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We Are Villains
From bestselling and award-winning author Kacen Callendar comes a thrilling, dark academia YA about murder, blackmail, and the one person determined to discover the truth, no matter the cost
What happened to Arianna Reynolds?
Ari's death was ruled an accident, but for her best friend, Milo, it's shrouded in mystery. Why was she in the woods on the night of the fire? Had she been alone? Figuring out what happened the night Ari died is the only reason Milo returns to Yates Academy, even knowing he'll be in constant danger . . .
Liam is the King of Yates, a role he keeps hold of through his family's old money--and the threat of violence. So when he begins receiving ominous letters from another student accusing him of murdering Ari, the suspect list is long. Desperate to prove his innocence before the accusation ruins his reign, Liam enlists Milo's help to find the blackmailer. But the more Milo helps Liam, the more he becomes certain that Liam has something to hide.
As Milo comes closer to the truth, he uncovers secrets that everyone wants to keep buried . . .
Featuring a cast of queer characters of color, We Are Villains is an electrifying mystery that will keep readers guessing.
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Finding Focus: Own Your Attention in an Age of Distraction
A must-read action plan to reclaim your focus, direct your attention, and save your mind in an era of endless distraction. Now available in paperback! Our brains are wired for focus. We are designed for it, we crave it, and yet in our current age of overload, we often feel like our minds are bolting from one distraction to the next, with sustained focus always just out of reach. Finding Focus is an empowering guide to reclaiming your most precious resource: your attention. Leading behavioral scientist Dr. Zelana Montminy unveils the science behind focus and distraction, revealing how our hyperconnected reality and the endless flux between digital and physical life fragments our thoughts and diminishes our well-being. Finding Focus equips you with powerful strategies to: - Silence the noise
- Rewire your brain
- Unleash your potential
- Rediscover yourself If we can control our attention and be present, if we choose when and how we engage, we have a greater sense of wellbeing, deeper fulfillment, and a clear purpose. Finding Focus invites you to ask the question "Where do I want to direct my focus today?" It is a call to arms for anyone yearning to break free from the grip of distraction and live a life brimming with purpose and connection. -
Downpour: Splish! Splash! Ker-Splash!
● A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year!
A young boy celebrates a refreshing storm in this joyous picture book about experiencing with all your senses a cloudburst of rain on a hot summer day
★ "Spreads and text voice the energy and joy of perceiving a storm as a part of the world that's very much alive." Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ "A joyful and refreshing multisensory experience." The Horn Book, starred review
● A 2026 USBBY Outstanding International Book
A boy looks up at the sky and smells the air as the first raindrops hit the ground. He listens as it begins to pour, observing all the symphony of sound this welcome downpour makes.
He feels the water droplets on his skin and sees little rivulets of water on the sidewalk. "Badadada" he hears as the rain hits his yellow umbrella, "Ker-sploosh" as he jumps in a puddle.
This boy uses all his senses to experience a refreshing summer storm. Koshiro Hata's illustrations revel in the joy of nature in Yuko Ohnari's new book featuring expressive onomatopoeia to sound out and enjoy. You'll definitely want to play outside the next time it rains.
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Banquet for Cecilia: How Cecilia Chiang Revolutionized Chinese Food in America
Relish in the savory, tangy, and sometimes spicy dishes of Cecilia Chiang, a revolutionary who changed the way Americans viewed Chinese food. From an early age, Cecilia Chiang could be found delighting in the sounds and smells from her favorite room in her home--the kitchen. Little did Cecilia know that she would one day have to escape war and travel to a faraway country, destined to change Chinese cuisine in the United States forever. Experience the dishes Cecilia Chiang enjoyed throughout her life as the seventh daughter in a large family to the owner of the famous Mandarin restaurant in San Francisco.Sold out -
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Collapse of Venezuela: Scorched Earth Politics and Economic Decline, 2012-2020
The Collapse of Venezuela documents Venezuela's economic implosion as politicians adopted strategies that severely harmed the economy in their struggle for power.
Between 2012 and 2020, Venezuela suffered the largest economic contraction ever documented outside of wartime. This collapse was caused not just by the failure of an economic model but also the deeper failure of its political system to manage the conflicts inherent to a polarized society. The Collapse of Venezuela argues that when the stakes of power are high, politicians have an incentive to adopt political strategies that directly harm the economy. Author Francisco Rodríguez describes these scorched earth strategies and shows how politicians used these methods to target the Venezuelan economy in their fight for power. Ultimately, the conflicting sides have trapped the economy in a catastrophic stalemate that has destroyed the country's living standards and turned the economy into a political battlefield.
By charting Venezuela's experience with scorched earth politics, Rodríguez reveals an essential cautionary tale for other democracies around the globe.
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Shade the Changing Man by Peter Milligan Omnibus Vol. 1
The surreal superhero epic penned by Peter Milligan is back in print, now collected in omnibus format for the first time! Along with fellow classics like The Sandman, Animal Man, and Hellblazer, Shade, the Changing Man--a subversive reinvention of a character created by comics legend Steve Ditko--helped usher in the era of DC's Vertigo imprint, populated by stories with a distinctly mature sensibility and fearless creative vision. Now, Shade, the Changing Man--written by acclaimed scribe Peter Milligan and with art by Chris Bachalo, Mark Pennington, and more--is collected in the omnibus format! Shade, the Changing Man starts with Kathy George's encounter with Shade's arrival on Earth from his home dimension of Meta--in the body of her parents' killer. From there, Shade and Kathy journey into America's collective unconscious to find the evil known only as The American Scream. From there, it's a mind-bending journey into the heartland of a nation, in the most celebrated work of Milligan's prolific career! Collects Shade, the Changing Man #1-41, and a story from Vertigo Jam #1, along with a brand-new introduction by Peter Milligan. -
300 Full Body Kettlebell Workouts Book for Men and Women: Big Guide to 150 Kettlebell Exercises & 150 Kettlebell and Bodyweight Exercises with Step-by
Unlock your fitness potential with the 300 kettlebell workouts. This comprehensive guide is the definitive kettlebell training book you've searched for. This kettlebell workout book offers an unparalleled range of exercises that combine the dynamic power of kettlebells with the versatility of bodyweight movements, creating a balanced and effective workout regimen.
This kettlebell book is your perfect companion. With 300 kettlebell workouts, you'll have endless options to challenge yourself and achieve your fitness goals.
Each exercise is designed to build strength, burn fat, and enhance overall fitness.
Key Features of this Kettlebell and Bodyweight Exercise Book:
- Diverse Workout Options: Choose from 150 kettlebell workouts and 150 workouts combining kettlebell and bodyweight exercises. This variety ensures a full-body workout that targets all major muscle groups for a balanced fitness routine.Timed-Based and Rep-Based Workouts: Enjoy a mix of timed-based and rep-based workouts to keep your training dynamic and effective.Step-by-Step Instructions: Each exercise comes with detailed guides and clear images, making this an excellent kettlebell exercise book for perfect form and technique.Muscle Targeting Information: Understanding which muscles you're working with each exercise can help you focus on your fitness goals and achieve better results.BONUS 1: Extra 1,000 Workouts - stay motivated and avoid workout boredom with endless variety.BONUS 2: Logging sheets to record your workouts.
Why Choose This Book?
- Convenience: You don't need a gym membership or extensive equipment. A kettlebell and your body weight are all you need to perform these effective workouts.Efficiency: Focus on exercises that deliver results without wasting time, ensuring a productive workout session.Motivation: Keep your workouts exciting and varied with various exercises to prevent boredom and enhance motivation.Results: Build strength, lose fat, and improve your overall fitness with a proven combination of kettlebell and bodyweight workouts.
With clear instructions and step-by-step guidance, you will feel empowered to push your limits and reach new heights in your fitness journey.
What Sets This Book Apart?
- Visual and Interactive Learning: Step-by-step guides and images make learning and executing exercises straightforward and engaging.Comprehensive Approach: The blend of kettlebell and bodyweight exercises provides a well-rounded fitness regimen, promoting balanced muscle development and overall fitness.
Don't miss this chance to elevate your fitness routine.
Click the BUY NOW button and start your journey to a stronger, fitter you today with this essential kettlebell book workouts edition!
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Sold outDreaming Alongside
Let Dragonfly lead you on a journey of inspiration!
Following your winged guide, visit the places and things that can help you find strength in the present and imagine your amazing future. Dream alongside everything from a construction site and a sewing machine to the river and a blanket of moss. After your travels, Dragonfly asks: What do you like to dream about? With its mixed setting in rural and urban environments and exploration of both the natural and modern world, Dreaming Alongside gives readers permission to daydream and think of what magic their lives have the potential to hold.
Bilingual edition (English and Plains Cree) available as Dreaming Alongside / ê-pawâtamahk.
Praise for Monique Gray Smith:
★"Joyful and tender...celebrates the activities that bring gladness through family and cultural connections."--School Library Journal, starred review for My Heart Fills With Happiness
★"Smith tackles difficult and complex conversations with straightforwardness and compassion."--School Library Journal, starred review for Speaking Our Truth
"Gentle...Notably centering Indigenous families and characters of color in personal and communal activities--and encouraging readers to evaluate their actions toward others."--Publisher's Weekly for When We Are Kind
"Smith's text is heartwarming!"--Debbie Reese, American Indians in Children's Literature for You Hold Me Up
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One Day at the Bottom of the Deep Blue Sea
A clever little girl outsmarts a silly hungry shark in this rhyming underwater read-aloud romp--perfect for ages 3-7.
A clever little girl "with a net for catching pearls" meets a shark who wants nothing more than to eat her for dinner. Diving into these gorgeous pages, readers will find nothing short of a classic tale: a bully being shown up by his weaker and far more clever adversary! An ebullient and unabashedly entertaining read aloud, One Day at the Bottom of the Deep Blue Sea has enough bite to excite readers of all ages. Delightful characters created by Brandon James Scott are perfectly matched to Daniel Bernstrom's rollicking tale of bravery, trickery and undersea adventure.Sold out -
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From Gordon Korman, the bestselling author of Restart, the story of a boy who's stuck at home with two broken legs... and who starts using cameras and a drone to spy on his classmates, neighbors, and a possible criminal who's come to town.If Carter hadn't been checking his phone, he might have seen his brother coming down the ski slopes in his direction. And if Carter had seen his brother in time and avoided the crash, he might not have two broken legs right now.
Oops.
Now Carter is stuck at home for weeks, with both his legs in casts. Bored, he starts checking out the live feeds from police cams around his town. Before he knows it, he's obsessed -- watching his classmates when they don't know he's looking, and discovering some other VERY STRANGE things going on that no one else is noticing.
But what happens when Carter is found out... and the people he's watching know where he lives?
Accelerated Reading Level 5.3
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