Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rhett Miller teams up again with Caldecott Medalist and bestselling artist Dan Santat in a laugh-out-loud rhyming story about an older sibling who gets an opportunity to trade his younger brother for cool stuff when he finds a magical baby changing station.Before Joe rolled in / I was the ten-year-old King / of all I surveyed / Now that he’s here / It’s perfectly clear / That I / am in the way. James is NOT a fan of his new little brother, Joe. His parents adore Joe and don’t have time for James anymore. What is an older sibling supposed to do?!When James stumbles upon a baby-changing station that can exchange younger siblings for much more exciting things, he is faced with endless options. Should he choose the night-vision googles, a cool chemistry set, a guitar, or keep his baby brother? James is put through the ultimate test until he realizes that being a big brother is not so bad after all.With sly humor, playful rhymes, and dynamic art, The Baby-Changing Station celebrates the timeless theme of older-younger sibling rivalry with a humorous magical twist perfect for readers of all ages.
A long overdue book that lyrically celebrates and teaches positive associations with two of the most important colors on Earth, black and brown. Have you ever paused to savor the power and beauty of brown and black? Brown is strong as a tree and sweet as honey in tea; black is the hopeful promise of a seed and the grace of a bird in flight... and the quiet space where dreams begin.In this groundbreaking picture book, poetic text and lush imagery celebrates two essential colors that capture all the richness and depth life, love, and the natural world have to offer.
Twelve-year-old Daphne reconciles with her father, who left her stranded three years ago, and learns forgiveness one fall at a time in this heartwarming debut by Sally Engelfried. For fans of The First Rule of Punk.Daphne doesn't want to be stuck in Oakland with her dad. She wants to get on the first plane to Prague, where her mom is shooting a movie. Armed with her grandparents’ phone number and strict instructions from her mom to call them if her dad starts drinking again, Daphne has no problem being cold to him. But there's one thing Daphne can't keep herself from doing: joining her dad and her new friend Arlo at a weekly skate session. When her dad promises to teach her how to ollie and she lands the trick, Daphne starts to believe in him again. He starts to show up for her, and Daphne learns things are not as black and white with her dad as she used to think. The way Daphne’s dad tells it, skating is all about accepting failure and moving on. But can Daphne really let go of her dad’s past mistakes? Either way life is a lot like skating: it’s all about getting back up after you fall.
"In Fruitdale, best friends Peach and Plum enjoy many fun summer activities, such as playing ball, going to the beach, and riding a bike--although Plum often seems to find the down-side of fun. Told in rhyming text"--
The fourth book of the award-winning and bestselling Sugar Plum Ballerinas series by Whoopi Goldberg—now featuring brand-new illustrations! At the Nutcracker School of Ballet in Harlem, young dancers learn to chassé, plié, and jeté with their Sugar Plum Sisters—but things don't always go to plan! As the girls encounter challenges both on and off stage, they'll need the support of their classmates to carry them through with aplomb. Terrel is always in charge, whether she's making lists for grocery shopping (her favorite hobby, AFTER ballet), keeping her brothers in line, or organizing father-daughter time in with her dad. Lately, though, her dad's been acting a little strange--wearing new clothes and way too much aftershave. Things get even weirder when he surprises Terrel with his new girlfriend during a night out at the ballet - a night that was supposed to be father-daughter time. What's more, his "date" brought her niece along. A niece who turns out to be Terrel's ballerina nemesis, Tiara Girl! With some Sugar Plum help, Terrel takes charge of breaking up her father's new relationship.
The third book of the award-winning and bestselling Sugar Plum Ballerinas series by Whoopi Goldberg—now featuring brand-new illustrations! At the Nutcracker School of Ballet in Harlem, young dancers learn to chassé, plié, and jeté with their Sugar Plum Sisters—but things don't always go to plan! As the girls encounter challenges both on and off stage, they'll need the support of their classmates to carry them through with aplomb. Perfectionistic Jerzey Mae desperately wants to be a ballet dancer. But she's frustrated by her own lack of talent--and by her friends' jokes about her terrible dancing. Things get even worse when her little brother Mason attends her ballet class, totally embarrassing Jerzey in front of her prima ballerina idol, Miss Camilla Freeman. When Jerzey learns that Miss Camilla will be attending their recital, she's determined not to make a fool of herself again. But her efforts to learn her dance are continually thwarted--until she finds help in a very unexpected place.
"Step and Ginevra have traveled a long road to get to their happily ever after. A rebel at heart, Step used to run with the wrong crowd and has been in trouble with the law. While Gin is young but loves him with all her heart. Both feel ready to take a big leap and get married. But fate is about to set Step on a collision course with his first love, Babi. And Babi is about to reveal a secret that will upend all three of their lives. Now finding himself at a crossroads, Step must choose between not only two loves but two important obligations. At times estranged from his mother, Step will have to decide what a family looks like to him. And how to make a future that is right for all of them when tragedy strikes"--
Ruling your day just got easier with this journal by bestselling author Joel Osteen! You would like to savor each moment, grow into your best life, engage in productive relationships, and see your dreams come to pass. But distractions, delays, and disappointments relentlessly hijack your plans and undermine your good intentions. While you can't control everything that comes your way, you can control how life's unexpected setbacks affect your attitude, emotions, thoughts, and actions.In this beautifully packaged journal, Joel provides inspirational quotes and plentiful space on bleed-proof paper to write down your intentions and conversations with God while you ask Him to help you Rule Your Day.Don't settle for surviving when you could be thriving—Rule Your Day!
Fans of the Hallmark Channel and Gilmore Girls will adore this delightful rom-com about a city girl who goes in search of small-town happiness, only to discover life-and love-are nothing like the TV movies.
Filled with action, intrigue, and suspense, The Fourth Prophecy is a nonstop adventure that proves Glenn Cooper is a master at thrillers.
A contemporary young adult romance about moving on, finding your place, and recovering after life falls apart.
A "shamelessly funny" (Kirkus) and utterly original novel from Mark Leyner about a father and his intense and devout relationship with his daughter and with alcohol.
Go back in time to when everyone's favorite Catstronaut, Waffles, was a kitten! Fans of Narwhal and Jelly will love this fun, cat-tastic early graphic novel series.
A James Patterson Presents novelOnly those from the most powerful magical families can attend Blackwater Academy, but new student Alka has them fooled. Now it's time to take down the oppressive wizard ruling class from the inside.
The world''s greatest salesman presents the definitive guide to effectively closing any sales presentation. Girard''s previous titles, How to Sell Anything to Anybody and How to Sell Yourself, have a total of00,000 copies in print.
The Grail family has a single guiding principle in their lives—Thou Shalt Be Sincere. However, sincerity alone can only get a lady so far in the twisted world of high society...as meek Constance Grail soon learns after she is framed for petty theft and loses her fiancé and reputation in a matter of minutes. But one gaze on her isn’t quite as chilling as the others, though the woman’s uncanny resemblance to Scarlett Castiel must be a coincidence. After all, Scarlett isn’t just extremely wicked…she’s also very much dead.
THE YEAR 1935. Following Huey Laforet’s escape from prison, New York City has been plunged into turmoil— especially at Firo’s casino. Things took a turn for the unexpected when a suspicious visitor from the Runorata Family showed up at the establishment, and now Firo has his hands full with mysteries and problems to solve...Meanwhile, the alchemists begin setting their agenda into motion. Why are they converging on New York? Where will Nader’s path lead him next? What does the assassin Vino have to do with all of this—and whose side is he on?
Princess Anisphia may not be able to use magic, but she didn’t let that stop her from developing “magicology,” a unique theory based on memories from her past life. While testing out her new flying broom, she happens across Euphyllia, a magical genius, having her engagement unjustly and publicly broken off. Seeing the tears in Euphyllia’s eyes, Anisphia takes the obvious course of action—kidnapping the girl for herself!
After her trip to the magical shrine in another world, Miko and friends must survive river spirits, haunted houses, and...home ec?
As Yuuma’s battle with Carina rages on, he struggles to master his new swords. Fortunately, his demon sword has a mind of her own, and she’s doing the fighting for him! But he’s also got a secret move, and after he unleashes it on Carina, she finds herself getting a little hot and bothered… Join our hero (and demon lord) one last time in this pulse-pounding conclusion to the series!
Ariadna Lerg Illestri Pre Agrigent is no ordinary baby. She’s the princess of an empire, she doesn’t cry at all, and…she was born with memories of her previous life?! Not to mention her father’s trying to kill her! Blessed with a chance to start over but cursed with a crazed tyrant as her father, Ria must navigate the chaos of growing up in the palace—conceited concubines, grand birthday celebrations, assassins in the night—while also avoiding being killed… But just how is she meant to escape death when she can’t even walk?!
IT'S NOT ABOUT THE DESTINATION... If there’s one immutable truth in which our Wandering Witch can take comfort, it’s that each new destination promises a one-of-a-kind experience. Nostalgic flavors of the past mingle with the refreshing taste of the present, and as with a loaf of bread hot out of the oven, Elaina is ever ready to sink her teeth in. This time, however, Elaina may have bitten off a little more than she can chew. When she at last crosses paths with a certain dark-haired girl, a pivotal chapter in her life will see its conclusion...or perhaps its beginning?
Yuuya has always been a loser, and after the death of his grandpa (the only person he had in his corner), he’s sure there’s no point even trying anymore. But when Yuuya moves into his late gramps’s home, he inherits...a two-way door to another world?! Access to this new realm might be just the cheat Yuuya needs to succeed in his everyday life!
In search of the key to Knossos, Bete’s leaving no stone unturned! But unfortunately for him, Lena seems to have the information he needs, and her price is one date! Though he reluctantly agrees, they don’t get far before they’re set upon by Valletta and her horde of assassins, and she’s taking no prisoners! Outnumbered and ill-prepared, will Bete be able to protect his unlikely companion?
A WRITER’S DUTY...IS TO WRITE. Giving up on becoming the hero of his own story, Itsuki Hashima listlessly cranks out his tales like a light-novel machine. Nayuta Kani, meanwhile, has given up on writing entirely, holing up in her place and gaming as if her life depends on it. Haruto Fuwa and Miyako Shirakawa are flailing to figure out how to restore the duo to their usual energetic selves, but while the protagonists are frozen in time, the clock keeps ticking and life goes on—and life always has plenty of twists in store!
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