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Rabbit Test and Other Stories
[STARRED REVIEW] "Brilliant."
--Publishers Weekly A subversive debut short-fiction collection from one of the hottest talents in speculative fiction: 2025 Compton Crook Award winner and Pushcart Prize nominee Samantha Mills (The Wings Upon Her Back). These riveting stories range effortlessly from fantasy and science fiction to literary fiction, from the here and now all the way into the farthest reaches of space. The central tale of the collection is Mills' pivotal Nebula, Locus, and Sturgeon Award-winning story "Rabbit Test," which interrogates the past, present, and future of abortion rights. A time-traveling fisherwoman keeps landing on the right shore, but at the wrong time. A pair of witches fight over the gate between life and death. A new consciousness, intent upon seeing all the wonders of the universe, visits a floating library. A rock-and-roll legend squares off against a town full of devils. Humanity makes first contact, but falters when put in charge of selecting the world's representatives. In her strange and emotional worlds, with stakes ranging from the epic to the personal, Mills creates ample room for humor and hope amidst tragedy and struggle. Introduction by Meg Elison (Find Layla) -
Start Grow Sell: 50 Lessons for Succesful Entrepreneurship
'We learn by doing, ' the old adage tells us. And in the case of entrepreneurship, you can take that literally! Becoming a successful entrepreneur involves lots of hard work and learning from your mistakes as you progress. There is no magic formula, but following the right lessons can take you a long way. In Start, Grow, Sell, Jürgen Ingels reveals the lessons he has learned as a top entrepreneur. He gives concrete, practical tips about how you can take your company to the next level, from your business model to operations, from marketing and sales to human resources and from the composition of your team to the financial structure of your organization. Using a series of personal anecdotes, Jürgen illustrates his own entrepreneurial story, which did not always go the way he had planned. With this book, he hopes to inspire others, to pass on his passion for entrepreneurship and technology, and to help the budding entrepreneurs of the future to overcome the problems they will inevitably face. -
Buy Real Estate Without Cash or Good Credit: A Bootstrappers Guide
Real estate is the best way to build real wealth in America - but most people never get started because they think they can't.
Maybe you're broke. Maybe your credit's a mess. Maybe the bank has already turned you down.
That's exactly why I wrote this book. I've closed real deals - with little or none of my own money and I want to show you how to do it too. Inside, I chronicle real stories from my own journey and provide plenty of inspiration to keep you motivated along the way. Let me show you how to get started right now - no excuses.
Here's just some of what you'll learn:
-> How to find properties selling for pennies on the dollar
-> The simple way to figure out what any property is worth
-> How to make offers that sellers say yes to
-> Where to get the money to close - even if the bank says no
-> How to use real estate to build real freedom and create wealth for your family
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Acts of Love: Black Performance and the Kiss That Changed Film History
"This book doesn't just fill gaps in film history; it demands that we confront why those gaps existed in the first place. A fascinating read for lovers of film."--Ava DuVernay The rediscovery of the first film to depict African American affection revises the history of American cinema. In 1898, vaudeville actors Saint Suttle and Gertie Brown joyously embraced in a short silent film titled Something Good--Negro Kiss. The first known film to portray African American affection, it was lost for over a century until its rediscovery inspired contemporary audiences with a powerful and enduring depiction of Black love. More than a missing piece in an untold history of Black cinematic performance, Something Good--and the magnetism of Suttle and Brown--attests to the power of Black performance on stage and screen from the nineteenth century to today. In Acts of Love, Allyson Nadia Field tells the story of Something Good and recovers the forgotten yet fascinating lives of its performers and their world. Drawing a vivid picture from sparse historical records, Acts of Love examines popular culture's negotiation of blackness to reconsider the intersections of minstrelsy, vaudeville, and cinema in ragtime America. This book not only presents the story of Something Good, its performers, and the drama of its rediscovery; it shows how the rediscovery of this short early film changes our understanding of American film history. -
You Matter, Luma
A little bunny discovers that even the smallest voice can make a world of difference.Does one small bunny really matter in a great big world? Luma feels invisible in her bustling forest-too quiet, too unsure, too small to make a difference. But when a simple act of kindness sets her on an unexpected journey, she uncovers a powerful truth: her voice has value, her feelings have meaning, and her presence makes an impact.Set in The Matteringverse(TM)--a magical world where every creature's light matters--You Matter, Luma is a tender and beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand that their worth isn't something they earn; it's something they already have. Drawing from the science of emotional development and mattering, John R. Miles gently guides readers to see that courage, compassion, and connection begin with believing you matter.Perfect for fans of The Rabbit Listened, The Invisible String, and What Do You Do With an Idea?--as well as beloved modern classics like I Am Enough, Be Kind, and All Because You Matter--this timeless story opens the door to meaningful conversations about self-worth, belonging, and kindness at home, in classrooms, and beyond."Your mattering isn't measured by how loud you are or how fast you run. It lives in your heart and shines through what you do with love."You Matter, Luma is the first book in the You Matter series, a collection of emotionally rich adventures within The Matteringverse(TM) that grow with children and help them navigate life with confidence, care, and courage. -
In the Hour of Chaos: Art and Activism with Public Enemy's Chuck D Volume 6
A profound meditation on hip hop's transformative power, In the Hour of Chaos takes us deep into the mind of the genre's most unabashed revolutionary. This book is not an autobiography. It's not a manifesto. It's a razor-sharp investigation into hip hop and rap music by searing lyricist and global music icon Chuck D of Public Enemy. Engaging with some of the world's leading thinkers on hip hop, "Professor Chuck" sets out on a journey that celebrates fifty years of hip hop and charts paths forward for its future. Exploring the intersections of hip hop with Black radicalism and feminism, media and technology, and globalization and politics, this curated collection shows the power of culture and the arts not only to bring people together but to bring about political change in this current hour of chaos. Features conversations with leading thinkers, including Robin D. G. Kelley, H. Samy Alim, Jeff Chang, Davey D, Scot Brown, Cheryl L. Keyes, Gaye Theresa Johnson, Bryonn Bain, Maya Jupiter, Adam Bradley, Joan Morgan, and more. -
Baker's Daughter: Recipes & Memories from a Family Bakery
This is what happens when a devoted daughter revives her famous-baker-dad's recipes--and uncovers a hidden family history.
In this narrative cookbook, Marcy Brenner's devotion to her dad, Max, is evident from the first line to the last--but her journey of discovery goes back in time, to long before she tasted her first Chocolate Top Cookie.
We follow her journey, starting with a childhood of working holidays at Brenner's Bakery in Alexandria, Virginia, and culminating in teaching herself to bake like a pro in her own kitchen. To learn Max's secrets, she decoded his cryptic, commercial recipe cards. In so doing, uncovered an unexpected story--one of generations of bakers who both protected their past and used love as their primary ingredient.
Features fifty primary recipes, with variations, and a special "Notes" section on banking tips and tricks--including how-to's for bread starters. Plus, more than 100 four-color process photos, along with black-and-white illustrations of Max's favorites. The narrative pages include Brenner family photos, past and present.
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Spider-Man '94: The Return
At last, the continuing adventures of Peter Parker, the Animated Spider-Man! Because you demanded it: The fan-favorite continuity of the hit '90s animated series returns! After searching to the ends of the Multiverse, Spider-Man swings back into the streets of New York City --with his beloved Mary Jane Watson in tow! But his friendly neighborhood is going to take a decidedly unfriendly turn, courtesy of this universe's debut of not one but two of Spidey's greatest villains! Legendary Spider-Scribe J.M. DeMatteis and rising-star artist Jim Towe bring you the Peter Parker you've been waiting 30 years for! Break out your action figures and post up in front of the television as we bring you back to the greatest era of super-hero animation in history! COLLECTING: Spider-Man '94 (2025) #1-5 -
Nag Hammadi Scriptures and the Dead Sea Scrolls: Lost Gospels and Hidden Truths of Early Christianity
What if the real teachings of Jesus were hidden for centuries, buried in caves, wrapped in secrecy, and nearly lost to history?
What did early Christians believe before the Bible was finalized?
Why were some gospels declared heresy while others were canonized?
Who were the Gnostics, and what truths did they claim to know?
And what do the Dead Sea Scrolls reveal about a messianic expectation long before the birth of Christ?The answers lie within this book.
The Nag Hammadi Scriptures and the Dead Sea Scrolls: Lost Gospels and Hidden Truths of Early Christianity is more than a book, it's a revelatory journey through the most mysterious and controversial texts of the ancient world. It uncovers the secrets buried in the Egyptian sands of Nag Hammadi and the cliffs of Qumran, offering a gateway into a world of mystical visions, apocalyptic battles, divine feminine wisdom, spiritual dualism, and long-suppressed truths.
Inside, you'll explore:
✔ The Gnostic Gospels - Discover alternate Christian texts like the Gospel of Thomas, Gospel of Mary Magdalene, and the Gospel of Philip, filled with sayings and teachings of Jesus never heard in church.
✔ The Dead Sea Scrolls - Explore the esoteric beliefs and prophetic messages of the Essenes, including the War Scroll, Community Rule, and Messianic expectations.
✔ Christian Origins Re-imagined - Rethink what you know about early Christian belief, the historical Jesus, and the diversity of voices that existed long before orthodoxy was enforced.
✔ Engaging Commentary and Insight - Clear, accessible explanations help you understand dense theological ideas and how they shaped spiritual traditions, then and now.
✔ Illustrated Maps and Images illustrations - maps that visually bring to life ancient texts, sacred geography, and hidden traditions.
Whether you're a history lover, Bible scholar, spiritual seeker, or curious reader, this book provides:
✅ A deep dive into non-canonical scriptures rarely taught or preached
✅ A balanced comparison between Gnostic, Essene, and Orthodox views
✅ A rare chance to explore suppressed spiritual paths and their relevance today
✅ A visual journey through ancient manuscript discoveries and religious landmarksDare to ask the forbidden questions. Uncover the forgotten answers.
The hidden roots of Christianity await your discovery-within these pages. -
What Will People Think?
A Jimmy Fallon's Book Club Finalist
Mia Almas has a secret. By day, she works at a respectable job as a media fact checker--a position her conservative, Arab grandparents approve of--and, by night, she takes to the stages of New York City comedy clubs. She holds herself back in a lot of ways, especially in the romance department, but being on stage lights her up and makes being a wallflower the rest of the time more bearable. That is, until Phaedra, her stylish and bold new neighbor, inspires Mia to take a few risks. As Mia pursues a forbidden romance with her boss, her standup gets better and bolder, leading to a surprise spotlight that exposes her secret gig. Horrified and worried that her rebellious act could mean big consequences for her reserved Palestinian-American family, Mia frantically dives into damage control. But all of her efforts to pull back from the spotlight expose a family scandal from the 1940s that could change everything... Equal parts funny and tender, What Will People Think? is a heart-bursting exploration of what it means to discover and embrace the hidden parts of yourself, and how love in all forms can make you whole.
Mia's secret comedy career, forbidden office crush, and a long-guarded family secret take center stage, threatening her newfound confidence and her one shot at fame in this hilarious, heartfelt coming-of-age story perfect for fans of Curtis Sittenfeld and Etaf Rum. -
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra - Chaos Agent
A bold new start to Doctor Aphra's adventures in the wake of Return of the Jedi! Finally out from Darth Vader's shadow, the opportunities are limitless for everybody's favorite rogue archaeologist, Doctor Aphra -- newest agent of the New Republic?! Is Aphra's heart truly in her new status quo? Find out as she teams up with legendary rebels, beginning with her old pal Luke Skywalker on a quest to track down a rare artifact! But an unstable underworld collector has a different plan. Can Aphra truly be trusted, or will she betray her Jedi friend for a chance at the prize? Then Aphra teams with Han Solo on a mission to return a prized piece of art to a gangster from the smuggler's past! And when she and Chewbacca are tasked with providing security for a vital diplomatic mission on a remote desert kingdom, a mystery saboteur with a connection to Aphra threatens to upend the whole event! COLLECTING: Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2025) 1-10 -
Bugs: How to Draw Books for Kids with Butterflies, Ladybugs, Spiders, and More
Learn How to Draw Bugs in Just 5 Minutes--Easy Step-by-Step Lessons for Beginners Perfect How to Draw Bugs Book for Boys and Girls Fun, Easy Art Projects Great Gift Idea for Kids Inspire creativity and confidence with fun step-by-step drawing lessons made just for kids! From ladybugs to spiders to butterflies and more, this beginner-friendly "how to draw" book makes learning to draw a butterfly or a ladybug simple and exciting. Created by professional artist and author Alli Koch, this how to draw bugs book makes art time fun for every boy and girl ages 7-12. Whether your child is brand new to drawing or already loves to create, this book is an ideal birthday gift, homeschool art resource, or summertime activity. What's Inside:-
FUN & EASY 5-MINUTE DRAWING LESSONS Simple, step-by-step instructions help kids learn how to draw bugs in just minutes--perfect for beginners with no experience required.
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40+ COOL PROJECTS Learn how to draw a bug that flies, like a ladybug or a butterfly, and a bug that crawls, like an ant or a caterpillar.
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PERFECT FOR EVERY BOY AND GIRL Designed for kids ages 7-12, this confidence-building drawing book helps both boys and girls develop basic art skills while having fun.
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KID-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features layflat binding, large 9" x 9" pages, and perforated premium paper that's easy to draw on, tear out, and display.
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THE COOLEST GIFT FOR CREATIVE KIDS: Makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays--ideal for young artists, homeschoolers, or summer art time!
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FUN & EASY 5-MINUTE DRAWING LESSONS Simple, step-by-step instructions help kids learn how to draw bugs in just minutes--perfect for beginners with no experience required.
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Sports: How to Draw Books for Kids
Learn How to Draw Sports Things in Just 5 Minutes--Easy Step-by-Step Lessons for Beginners Perfect How to Draw Sports Book for Boys and Girls Fun, Easy Art Projects Cool Gift Idea for Kids Inspire creativity and confidence with fun, step-by-step drawing lessons made just for kids! From baseball bats to football helmets to pickleball paddles and more, this beginner-friendly "how to draw" book makes learning to draw simple and exciting. Created by professional artist and author Alli Koch, this how to draw sports book turns art time into an action-packed adventure for every boy and girl ages 7-12. Whether your child is brand new to drawing or already loves to create, this book is an ideal birthday gift, homeschool art resource, or classroom activity. What's Inside:- FUN & EASY 5-MINUTE DRAWING LESSONS Simple, step-by-step instructions help kids learn how to draw sports-themed pictures in just minutes--perfect for beginners with no experience required.
- 40+ COOL PROJECTS Learn how to draw basketball hoops, soccer balls, hockey sticks, footballs, and tons of other sports gear.
- PERFECT FOR EVERY BOY AND GIRL Designed for kids ages 7-12, this confidence-building drawing book helps both boys and girls develop basic art skills while having fun.
- KID-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features layflat binding, large 9" x 9" pages, and perforated premium paper that's easy to draw on, tear out, and display.
- THE COOLEST GIFT FOR CREATIVE KIDS: Makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays--ideal for young artists, homeschoolers, or classroom art time!
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Baking Up a Murder
A family-owned bakery gets mixed up in trouble in this cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Ellie Alexander and Bree Baker. When her beloved grandfather dies, pastry chef Madeline quits her high-brow job at a renowned LA restaurant to take up her grandfather's mantle and keep his bakery running alongside his widow, her big-personality Grandma Ruth. For Madeline, bringing her passion for French pastries to Solvang, California, is her biggest baking challenge yet: The town is completely Danish themed, down to the windmills. In an effort to connect with the locals and convince them that an éclair is just as good as a spandauer, Madeline enters a local baking competition at Grandma Ruth's urging. Despite her triumphant win, things go terribly wrong when a jilted competitor accuses Madeline of cheating and Grandma Ruth gets very publicly protective of her granddaughter. When that competitor is found dead outside the bakery with Grandma Ruth standing over the body, it's no surprise who everyone thinks is responsible. With the police focused on Grandma Ruth as a suspect and the gossipy locals quickly turning on Ruth and the bakery, Madeline becomes determined to prove her grandma's innocence and save her grandfather's legacy before the whole thing goes up in smoke. -
Unforgettable Mailman
It's never too late for the adventure of a lifetime, even if you can't remember why you started. The Unforgettable Mailman is a heartwarming story about intergenerational friendship and the power of human connection, perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman and Virginia Evans' The Correspondent. 1966, Chicago. Backlogged with millions of undelivered letters, the post office announces a temporary closure. But eighty-one-year-old Henry Walton can't stand idly by when there's mail waiting to be delivered. He believes letters are what keep people connected, and he's not about to let them get lost in the chaos. Plus, connection keeps the mind sharp--according to a note someone's pinned up in his kitchen. While the post office scrambles to get things under control, Henry races against time and forgetfulness. Taking it upon himself to deliver the mail, he discovers hatred and tragedy, triumph and joy in the letters he carries and the people he meets along the way. Inspired by true events, this delightful story will linger with readers long after they turn the last page--and might just inspire someone to write a letter, the old-fashioned way.