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Sold outNymph
Call Me By Your Name meets Elena Ferrante in this debut coming-of-age novel about a young girl who spends summers working at her family's timeworn Italian agriturismo, the tragedy that rends her life into "before" and "after," and her romance with an American girl, which has unexpected consequences To ten-year-old Leo, life is a collection. She spends her mornings tidying the rooms of her Nonna Tina's timeworn Italian agriturismo, carefully accumulating the curious bits of left-behind detritus from guests--a pearl earring, a lock of hair. Her nights are suffused with gathering the stories that flow from her father's lips--liquor-spun tales of Odysseus and the Trojans in secret battle. But when an accident rips the gentle membrane of Leo's childhood, she is left vulnerable to the pains and pleasures of growing up. Years later, in a sultry summer not unlike the many that came before, the agriturismo is the only thing that remains the same. Nonna Tina has grown older, Leo's brother Max is intractable and mercurial, and the curiosity Leo so loved to feed as a child has turned into something more confusing. When she meets Dolores, an American girl made brilliant by Leo's perception of her, she can't help but gather all the experiences first love promises, while shedding parts of the past she no longer fits into. Embroidering the atmospheric yearning of Call Me By Your Name with the precise, elevated prose of Elena Ferrante, Sofia Montrone's jaw-dropping debut revels in the exuberant highs and awkward lows of girlhood and captures the universal experiences of trying to hold on to what is elusive, to deny what cannot be faced, and to say what cannot be said.Sold out -
Good Night, You: A High-Contrast Touch-And-Feel Book
Perfect for bedtime, cozy up with this high-contrast touch-and-feel board book created to support newborn vision, delight curious hands, and spark joyful moments from day one. Good night to me,
Good night to you.
Good night, I love you through and through. The perfect first baby book for ages 0-1, Good Night, You blends black-and-white illustrations with interactive elements to encourage early development and bonding. Built to grow with your baby, it also features vibrant color to support evolving eyesight. Inside, babies will find:
- A mirror for babies to see themselves
- Fuzzy touch-and-feels for little hands
- Holographic foil that shimmers and shines
- A large flap for babies to peek under, and embossing for them to touch
- High-contrast colors designed for babies' black and white early vision
- Sweet text perfect for bedtime
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom ABC Touch & Trace
The classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom alphabet adventure gets a playful, hands-on twist in this interactive board book designed for early learners! A is for apple
Chicka Chicka Yummy!
B is for bee
Buzz Buzz Wee!
C is for coconut
Falling from the tree! In Chicka Chicka ABC Touch & Trace, little readers can explore the alphabet with recessed capital and lowercase letters to trace, flaps to lift, and bold illustrations that bring each letter to life. With its tactile features and rhythmic language, this novelty board book is perfect for building letter recognition, fine motor skills, and early literacy. A must-have for curious toddlers, preschool classrooms, and anyone ready to learn their ABCs! And don't miss the Chicka Chicka Boom Boom workbooks--perfect companions for reinforcing alphabet skills at home or in the classroom!Sold out -
Sold outAdventure in the City of Stories
When stolen artifacts magically appear in their aunt's closet, cousins Jorge, Camila, and Siggy travel back in time to 1930 New York City to clear her name before history is irreparably altered in this companion to the "spellbinding" (School Library Journal, starred review) Cousins in the Time of Magic. Cousins Jorge, Camila, and Siggy never imagined that dusty old puppets and a mysterious book would launch them into a time-traveling adventure. But when they discover their aunt has treasures belonging to Pura Belpré, the trailblazing Latina librarian and storyteller, they're transported back to 1930s New York City. Their mission? Race against time to return Pura's puppets and a signed first edition of her book, proving their aunt isn't a thief. The past is full of danger, though. A powerful woman will stop at nothing to steal the book, the cousins' nosy neighbor is snooping around, and the hardship of the Great Depression is all around them. Luckily Jorge, Camila, and Siggy meet Antonia, a fierce Puerto Rican girl fighting injustice against her community. The cousins will need courage, quick thinking, and a little help from history to protect Pura Belpré's legacy, clear their aunt's name, and make it back home. Can they pull it off before time runs out?Sold out -
Sold outAliens Love Underpants
It's a totally zany story with some of the silliest illustrations to appear in many seasons--which is to say that Aliens Love Underpants will be a surefire hit among toddlers and beginning readers. When little aliens fly down to Earth, they don't come to visit because they want to meet the Earthlings. They simply want to steal everybody's underpants! They like them large or small, they like them red or green--and they like them in all other sizes and colors, too. They think that Mom's pink, frilly panties are a perfect place to hide. And Grandpa's woolly long johns make a super-whizzy slide! The text is in verse, the illustrations are big and bright, and kids who open this book will giggle from first page to last.Sold out -
Odyssey: An Illustrated Guide: A Character-By-Character Guide to the Story of Odysseus
For almost 3,000 years, the Odyssey has captured imaginations with seafaring adventure, romance, friendships, as well as feats of heroism and of bloody revenge. The tale of Odysseus's long and eventful journey home remains one of the greatest epics ever told, inspiring new translations, adaptations and retellings year after year. Now, this beautifully illustrated guide to the ancient Greek tale invites readers to take a closer look at the heroes, deities, and monsters that bring the legendary story to life. The Odyssey: An Illustrated Guide features 40 stunning full-color illustrations and offers a deep dive into the most important characters in the epic. Author and host of the popular podcast Literature and History, Doug Metzger PhD, brings his characteristic humor and attention to detail to compelling character profiles of the main players in Homer's epic. Organized in the order they appear in the poem, each entry introduces a new figure in Odysseus's world, retelling the story of The Odyssey along the way. Whether you're a newcomer to ancient Greek myths or returning to a beloved story, The Odyssey: An Illustrated Guide is a must-read for anyone looking for some classic adventure!Sold out -
100 Essential Anime: A Definitive Guide to the Most Influential Anime Series Ever Made
An essential roundup of 100 of the most popular and influential Japanese anime series. The AnimeLand team has compiled the 100 series that have breathed new life into anime or have become an essential part of the genre. Each lavishly illustrated entry focuses on one iconic title, exploring the themes and visuals that make it so special, with vital insights into the behind-the-scenes production process. With striking color artwork to illustrate in-depth explorations of each anime's history and importance, this is a must-have reference work for fans of the genre and newcomers curious about the subject. Starting in the early 1970s and working its way chronologically through to the 2020s, the book covers such landmarks as Dragon Ball Z, Pokémon, My Hero Academia, and Nicky Larson. Mixing behind-the-scenes anecdotes and expert analysis, 100 Essential Anime assesses each of these anime in an entertaining and accessible way. Why is Neon Genesis Evangelion so popular? How did Attack on Titan become essential viewing? What made Knights of the Zodiac so revolutionary? It's all covered in this vital guide.Sold out -
Squad Kill
New York Times bestselling author Jack Campbell is back with the new, action-packed military science fiction adventure, SQUAD KILL! Getting home alive will take everything they have... Osiris "Oz" Aquino is an underprepared Navy officer put in command of seven castoff Marines on a research starship dispatched to an alien planet. His sergeant is hostile, his Marines have records full of infractions - not to mention that they're plagued by old weapons and missing supplies due to budget cuts - and the crew and scientists would rather have nothing to do with him. As the ship approaches the planet it's investigating, they find plenty of signs of intelligent life in the form of ruined cities and skeletal remains. The only things living in the ruins are adorable aliens which the researchers dub squonks. It all seems run-of-the-mill, until it isn't... Sudddenly, the squonks get loose in engineering and go ballistic, the crew sent to investigate aren't coming back, and Oz and his team have a fight on their hands. He must restore safe access to engineering before the crew on the ship run out of air all while figuring out what turned the squonks from cuddly to killer. And if he doesn't act fast, the squad who've evacuated to the planet's surface may not survive. From Jack Campbell, New York Times bestselling author of Lost Fleet, comes his latest - SQUAD KILL - an action packed, science fiction thrill ride filled with military action, detailed alien worlds, and characters you can't help but root for. PRAISE FOR SQUAD KILL "This taut, entertaining military SF plot will appeal to fans of Jack McDevitt." -- Publishers Weekly "A mind-bending space adventure with relatable characters, weird aliens, plenty of twists, and a rapid-fire pace. Highly recommended!" --Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Red Empire and Ghosts of the Void. "Jack Campbell manages to weave military science fiction and survival horror together with the competency of a master of both genres. Throughout the action, Squad Kill reminds us that while organizations and systems may fail us, we can still perform our duty."
--- Jason Anspach (Associated Press Bestselling Author of Galaxy's Edge & Forgotten Ruin) "The best bug hunt since ALIENS. What a read!" --Scott Sigler (New York Times #1 bestselling author) "Jack Campbell powerfully reminds us of the crushing responsibility we place on young men and women we send into battle. Squad Kill is a must-read!" -- Jeffery H. Haskell (Against All Odds) "Jack Campbell is one of the all-time-greats of military science fiction" -Michael Mammay (Planetside) PRAISE FOR JACK CAMPBELL "An excellent blend of real science and space action. I enjoyed myself thoroughly from first to last page." - Brandon Sanderson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mistborn Series "Campbell combines the best parts of military SF and grand space opera." - Publishers Weekly "Campbell's genius is action in space." - Tor.com "The visceral action comes fast and furious. Well up to the high standards established by this intriguing series." - Kirkus Reviews "Is it possible for such a well-established series to surprise readers and shuffle its well-established status quo? Campbell answers that question with a resounding yes in Invincible." - SFFWorld.com "A rousing adventure with a page-turning plot, lots of space action, and the kind of hero Hornblower fans will love!" - William C. Dietz, national bestselling author of the Legion of the Damned novels "Jack Campbell is one of the absolute masters of military science fiction." - Michael Mammay, author of The Misfit Soldier "Jack Campbell's Lost Fleet series is a must-read for fans of military scifi. Packed with complex characters and even more complex deep-space naval battles, it's the ultimate saga of human perseverance and the will to survive." - Zac Topping, author of Wake of War For In Our Stars: "Space Opera works best when it's operatic. Big and bold, dark and dramatic, characters and concepts that are cheerfully off the scale. In Our Stars is all of these things, with an extra helping of mayhem, just to keep things tasty." - Simon R. Green, New York Times bestselling author "Campbell launches a new series with this energetic human-alien romance wrapped in an inter-planetary thriller...This series is off to a good start." - Publishers Weekly "Campbell asks powerful questions about the way social structures collapse and how the loudest voices take advantage, all in a pulse-pounding adventure about saving the world and staying one step ahead of the forces that would destroy it." - Library Journal "Jack Campbell's In Our Stars is old fashioned science fiction in the best possible way; taking a good hard look at the present through the lens of the future." - Tanya Huff, author of the Valor and Peacekeeper series "Jack Campbell's In Our Stars is a wonderful, engaging, often uplifting adventure about caring and doing what's right, no matter the odds or the cost. And the soul of it all is honestly reminiscent of Heinlein at his best." - Taylor Anderson, New York Times bestselling author of the Destroyermen series "With In Our Stars, Jack Campbell shows once again why he's one of the best SF writers working today." - Michael Mammay, author of the Planetside Series -
Creativity Machine: How to Innovate, Brainstorm, and Hatch Great Ideas on Command
A foolproof system for brainstorming innovative solutions--whether you want to disrupt an industry, enhance your team's productivity, or simply get unstuck--from one of the most influential pioneers in comedy history In this outrageously enjoyable guide to productive inspiration, discover a four-step, repeatable process for thinking better, leveraging your mind's every resource, and developing winning ideas in any context. The wheels of creativity are spinning faster than ever thanks to the democratization of information, the proliferation of digital platforms, and the rapid rise of AI. In Creativity Machine, bestselling author, comedian, and the Onion's longest serving editor in chief Scott Dikkers shows you how to make these tools work for you. Discover:
- How an idea-generation structure can yield remarkable outcomes and stronger teams
- Ways to utilize these practices everywhere--for business, hobbies, and homemaking
- Strategies for incorporating AI in your creative process without diluting the unrivaled power of the human mind
- Why "eureka moments" aren't as important as you think
- The vital importance of having fun
With guidance from a mentor to the best of the best delivered with his trademark humor, you'll tap into a goldmine of amazing creative ideas. Creativity Machine is a timely roadmap for the future of work in a world that requires more than just everyday creative powers--it demands creative superpowers. Unmask yours in these pages.Sold out -
Future of Truth: How AI Reshapes Reality
Truth was never simple, but facts were facts. Now, even that is changing. You feel the drift--the blur--as stories bend, facts fracture, and reality starts to feel . . . negotiable. That's not failure--it's the fight for the future of Truth. In The Future of Truth, we go on a truth treasure hunt. Author, filmmaker, and media explorer Steven Rosenbaum sets out to understand how this is happening--and what comes next. What begins as a personal investigation becomes something stranger and more urgent: a story about systems captured, consensus collapsing, and humans caught in the digital crossfire. In these pages, we'll explore:
- How Truth is being bent, blurred, and synthesized, and how the ways we love, work, learn, and remember are changing--even history is no longer trusted
- Why institutions we recently trusted--medicine, education, justice, journalism--are collapsing under pressure of fast-moving, profit-driven AI
- What happens when war is waged with data, protests are hijacked by bots, and power hides behind precision algorithms
- How, in their hunger for clarity, robots erase Truth's messy, beautiful middle, replacing it with something cold, confident, and designed to serve soulless AI, not the humans who built it
At the heart of the book are exclusive, provocative conversations with some of the most original thinkers of our time: wild-haired philosopher David Chalmers calls it "a simulated reality crisis." Cultural provocateur Douglas Rushkoff says, "Truth has been coded for profit." Legal legend Larry Lessig warns of "an attention economy built to distort." AI truth-teller Gary Marcus sees "confidence without comprehension." Gen Z literary leader Hailey Colborn, raised inside the feed, says "Truth isn't something you find--it's something you perform." And futurists and reformers Juan Enriquez, Esther Dyson, Steve Fuller, and Eli Pariser each offer raw, urgent, and provocative visions on where Truth is headed--and whether we can still catch it before it falls off a cliff. Part cultural investigation, part memoir, and part manifesto, The Future of Truth is a wild journey into the collapse--and the humans determined to rebuild Truth into something better, before AI rewrites reality without us. -
Nike Football Boots
The first book to chart the unprecedented history of Nike's iconic football boots, from the evolution of their design to the legendary stars who have worn them
Football (or soccer) is surrounded by a particular mythology. As the world's most popular sport, its players and iconic performances have become part of public consciousness - and so have the boots that footballers wear.
Nike Football Boots charts the history of the brand's football journey, from the all-black leather boots introduced in the early 70s - the first of any shoe to feature the famous swoosh - to the present day, through four key product lines that encapsulate Nike's design ethos: Tiempo, Mercurial, Total 90, and Phantom. Along the way, readers will discover stories behind the boots worn by football's greatest names, including Brazilian striker Ronaldo, Portuguese phenom Cristiano Ronaldo, US Women's National Team star Megan Rapinoe, and emerging French icon Kylian Mbappé, among others.
Lavishly illustrated with 500 images, Nike Football Boots showcases boot close-ups, on-feet shots, concepts, posters and advertising, film screenshots, material swatches, sketches, prototypes and ephemera from the Department of Nike Archives (DNA). A 12-page glossy insert displays every model of boot highlighted in the DNA, from 1971 to today.
This visual homage to the sport is also an engaging read: celebrated author Caleb Azumah Nelson sets the scene for each chapter, discussing how the culture and style of the decade influenced each boot's design, while historian Thomas Turner delves deep into the technical innovations that made each boot so successful. An introduction by curator Eleanor Watson puts football design more globally into context.
Perfectly timed with the kick-off of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nike Football Boots is an essential volume for football fans of all stripes.
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Sold outEvamar
From award-winning author Margarita Engle comes an enthralling and heartrending novel in verse about first love, hidden cultures, and ancestral connections that follows a teen's journey to uncover her late grandmother's roots in Cuba. Just before she was transformed
into an invisible spirit
my grandmother whispered her last wishes
into my ear: Sprinkle my ashes in a patch of girasoles,
wait patiently, harvest the seeds,
fly to la isla, find el jardín,
plant las semillas.
Then and only then--
read my diaries. Evamar has arrived in Cuba with her abuela's ashes and her mother's warnings: Don't talk politics, boil the tap water before you drink, y por favor absolutamente, don't fall in love. But then she meets Río, a captivating drummer whose music and presence she can't ignore. Río bears his own scars, separated from his family in the United States. As their bond deepens, Evamar discovers an ancestral treasure that could change her future--and the lives of millions of Caribbeans.Sold out -
Sudden Flicker of Light: A Revisionist History of Movies
From one of cinema's wisest and most penetrating observers, an arresting new perspective on the sweep of film history. David Thomson has been called "the greatest living writer on the movies." Here is a career capstone of sorts--a one-volume history of film and screens as illuminating and provocative as his classic Biographical Dictionary of Film. In tracing the progress, from the Lumiere Brothers to the Coens, Thomson glories in the great movies, but admits to increasing unease over what the medium has done to us--promoting fantasy, misleading models of sexual identity, the cult of authority, power, and happy endings. This revisionist history is as alert to technology and business as it is to art and fun in tracing our pursuit of the lifelike instead of life. By turns trenchant, lyrical, and comic, Thomson uncovers our addiction to voyeurism and villainy, and a habit of passivity that has betrayed our political and cultural identity. In a survey that reaches from Metropolis to Rear Window to Anora, this will redirect ideas about film everywhere. As The New York Times has put it, "Thomson proves anew that he is irreplaceable."Sold out -
Sold outTransformers Deluxe Edition Book Two
The war between Autobots and Decepticons comes to a head in this stunning deluxe hardcover of the Eisner Award-winning TRANSFORMERS! THE WAR FOR CYBERTRON WILL BE FOUGHT ON EARTH! As the Autobots recover from the latest attack, the Decepticons fracture even further. But when two armies of Decepticons go to war, humanity suffers the consequences. Can Optimus Prime protect Earth in their time of greatest need? Or will the return of Megatron guarantee Decepticon victory? Explore the unforgettable next chapter of the Eisner Award-winning series from critically acclaimed creative team Daniel Warren Johnson (Do A Powerbomb), Jorge Corona (Middlewest), Ludo Lullabi (Ghost Pepper), Jason Howard, and Mike Spicer in this beautiful deluxe hardcover. Collects TRANSFORMERS #13-24, stories from Energon Universe Special 2024 & 2025.Sold out