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"There are few authors who can twist the ordinary into such frightening and compelling scenarios, and Mindy Mejia tops that list." --William Kent Krueger

The latest thriller in the USA Today bestselling Iowa Mysteries series starring Max Summerlin and Jonah Kendrick, an unlikely pair of private investigators who specialize in finding people who don't want to be found.

How do you find a woman who doesn't exist?

As a former police officer and a psychic detective, Max Summerlin and Jonah Kendrick may not be the most conventional business partners. But together, they have years of investigative experience, and opening Celina Investigations feels like a natural decision.

When a man walks into their office searching for his missing girlfriend without a past or even a name, Max and Jonah realize their newest client may present their hardest challenge yet. Their first task: find out why he refuses to go to the police.

Meanwhile, a woman drives across the country with all her belongings packed into a car, desperate to escape a dark past. The question posed to the fleeing woman is the same one that keeps Max and Jonah awake at night: can you ever really change your life?

From an 80's-inspired bakery to a horrifying house at the edge of the woods, Max and Jonah unearth the missing woman's shocking past, and in the process, put themselves directly in the path of the terror she was trying to outrun.

A Washington Post Best Nonfiction Book of 2025

From acclaimed and prize-winning historian Paul Gillingham, a rich and vibrant history of one of the world's most diverse, politically ground-breaking, and influential of countries

At the beginning of his masterful work of scholarship and narration, Paul Gillingham writes, from its outset "Mexico was more profoundly, globally hybrid than anywhere else in the prior history of the world." Over the ensuing five centuries, Mexicans have prefigured and shaped the course of human lives across the globe.

Gillingham begins in 1511 with the dramatic shipwreck of two Spanish sailors in the far south of Mexico. Ten years later Hernán Cortés led an army of European adventurers and indigenous rebels to seize the legendary island city of Tenochtitlán, the center of Montezuma's empire, the largest in the Americas. The capture of the future Mexico City was, more than an extraordinary military event, the collision of two long-separated worlds, radically different in everything from biota to urban planning. Spaniards discovered tomatoes, chocolate, and a city larger and more sophisticated than anything they had ever seen. Mexicans discovered horses, wheels, and lethal germs, sparking a cataclysmic century of disease that wiped out a majority of the pre-existing population and led to a unique recombination of European and indigenous cultures. The industrial mining of Mexico's silver transformed the wealth and trade of the world. Mexico's independence from the Spanish Empire in 1821 led to a calamitous mid-century war with the United States and one of the first great social revolutions that brought peace for Mexicans throughout many of the global horrors of the 20th century, before the country itself collapsed into the violence of the cartels and a refugee crisis in the 2000s.

The history of Mexico has been, Gillingham shows, one of suffering empire but also of overcoming. Through it all the country set new standards for inclusivity, for progressive social policies, for artistic expression, for adroitly balancing dictatorship and democracy. While racial divides endured, so too did indigenous peoples, who enjoyed rights unthinkable in the United States. Mexico was among the first countries to abolish slavery in 1829, and Mexicans elected North America's first Black president, Vicente Guerrero, its only indigenous president, Benito Juárez, and its only woman president, Claudia Sheinbaum.

As elegantly written as it is powerful in scope, rich in character and anecdote, Mexico uses the latest research to dazzling effect, showing how often Mexico has been a dynamic and vital shaper of world affairs.

"Compelling and brilliant--don't miss it!"--Alison Weir

From the acclaimed royal historian, the dramatic and untold story of the lie about the controversial succession that ended the Tudor era and changed the course of British history

In the long and dramatic annals of British history, no transition from one monarch to another has been as fraught and consequential as that which ended the Tudor dynasty and launched the Stuart in March 1603. At her death, Elizabeth I had reigned for 44 turbulent years, facing many threats, whether external from Spain or internal from her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots. But no danger was greater than the uncertainty over who would succeed her, which only intensified as her reign lengthened. Her unwillingness to marry or name a successor gave rise to fierce rivalry between blood claimants to the throne--Mary and her son, James VI of Scotland, Arbella Stuart, Lady Katherine Grey, Henry Hastings, and more--which threatened to destabilize the monarchy.

As acclaimed Tudor historian Tracy Borman reveals in The Stolen Crown, according to Elizabeth's earliest biographer, William Camden, in his history of her reign, on her deathbed the queen indicated James was her chosen heir, and indeed he did become king soon after she died. That endorsement has been accepted as fact for more than four centuries. However, recent analysis of Camden's original manuscript shows key passages were pasted over and rewritten to burnish James' legacy. The newly-uncovered pages make clear not only that Elizabeth's naming of James never happened, but that James, uncertain he would ever gain the British throne, was even suspected of sending an assassin to London to kill the queen. Had all this been known at the time, the English people--bitter enemies with Scotland for centuries--might well not have accepted James as their king, with unimagined ramifications.

Inspired by the revelations over Camden's manuscript, Borman sheds rare new light on Elizabeth's historic reign, chronicling it through the lens of the various claimants who, over decades, sought the throne of the only English monarch not to make provision for her successor. The consequences were immense. Not only did James upend Elizabeth's glittering court, but the illegitimacy of his claim to the throne, which Camden suppressed, found full expression in the catastrophic reign of James' son and successor, Charles I. His execution in 1649 shocked the world and destroyed the monarchy fewer than 50 years after Elizabeth died, changing the course of British and world history.

Astra and the Mermi-crew star in an exciting original graphic novel adventure written by New York Times bestselling author Shea Fontana, perfect for new and old fans of tokidoki's hit show Mermicorno: Starfall on Max!

In the first original Mermicorno graphic novel, join Astra, Gwen, Squishella, Kameko, and Nautique on a mer-mazing adventure to save the Pearl Kingdom and stop Ika Inkblot's evil plan!

The Mermicornos' quest brings them to the sunken ship hideout of the Bottom Feeder Bandits, who challenge them to a series of games. Will the Mermicornos be able to best these fishy foes and escape the trap?

This fun early graphic novel will appeal to emergent readers, especially the millions of young fans of the top-rated hit show Mermicorno: Starfall.

Praised for her awe-inspiring ability to mix vibrant patterned fabrics, antique furniture, and collectible art, Anna Spiro has worked tirelessly throughout her design career to create compelling homes and spaces for her clients. This beautifully illustrated book, Anna Spiro: A Life in Pattern, is a source of inspiration for readers and admirers throughout the world of Spiro's colorful and visually complex style.

Describing her singular design ethos, Spiro says, "I love to create rooms that spark emotion and people want to linger in . . . spaces that are rooted in tradition, yet unique in their execution. It's important for me to use only the highest quality so that our designs endure the test of time--quality over quantity. The end result is a curation of disparate objects brought together to create an interesting, layered, and inspiring space that defies the boundaries of dull yet respects the basic principles of classicism."

From mood boards to finished rooms, this exploration of Spiro's design philosophy, now in an updated format, gives readers the framework to create fiercely unique, surprising spaces that sing with individuality.

The Dignity of Dependence argues that women's equal rights depend on advocating for women as women.

The world is not ready to welcome women as women; a culture that fears dependence and asks everyone to aim for autonomy and independence will always be a society hostile to women. Women are expected to care for those around them while living in a society that despises need and penalizes those who care for the weak.

The Dignity of Dependence aims to liberate women and men from this corrosive and false ideal of the human person as strongest alone. Leah Libresco Sargeant argues that to thrive, human beings need to exist in webs of mutual dependence, not in isolating, radical autonomy. Women's equal dignity doesn't require women to deny biological reality or attempt to be interchangeable with men. Sargeant advocates for building a culture that accepts and celebrates women as they are rather than demanding that women keep their relationships and their bodies in check. The fight for women's dignity is a fight for a full, human dignity--a dignity that isn't threatened by dependence. It is our need for each other that makes us human.

An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller!

An Instant #1 Indie Bestseller!

The haunting tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest is reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice Sendak in an all-new picture book.

Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author of The Long Walk, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott Medal-winning Where the Wild Things Are," guide you into the most deliciously daring rendition of the classic Grimm fairy tale yet. But will you find your way back out?

With a personal introduction from Stephen King, the beautiful book has been created in close collaboration with The Maurice Sendak Foundation. This stunning storybook makes the perfect gift for fans of King, Sendak, and the Brothers Grimm.

El único libro que necesitarás para aprender y dominar todas las técnicas para coser a mano y a máquina, ahora actualizado con las últimas tendencias y un diseño renovado.

El libro de la costura expone paso a paso y con gran riqueza de detalles y fotografías todas las técnicas: pinzas, lorzas, pliegues, dobladillos, bolsillos, ojales, cremalleras y muchas más.

Las fotografías de calidad muestran las herramientas y los materiales más apropiados para tu labor, además de las mejores telas. ¡Te garantizamos que aprenderás a usarlas y a sacarles partido!

Más de 300 técnicas y 10 proyectos acompañados de patrones. Aprende a leer cada patrón y a adaptar los diseños de manera que se ajusten a tus medidas, y aplica tus conocimientos de costura adquiridos para elaborar prendas de vestir y ropa para el hogar

Un libro de referencia ideal tanto para personas que desean comenzar un nuevo hobby como para todo aquel que busca expandir su repertorio de técnicas.

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Explore everything you need to know to sew your clothes and home furnishings.

Demystify your sewing machine and master essential techniques with The Sewing Book. This bestselling guide covers over 300 techniques with illustrated step-by-step sequences, showing you how to create everything from seams and hems to darts, gathers, and collars.

Discover how to read a pattern and adapt designs to suit your measurements, learn about tools and materials, and find the best fabrics for whatever you want to make.

Complete with ten homeware and clothing projects to help you put your new-found skills to the test. The Sewing Book shows you everything you need to know, stitch by stitch.

Lions are big cats that live together in prides. Prides are made up of family members! In this title, leveled text and vibrant photos guide readers to learn about how lion prides work together to hunt, raise young, and more. Special features highlight lion foods, share how lions communicate, and more. This book about lion prides is sure to make readers roar for more!

In Italy, people greet each other by saying, ciao! In this book, leveled text provides a narrative for early readers to follow along. Special features show English and Italian words, along with pronunciation guides for readers to learn new words. Fun everyday images are paired with the words and include greetings, food, home life and more! An ending spread shows the readers how to say things like goodbye!

A New York Times bestseller!

In this joyful companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, rollicking rhymes and bold artwork celebrate love--from A to Z!

"I love you
and you love me
the way we say it is
L, O, V, E!"

With its playful alphabet theme and heartfelt message, Chicka Chicka I Love You is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, baby showers, or anytime you want to say "I love you!." This charming keepsake mini picture book features sturdy paper over board construction, dazzling rainbow holographic foil on the cover, and a special to/from page--ideal for sharing love, one letter at a time.

Don't miss Chicka Chicka I Love Mom and Chicka Chicka I Love Dad--companion celebrations of everything we love about parents!

Wiggly worms, what would we do without you?

Meet the nature heroes that are saving our planet every day: the wiggly worms!

In this gentle rhyming book, babies and toddlers will go on an adventure with a worm as it wiggles and waggles underground. They'll be introduced to how worms keep their ecosystem healthy, and learn about their superpower of creating soil and recycling nutrients.

Peek-through holes in the pages invite the reader to engage with the book. The organically shaped edges are also perfect for little ones.

Stunning and adorable illustrations by Tinna Guo make this cute board book the perfect gift for toddlers who love the outdoors and are curious about nature.

Also available: Fungi Friends, Brilliant Bugs, Busy Bees.

Head to the depths of our oceans and spot over 150 incredible sea creatures in this search-and-find book by marine biologist Carlee Jackson.

There are millions of creatures hiding in the depths of our oceans! In this beautiful search-and-find book, kids will snorkel around a coral reef, swim along a mangrove, and explore a shipwreck as they have fun for hours searching for sea creatures.

Vibrant illustrations by Hannah Abbo make for beautiful underwater scenes. As kids pore over the details, they'll dive deeper and deeper within our oceans and discover habitats from around the world.

Will they be able to spot the sea turtle hatchlings making a dash for the sea? Or the nurse shark having a snooze in the coral reef? How about the narwhals peeking through ice in the Arctic? Kids will also learn that epaulette sharks can "walk", how a rainbow sea slug defends itself against predators, and why honeycomb eels have two sets of jaws!

In this beautifully illustrated book kids will discover the diversity and richness of Earth's oceans.

Prepare to be dazzled from your whiskers to your paws! From Nora Ericson and Elly MacKay, the creators of the award-winning picture book Too Early, comes a showstopping performance with precious performers, perfect for animal and dance lovers everywhere

Doors are closing, lights are dimming. Strings are singing, it's beginning.

Hop on in, take your seat, and watch the curtains rise on the Bunny Ballet! When a brother and sister stumble upon an extraordinary woodland show, they're introduced to the magic of dance. Noses twitch, whiskers quiver, and graceful bunnies leap and soar across the stage as the audience sits on the edge of their seats.

Nora Ericson and Elly MacKay's enchanting picture book full of fluffy plies, grand jetés, and perfect bunny pirouettes is the ultimate read-aloud for dancers and dreamers of all ages and species.

Also Available from Nora Ericson and Elly MacKay:
Too Early

Waiting for Guffman meets Parks and Recreation for middle grade readers, in this one-of-a-kind illustrated novel from Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka, where a wasp sting grants Peachaloo a useful new superpower.

Two very large things have just happened to Peachaloo Piccolozampa. First, she's discovered a plot to ruin her favorite swimming hole and replace it with a golf course. Second, a wasp sting has given her the superpower to understand the truth behind what people say.

Peachaloo knows a golf course is not the destiny for the grounds of the Ajax Mansion, a former monastery whose jump-roping denizens proclaimed it freely open to all. But the mansion's new owner has other ideas--and has managed to bury the evidence of the Brothers and Sisters' wishes. Now it's up to Peachaloo to use her superpower to prove this villain a liar, star in the annual pageant, and somehow get her town back the way it's supposed to be.

Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka proves as deft with pen as paintbrush in this sizzlingly witty tale of Extraordinary Wasp Perception, oyster-slinging bank robbers, and a community standing strong against the forces of greed and real estate. Illustrations sprinkled throughout paint a small town entirely unique and yet all too familiar to readers across the U.S. Readers of all ages won't want to miss the next train to the big-hearted, peculiar, one-of-a-kind town of Fourwords.

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

For fans of P Is for Pterodactyl, this groundbreaking alphabet picture book from rising star Charlie Mylie is chock-full of letter shape seek-and-finds and other literacy-building twist and turns that will keep readers coming back for more

All aboard the brain train! The conductor has mapped out a smooth route from A to Z, but when the train goes off the tracks, the whole alphabet goes off the rails! What's G doing next to I? Shouldn't Q come before R? Does anyone know how to get out of O?

The train has to fly through the fog at F, slip past sea creatures at S, and hitch a ride with the horned horses at H if they want to make it safely to the memory palace. Written to reinforce readers' literacy building blocks, this totally twisted take on the ABCs is both a joy to read and a tool for new readers.

With seek-and-find elements on every page, kids and caregivers are sure to return to this hilarious alphabet book over and over again.