Collection: Adult

Parchman Farm Prison, 1992

What if I told you I'm no criminal? It may look that way, me being locked up and all, but my crime was a necessary one. A much-needed payday for my sick and dying mama, and a reprieve from the Mississippi Delta's suffocating poverty. But I got caught, and the payday never came. Maybe that's why my notorious cellmate is preying on me like he is. It's the need he senses, a burden I'm wearing like a heavy coat I can't remove.

His name is Earl Gates, but everyone calls him Pearly, a snake-oil salesman if there ever was one. And his idea is ludicrous - to steal twenty million from one of the new casinos coming to Tunica, my hometown. With my brains, backroads knowledge, and big river bloodline, he says I'll make a perfect accomplice. I don't know about that, but he's got me thinking. About risk. About reward.

I could lose Layna, who waits for me, probably against her better judgment. Love can tip the scales of logic, I suppose. Then there's Sheriff Stilwell, whose testimony put me away, who still has me in his sights. And one more thing I keep hearing about - the mysterious Delta Syndicate and Pearly's possible connection to it. If I listened to my gut, I might avoid this scheme altogether.

But it's the money, you see. Millions of reasons in life-altering cash. An escape from the fate I've been running from for as long as I can remember. A promise of salvation.

And in a place like Mississippi, you're best to grab salvation wherever you can find it.

What happens if hard work doesn't pay off and dreams don't come true? Do bad times last forever? Hands, the remarkable debut from Pardeep Toor, follows Hans, a downtrodden and aimless immigrant pursuing the so-called American Dream by any means necessary. A racist incident forces Hans to quit school and drive a taxi. An unhinged fare and unjustified arrest makes Hans question whether he belongs in this foreign land. And a toxic relationship confirms his cultural isolation within his own community. Illuminating a degenerate immigrant experience littered with hope and failure, Hands interrogates the contradiction between the lofty ideals of assimilating in America and the brutal comedy of the journey.

Tired of the same old tourist traps? Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, Connecticut Off the Beaten Path shows you the Nutmeg State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and introduces you to cultural attractions you never knew existed.

Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch!

Hina Alucard is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But she's also a complete shut-in who hasn't left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hina's dad does something that changes her life--he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But it's difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream!

Hina's sudden bloodlust for Kyuta has her so confused! She's never wanted to bite a human before, and asking Viktor for advice would be worse than death. Luckily, Rinya is willing to help. Unluckily, Kyuta thinks Hina is in trouble and comes to Rinya's bar to rescue her! Hina can't keep the truth from Kyuta anymore, but will their friendship survive the revelation that she wants to suck his blood?

The aspiring heroes of My Hero Academia team up with pro heroes for action-packed missions!

The ambitious Team-Up Missions Program pairs groups of aspiring heroes with pro heroes to go on action-packed missions! Although Izuku Midoriya and his U.A. High friends are thrilled to participate, there's just one catch--there's no telling who will be teamed up with whom! From top heroes to students from other classes and schools, anyone could be on the same team.

All Might tests his teaching mettle by dealing with truant students, while the story of Best Jeanist and Edgeshot's time at U.A. is finally revealed. Then, class 1-A comes together to save the day with the power of good ol' teamwork! Also includes "Connect to the Day," a prequel story to the My Hero Academia: You're Next film!

A romantic retelling of a classic fairy tale about a beautiful herbalist and a lovestruck prince.

Shirayuki is an herbalist famous for her naturally bright-red hair, and the prince of Tanbarun wants her all to himself! The prince from the neighboring kingdom, Zen, rescues her from her plight, and thus begins their love story.

A strange notice advertising for an herbalist appears in the academic district. Shirayuki and Zen go to meet the person who posted the job, but...?!

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...

Amid the prince's birthday celebrations, Freya is reunited with her mother, but their tearful reunion is cut short when they realize that the king is in danger. With another attempt on the crown, war seems imminent. Will Freya be able to bring Tyr back from the brink of violence?

Can Takara find happiness with the girl she loved in middle school? Or is she 20 years too late?

After 20 years apart, Takara reconnects with Ema, the girl she nearly kissed in middle school--who's now a beautiful, married woman.

After her overnight escape with Ema, Takara must face reality again--and the beginning of the end. Even if their love is doomed, she can't lie to herself or Ema anymore. With no choice left, Takara decides it's time to tell Ema how she feels.

Can Detective Conan crack the case...while trapped in a kid's body?

When ace high school detective Jimmy Kudo is fed a mysterious substance by a pair of nefarious men in black--poof! He is physically transformed into a first grader. Until Jimmy can find a cure for his miniature malady, he takes on the pseudonym Conan Edogawa and continues to solve all the cases that come his way.

FOWL PLAY

Ain't nobody here but us chickens...and a corpse, as the Junior Detective League discovers while visiting a farm. Who's been sowing the seeds of crime? Then Yoko Okino comes to Detective Moore's office with a spooky case set at a haunted house. Mr. Moore isn't available, but Wakita, the mystery-loving sushi chef, is!

And the truth is revealed about Mary, the mysterious girl Sera's been protecting. Could there be another victim of the drug that turned Conan into a kid?

Are high-school girls Nanoha and Chidori ready to face the storms in their new romantic relationship together?

Nanoha and Chidori are best friends who attend the same all-girls high school--and also share a heart-pounding secret: they're lovers. Through sunny days and tumultuous storms, they're always ready for new adventures together.

Amidst Chidori and Nanoha's anxieties about what comes after graduating, their one-year anniversary arrives. With a perfect plan for their date, nothing can get in their way! Except everything that can go wrong does. Can Chidori and Nanoha figure out how to salvage what's left of their precious day?

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!

Gakuro learns that Yagyo and other dangerous spirits hide in plain sight, waiting for the chance to strike. To prepare for the battles ahead, Gakuro undergoes training with Nue's guidance! Kazusa also asks to train under Nue, but as always, Nue has a wild idea up her sleeve...

An all-new adventure featuring Edward Kenway, following the events of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag!

Edward Kenway, the infamous pirate and Assassin, must complete one last swashbuckling mission! Shifting allegiances, new allies, deadly battles with the scheming Templars, and all-new enemies are going to put all of Kenway's skills to the test in Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple!

Conflict is a constant in Kenway's life, but he's never navigated one like this before! Madam Lee has proved a formidable ally, but nothing can last forever in a world as fraught with deception and violence as this one. Plus, Noa Kim's search bleeds into his real life, and he discovers some interesting changes in himself!

Have you ever spotted a quilt in the illustration of a children's book?

In Storybook Quilts, author and designer Laura Piland presents a delightful collection of 14 quilt patterns, each inspired by the pages of beloved picture books.

With clear instructions, full-color photographs, and thoughtful tips, quilters of all skill levels can bring these treasured tales to life in fabric form. Whether you're stitching a heartfelt gift for a mom-to-be or a cherished keepsake for a child, Storybook Quilts invites you to transform your favorite bedtime story into memories that will last a lifetime.

• 14 quilt patterns inspired by children's book illustrations
• Step-by-step instructions and full-color diagrams
• Ideal for baby quilts, gifts, and story time snuggles

Perfect for quilters, book lovers, and anyone who believes in the magic of story time.

What's worse than regretting a one-night stand? Being snowed in with her.

Since losing her wife six years ago, Colby has perfected the hermit lifestyle: secluded Minnesota cabin, golden retriever, weekly cupcake run. Zero complications. Until a chaotic, pink-haired vet tech arrives for a house call and-in one reckless moment-Colby lets someone in.

It was supposed to be one night. Then the blizzard hit.

Josie is a serial hobbyist who's perfected the art of avoiding rejection. Pilates, painting, pickleball-anything but feelings. So being trapped in a cabin with no distractions and a gorgeous woman who clearly regrets last night? Personal nightmare.

But a lot can happen in a week. Stolen glances turn into lingering eye contact. Awkward silences become late-night conversations. And when the snow stops, both of them have to face the question they've been avoiding: what if the biggest risk isn't opening your heart to someone, it's letting her walk away when the roads finally clear?

A tender and emotional romance about finding love when (and where) you're absolutely not looking for it. Perfect for fans of Ashley Herring Blake, Casey McQuiston.

★Crazy Grandmas 2 Grayscale Coloring Book★

Grandma went crazy again!!

The coloring book includes

60 pp.

A4

white backsides - no pushing through

grandmas making faces

dancing grannies

with crazy haircuts

with crazy pets

A perfect gift for all grandma lovers, funny coloring fans.

When Cody Dorman was born with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, his parents were told he wouldn't live past his second birthday. Yet he beat the odds over and over. In 2018, at age thirteen, he was introduced to a five-month-old Thoroughbred foal through Make-A-Wish. There was an instant connection between the two, one so impactful that the owners named the young racehorse Cody's Wish. Cody traveled to racetracks around the country to watch "his" horse run, including thrilling victories in a 2022 Breeders' Cup Race at Keeneland and a 2023 race at Santa Anita. This is a story of resilience, triumph, and love-of the inexplicable yet undeniable bond between a courageous boy and the champion racehorse he considered his best friend.