators, trapped in an abandoned house, as they are picked off one-by-one!

Rumor has it that the mysterious Clock House--a remote mansion built by notorious architect Nakamura Seiji for a long-dead clock enthusiast-- is haunted by the ghost of a young girl, who died there 10 years earlier. No one is more intrigued by this than the investigating team from the paranormal magazine CHAOS. They decide to visit the mansion, along with a psychic medium, in an attempt to make contact with the spirit.

The plan is for the group of investigators to spend three days locked in the house, but their stay has barely begun when a gruesome murder is committed. And then the survivors find that they are trapped in the house, with no possibility of escape...

Meanwhile, the brilliant detective Shimada Kiyoshi is investigating the enigma of The Clock House from the outside, eager to unravel the mystery of another of Nakamura Seiji's twisted architectural creations.

But as his investigation proceeds, the team inside the house are being slaughtered one-by-one. Will Shimada crack the puzzle of the Clock House before all of them are dead?

The latest installment in Yukito Ayatsuji's thrilling Bizarre House Mysteries series, this stand-alone puzzle mystery is par-excellence by a master of the form, packed with twists and culminating in a jaw-dropping, unforgettable solution.