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100 things to know about time

James, Alice,


Why do your feet age more slowly than your head? Is time travel possible? How did spies use clocks to complete secret missions? What caused the year of confusion? Why don't naked mole rats age? Find the fascinating answers to these questions and many more in this book full of mind-boggling facts about time.
Date Published:2026

The ultimate unofficial World Cup book : legends, stats, and stories from soccer's biggest game

Barbo, Maria S.,


Your go-to guide for the Summer 2026 World Cup hosted by North America is packed with everything a fan needs to know! From star players and powerhouse teams to historic moments and record-breaking stats, this action-packed book is filled with full-color photos, fun facts, and must-know trivia. Dive into the history of the world's most beloved tournament, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the players, coaches, and unforgettable games that have shaped the World Cup legacy. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, you'll discover exciting stories, eye-popping facts, and all the essential details that make the World Cup the greatest sporting event on the planet.
Date Published:2026

Your go-to guide for the Summer 2026 World Cup hosted by North America is packed with everything a fan needs to know! From star players and powerhouse teams to historic moments and record-breaking stats, this action-packed book is filled with full-color photos, fun facts, and must-know trivia. Dive into the history of the world's most beloved tournament, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the players, coaches, and unforgettable games that have shaped the World Cup legacy. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the sport, you'll discover exciting stories, eye-popping facts, and all the essential details that make the World Cup the greatest sporting event on the planet.

Date Published:2026

Terrifying true tales : haunting histories, creepy cryptids, and scary stories from around the world

Towler, Paige,


Includes index. In these pages, you'll find TRUE stories to make your spine tingle -- if you dare. Read about a vampire panic in New England that had regular townspeople digging up graves. A hair-raising account of an ill-fated expedition to Antarctica -- and the ghosts it (reportedly) left behind. Plus, UFO sightings from the Middle Ages and the modern ages, mummies, Bigfoot legends, and an island teeming with thousands of snakes. There's something for every fan of the strange, scary, and mysterious things in our world.
Date Published:2026

Includes index. In these pages, you'll find TRUE stories to make your spine tingle -- if you dare. Read about a vampire panic in New England that had regular townspeople digging up graves. A hair-raising account of an ill-fated expedition to Antarctica -- and the ghosts it (reportedly) left behind. Plus, UFO sightings from the Middle Ages and the modern ages, mummies, Bigfoot legends, and an island teeming with thousands of snakes. There's something for every fan of the strange, scary, and mysterious things in our world.

Date Published:2026

All about us : 20 true tales of courage and disability

Leavitt, Hannalora,


Introduction -- Welcome to our world -- An eye for an eye: Taliah Braun -- A winning plan: Stefan Daniel -- Her talented toes: Rosie Jon -- Minding his own business: Zamaan Jivraj -- A reimagined dream: Ardra Shephard -- A sweet idea: Ojok Simon -- STEL-LA-LA-LA-LA: Stella Bartlett -- Taxi, please: Monty Lilburn -- An unlikely clue: Jordan Gagnon -- Loving what and who he is: John Lee Clark -- Acting blind: Amy Amantea -- Reclaiming her dream: K. Renee Horton -- He's dottie about Braille: Jonathan Nochasak -- A bright idea: Paige Whitehead -- A good-news story: Kathryn Marlow -- Photographs to remember: Tom Baril -- Saved by the bell: Kathryn Simpson -- ...and ACTION!: Kevion Woodard -- Facing the future with a difference: Finn Regush -- Cat escapes bag: Tracy Kung -- Glossary -- Resources -- Acknowledgments. This illustrated nonfiction book features profiles of twenty kids and adults who live with disabilities. Meet 20 inspiring people living with disability today including a paralympian, a journalist, a kidpreneur, a NASA scientist, a TikTok star and many others. Young readers will be introduced to people who were born with a disability and others who became disabled because of illness or an accident.
Date Published:2026

Introduction -- Welcome to our world -- An eye for an eye: Taliah Braun -- A winning plan: Stefan Daniel -- Her talented toes: Rosie Jon -- Minding his own business: Zamaan Jivraj -- A reimagined dream: Ardra Shephard -- A sweet idea: Ojok Simon -- STEL-LA-LA-LA-LA: Stella Bartlett -- Taxi, please: Monty Lilburn -- An unlikely clue: Jordan Gagnon -- Loving what and who he is: John Lee Clark -- Acting blind: Amy Amantea -- Reclaiming her dream: K. Renee Horton -- He's dottie about Braille: Jonathan Nochasak -- A bright idea: Paige Whitehead -- A good-news story: Kathryn Marlow -- Photographs to remember: Tom Baril -- Saved by the bell: Kathryn Simpson -- ...and ACTION!: Kevion Woodard -- Facing the future with a difference: Finn Regush -- Cat escapes bag: Tracy Kung -- Glossary -- Resources -- Acknowledgments. This illustrated nonfiction book features profiles of twenty kids and adults who live with disabilities. Meet 20 inspiring people living with disability today including a paralympian, a journalist, a kidpreneur, a NASA scientist, a TikTok star and many others. Young readers will be introduced to people who were born with a disability and others who became disabled because of illness or an accident.

Date Published:2026

Left-handed : getting a grip on handedness

Birmingham, Maria,


Take a left -- The history of lefties -- Why is a lefty a lefty? -- Fact or fiction? -- Inside sports -- Body talk -- Can animals be lefties? -- Living in a righty world -- The last word on lefties. Most of us define ourselves as lefties or righties based on the hand we use for writing. But what makes people prefer one hand over the other? And what if handedness doesn't tell the whole story? Do we also favor one eye, ear, or foot? What about people who use different hands for different activities? That's where this book comes in. It examines all things lefty--from handedness in our ancient ancestors to lefty myths to current theories about the roles of genetics, environment, and brain structure. It also tackles questions such as: Why and when does someone become a lefty? Are humans the only left-handed animals? And what is it like to live a left-handed life in a right-handed world?
Date Published:2026

Take a left -- The history of lefties -- Why is a lefty a lefty? -- Fact or fiction? -- Inside sports -- Body talk -- Can animals be lefties? -- Living in a righty world -- The last word on lefties. Most of us define ourselves as lefties or righties based on the hand we use for writing. But what makes people prefer one hand over the other? And what if handedness doesn't tell the whole story? Do we also favor one eye, ear, or foot? What about people who use different hands for different activities? That's where this book comes in. It examines all things lefty--from handedness in our ancient ancestors to lefty myths to current theories about the roles of genetics, environment, and brain structure. It also tackles questions such as: Why and when does someone become a lefty? Are humans the only left-handed animals? And what is it like to live a left-handed life in a right-handed world?

Date Published:2026

Rebel Girls family favorites : 75+ kid-tested recipes to enjoy together


Includes index. 75+ family-tested, crowd-pleasing recipes to enjoy together and empower young budding chefs-to-be-by the creators of Rebel Girls Cook and Rebel Girls Make Dessert.
Date Published:2026

Color in nature : secrets of animal survival

Aitken, Stephen, 1953-


Ten of the most colorful animals in the world -- Animal studio : making color from light -- Making an impression : mating and dominance -- The art of invisibility : now you see me...now you don't -- Defense : warnings, deceptions and confusion -- Conserving nature's palette. Animals like rainbow-colored parrots, red-nosed mandrills and brilliant blue peacocks use their vibrant colors to survive. ... But even with the power of color on their side, many of these species, their habitats and food sources are under threat. We need to conserve the entire spectrum of the animal world to maintain a healthy and colorful planet for all life on Earth.
Date Published:2026

Ten of the most colorful animals in the world -- Animal studio : making color from light -- Making an impression : mating and dominance -- The art of invisibility : now you see me...now you don't -- Defense : warnings, deceptions and confusion -- Conserving nature's palette. Animals like rainbow-colored parrots, red-nosed mandrills and brilliant blue peacocks use their vibrant colors to survive. ... But even with the power of color on their side, many of these species, their habitats and food sources are under threat. We need to conserve the entire spectrum of the animal world to maintain a healthy and colorful planet for all life on Earth.

Date Published:2026

Sticking to the facts : 10 ways to fight misinformation

Craigie, Gregor,


Consider the source -- Check the author -- Read past the headline -- Weigh the evidence -- Ask the experts -- Pay attention to the date -- Make sure it's not a joke -- Use fact-checking resources -- Be a skeptic, not a cynic -- Look in the mirror. Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book gives young readers tools to spot fake news and actions to take to fight misinformation and disinformation.
Date Published:2026

Consider the source -- Check the author -- Read past the headline -- Weigh the evidence -- Ask the experts -- Pay attention to the date -- Make sure it's not a joke -- Use fact-checking resources -- Be a skeptic, not a cynic -- Look in the mirror. Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book gives young readers tools to spot fake news and actions to take to fight misinformation and disinformation.

Date Published:2026

One piece, Heroines. Vol. 02

Esaka, Jun,


Various publishers. Why Grandma Nyon keeled over -- There's something about her -- A terrible cook -- Where the wind goes -- A fleeting moment. A second collection of illustrated prose stories highlighting colorful female characters from the One Piece pantheon. Empress Boa learns a little bit more about love, Tashigi confronts an existential crisis (and some nasty backwater pirates!), Reiju recall's her brother Sanji's love of food, and baby Uta finds her voice. Also check out the bonus story in which Nami and Robin bond with a little seafaring self-care!
Date Published:2025

Various publishers. Why Grandma Nyon keeled over -- There's something about her -- A terrible cook -- Where the wind goes -- A fleeting moment. A second collection of illustrated prose stories highlighting colorful female characters from the One Piece pantheon. Empress Boa learns a little bit more about love, Tashigi confronts an existential crisis (and some nasty backwater pirates!), Reiju recall's her brother Sanji's love of food, and baby Uta finds her voice. Also check out the bonus story in which Nami and Robin bond with a little seafaring self-care!

Date Published:2025

Tomb raider king. Vol. 03

SAN.G (Sanjijiksong),


Graphic novel. Jooheon is back to doing what he does best--finding Relics...or stealing them! But as his collection grows, so does the list of enemies who'd spare no expense to pin down the crafty tomb raider. With entire governments and militaries out for his blood, Jooheon's team is in dire need of more fire power. The time has come to finally unleash Irene's true potential!
Date Published:2023

One piece, Heroines. Vol. 01

Esaka, Jun.


Various publishers. "Created by Eiichiro Oda." Join Nami, Robin, Vivi, and Perona as they each star in exciting adventures of their own. Nami proves that the shoe must fit for theshow to go on, Robin decodes a stone tablet to help Koala and the Revolutionary Army, Vivi gets to the bottom of a mysterious love letter setting the kingdom abuzz, and Perona fights Mihawk for the rightto turn a barrel of booze into a sweet treat.
Date Published:2025

Various publishers. "Created by Eiichiro Oda." Join Nami, Robin, Vivi, and Perona as they each star in exciting adventures of their own. Nami proves that the shoe must fit for theshow to go on, Robin decodes a stone tablet to help Koala and the Revolutionary Army, Vivi gets to the bottom of a mysterious love letter setting the kingdom abuzz, and Perona fights Mihawk for the rightto turn a barrel of booze into a sweet treat.

Date Published:2025

Fairy tail, 100 years quest. Vol. 05

Mashima, Hiro, 1977-


Graphic novel. Natsu is dead, Wendy is stuck in a cocoon, and both Diabolos and the enslaved members of Fairy Tail are running wild, threatening to destroy the orbs that prevent them from getting what they really want -- Aldoron's powers! Can our heroes come back from the brink to save the Wood Dragon God? Finding out will involve startling revelations, bruising battles, and at least one case of a severely mistaken identity.
Date Published:2020

Graphic novel. Natsu is dead, Wendy is stuck in a cocoon, and both Diabolos and the enslaved members of Fairy Tail are running wild, threatening to destroy the orbs that prevent them from getting what they really want -- Aldoron's powers! Can our heroes come back from the brink to save the Wood Dragon God? Finding out will involve startling revelations, bruising battles, and at least one case of a severely mistaken identity.

Date Published:2020

Fairy tail, 100 years quest. Vol. 06

Mashima, Hiro, 1977-


Reads from right to left. Graphic novel. It's a three-way war as Natsu and the remaining members of FAIRY TAIL square off against both the White Mage and the Dragon Eaters. Natsu is trapped with Touka, and Wendy is cornered by Nebaru, each seemingly outmatched by their respective foes.
Date Published:2020

Fairy tail, 100 years quest. Vol. 04

Mashima, Hiro, 1977-


Reads from right to left. Has FAIRY TAIL been taken down by the White Mage?! An urgent message arrives from Juvia to Natsu and the rest of the gang, who already have their hands full with a town that turns out to be the work of the Wood Dragon God Alderan. Now pulled between the capture of their fellow FAIRY TAIL compatriots and their encounter with one of the five great dragon gods, they must wrestle with two difficult questions: Do they turn back on their hard-fought journey? And what is the White Mage really after...?
Date Published:2020

Reads from right to left. Has FAIRY TAIL been taken down by the White Mage?! An urgent message arrives from Juvia to Natsu and the rest of the gang, who already have their hands full with a town that turns out to be the work of the Wood Dragon God Alderan. Now pulled between the capture of their fellow FAIRY TAIL compatriots and their encounter with one of the five great dragon gods, they must wrestle with two difficult questions: Do they turn back on their hard-fought journey? And what is the White Mage really after...?

Date Published:2020

Ayashimon. Vol. 03, The Urara gang

Kaku, Yuji,


Graphic novel. Reads from right to left. When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally to help make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Maruo and Urara might have convinced the Todoroki Alliance to join them, but with the Enma Syndicate declaring open season on every other gang in Kabukicho, will it be enough? While Urara negotiates with the tanuki and kitsune of the Kori Hotels, Maruo must prove his worth as a manga hero by finding a way for his fists to overcome Doppo's phantasmal flames and end the monstrous ayashimon's reign of terror.
Date Published:2023

Graphic novel. Reads from right to left. When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally to help make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Maruo and Urara might have convinced the Todoroki Alliance to join them, but with the Enma Syndicate declaring open season on every other gang in Kabukicho, will it be enough? While Urara negotiates with the tanuki and kitsune of the Kori Hotels, Maruo must prove his worth as a manga hero by finding a way for his fists to overcome Doppo's phantasmal flames and end the monstrous ayashimon's reign of terror.

Date Published:2023

Ayashimon. Vol. 02, Aren't we family?

Kaku, Yuji,


Graphic novel. Reads from right to left. Maruo punches his way into the monstrous world of Ayashimon yakuza with dreams of becoming a manga protagonist! When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally to help make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Between monstrous enemies and super-powered battles, Maruo's finally living the life he's always dreamed of. But can his inhuman strength overcome Doppo Akari's heat-stealing flames? And even if he does defeat the first opponent to ever drive him into a corner, how are one bodyguard and his boss supposed to win an open war against the Enma Syndicate?
Date Published:2023

Graphic novel. Reads from right to left. Maruo punches his way into the monstrous world of Ayashimon yakuza with dreams of becoming a manga protagonist! When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally to help make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Between monstrous enemies and super-powered battles, Maruo's finally living the life he's always dreamed of. But can his inhuman strength overcome Doppo Akari's heat-stealing flames? And even if he does defeat the first opponent to ever drive him into a corner, how are one bodyguard and his boss supposed to win an open war against the Enma Syndicate?

Date Published:2023

Ayashimon. Vol. 01, I'll play with you, punk

Kaku, Yuji,


Graphic novel. Pages ordered from right to left. When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally tohelp make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Maruo always wanted to be like the characters in his favorite manga. Unfortunately, his training efforts have paid off a little too well. Now he breaks everything he touches, can't finda job, and wins every fight too easily. However, when he encounters a girl being pursued by a group of thugs who turn out to actually be monstrous ayashimon in disguise, it seems like his real-life manga story is about to begin!
Date Published:2023

Graphic novel. Pages ordered from right to left. When the Enma Syndicate's chairman dies, Japan's supernatural underworld is turned on its head, leaving gangs of ayashimon poised on the brink of war. Urara, the late chairman's daughter, has plans to come out on top, and she's found an unlikely ally tohelp make it happen--Maruo, a human who dreams of being a manga hero. Maruo always wanted to be like the characters in his favorite manga. Unfortunately, his training efforts have paid off a little too well. Now he breaks everything he touches, can't finda job, and wins every fight too easily. However, when he encounters a girl being pursued by a group of thugs who turn out to actually be monstrous ayashimon in disguise, it seems like his real-life manga story is about to begin!

Date Published:2023

Jane Eyre [Chinese] : 简.爱

Brontë, Charlotte, 1816-1855.


Orphaned Jane grows up in the home of her heartless aunt, where she endures loneliness and cruelty, and at a charity school with a harsh regime. This troubled childhood strengthens Jane's natural independence and spirit--which prove necessary when she takes a position as governess at Thornfield Hall. But when she finds love with her sardonic employer, Rochester, the discovery of his terrible secret forces her to make a choice. Should she stay with him and live with the consequences, or follow her convictions, even if it means leaving the man she loves?
Date Published:2019

Orphaned Jane grows up in the home of her heartless aunt, where she endures loneliness and cruelty, and at a charity school with a harsh regime. This troubled childhood strengthens Jane's natural independence and spirit--which prove necessary when she takes a position as governess at Thornfield Hall. But when she finds love with her sardonic employer, Rochester, the discovery of his terrible secret forces her to make a choice. Should she stay with him and live with the consequences, or follow her convictions, even if it means leaving the man she loves?

Date Published:2019

Hamlet [Chinese] : 哈姆雷特 : 中英双语珍藏版

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.


When the ghost of his father appears to Prince Hamlet of Denmark, urging him to avenge his murder upon his uncle, the tragic flaw of indecision leads Hamlet to ruin.
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King Lear [Chinese] : 李尔王

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616.


Lear, the aging king, decides to relinquish his throne and divide his kingdom evenly among his three daughters as determined by their affirmations of love. Enraged and disappointed over daughter Cordelias declaration, he banishes her and divides his kingdom equally between her two sisters. Jealousy and pride consume the two as they seek to control the kingdom. Treachery and betrayal lead to tragedy as the king slowly loses his grip on reality.
Date Published:2013

Lear, the aging king, decides to relinquish his throne and divide his kingdom evenly among his three daughters as determined by their affirmations of love. Enraged and disappointed over daughter Cordelias declaration, he banishes her and divides his kingdom equally between her two sisters. Jealousy and pride consume the two as they seek to control the kingdom. Treachery and betrayal lead to tragedy as the king slowly loses his grip on reality.

Date Published:2013