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Discover how tending to houseplants can nurture both your space and your spirit in this inspiring, heartfelt guide that blends expert plant-care wisdom with emotional healing. In More Than Just a Plant, author and creator Krystal Duran—the beloved voice behind the @_plantswithkrystal_ community of millions—shares her deeply personal story of finding peace, purpose, and growth through the act of caring for plants. With a relatable, down-to-earth approach, Krystal shows that houseplants are far more than trendy décor —they’re living companions that connect us to nature, bring daily calm, and offer a powerful path to self-care . Through stories, tips, and reflections, she helps you build plant routines that fit your life, embrace imperfection, and find meaning in every new leaf and fallen petal. Inside, you will find: Emotional connection through plant care —how nurturing your collection can foster mindfulness, joy, and healing. Practical plant-parent guidance —from lighting and watering strategies to troubleshooting common issues with confidence and compassion. Personal stories of resilience —Krystal’s own journey of loss, growth, and rediscovery through her love of plants. Science-backed benefits —how houseplants can reduce stress, lift mood, and create a more restorative living environment. Inspiration for every space and season —ideas for cultivating harmony, beauty, and intention indoors. More than a how-to, this book is a celebration of the profound bond between people and plants—a reminder that when we care for living things, we also care for ourselves . If you are seeking a little more life, calm, and joy in every day, More Than Just a Plant is here to help you find it.

RIDE A MASSIF TO A NEW STAR SYSTEM. FIGHT THE ENEMY YOU FIND THERE. REPEAT. It's business as usual for Ship Leader Parnell Shi-Sawahla and the crew of the corvette Sassafras. Ride a Massif to a new system, fight the enemy, repeat. For more than two hundred years humans have been hitching rides on these sentient, starfaring mountain ranges, colonising planets and exporting an on and off again war between Earth and Mars. But the big questions are always there, behind every battle, every new colony, every new star system discovery. Why do the Massifs carry humans to the stars? Why do they help us export our wars? What's in it for the Massifs? Ship crews aren't supposed to ask these questions, they aren't supposed to think about these questions, and they definitely aren't supposed to go deep and talk to Massif avatars. But now Parnell and his tight-knit crew must try to find the answers, to save not only themselves but the future of humanity. From the multimillion-copy bestseller behind many beloved fantasy series including The Old Kingdom and The Left-Handed Booksellers of London, comes his first ever adult sci-fi novel with an epic and poignant story of sentient starships, galactic warfare, and the bonds a crew forms in the cold black of space. Massif is utterly unmissable for readers of Andy Weir and Pierce Brown - and it's also the perfect gateway into science fiction for fantasy fans. PRAISE FOR GARTH NIX 'You are in for a treat' GEORGE R.R. MARTIN 'One of the best world-builders' BRANDON SANDERSON 'Nix sets the standard' LEIGH BARDUGO 'I will never get enough' SARAH J MAAS 'A swashbuckling adventure' JOE ABERCROMBIE 'A world with the same four dimensional authority as our own' PHILIP PULLMAN

One-of-a-kind crafting projects to brighten your home and your cat's life—from chic accessories like matching friendship charm necklaces to unique scratchers and beds that will have your fur baby lounging in style. Crafting for Your Cat is a fun collection of DIY projects ranging from simple, beginner-friendly crafts to more advanced builds for those ready to tackle a challenge. Each project comes with clear, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and room for customization so you can create something truly unique that suits your best friend! Create a fantastic flower tower to serve as their new favorite perch. Assemble charming little tea party plates for a luxurious feast. Build a sweet strawberry scratcher that's adorable and will save your furniture. Assemble interactive toys to keep kitty entertained and learn clever ways to upcycle materials. To help along the way, each craft is rated on a "paw system" to indicate the difficulty level. One paw? Super easy. Five paws? Time to roll up your sleeves! Whether you're a seasoned DIY pro or just dipping your toes into the crafting world, there's something here for everyone. With additional tool tips, cat safety tips, and a helpful guide to essential materials, your cat will be living its best life in no time.WHO’S A GOOD KITTY: This book is your invitation to create, play, and bond with your cat in ways you'll both treasure. Crafts include accessories, toys, beds and houses, scratchers and trees, litter and food, and shelves and climbing. FOR FANS OF MAKING IT AND CRAFTING WITH CAT HAIR: With 25 fun projects, this book will inspire you to pick up a glue gun, buy a can of paint, and dust off your crochet hook to make your own unique and beautiful creations. UNBEATABLE CAT LOVER GIFT: Packed with full-color photos and irresistibly printed with brightly colored page edges, this creative crafting guide makes a fantastic gift for all the cat ladies, cat dads, and cat lovers in your life.Perfect for: Cat lovers Crafters and DIY enthusiasts Gift-giving for cat or cat owner’s birthday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or pet adoption congratulations Fans of Crafting with Cat Hair, Shitty Craft Club, and Making It

'Those looking for the next Lessons in Chemistry - a story of ferociously bright, feisty women holding their own in a man's world - may have found it ... this is a rich read, heartbreaking, engrossing and intellectually stimulating' New Zealand Listener 'Sweeping and intimate . a gorgeous meditation on roads not taken' SHELBY VAN PELT, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures 'A magnificent, spellbinding love story' CLARE LESLIE HALL, author of Broken Country _____ 1976, Rhode Island. Lily Webb has spent years trying to build a steady, predictable life, far from her hometown marred by tragedy and the sister she cannot seem to save from herself. Jane was always the brilliant one: fierce, complicated and drawn to the mysteries of the universe. But after their mother's death, Jane's gifts became entangled with addiction, pulling the sisters into a cycle of love, guilt and heartbreak that neither could escape. Lily has found comfort in a quiet marriage to a devoted scientist, one who opened her eyes to the beauty of the natural world and offered her safety and stability. But when her first love, a boy she lost under devastating circumstances, returns, Lily is forced to confront the past she thought she had buried. As old wounds reopen, and her fragile bond with Jane grows ever more tenuous, Lily must navigate the tension between the life she's built and the life she once imagined for herself. A decades-spanning tale rich with questions of faith, science and the ties that hold us together, Laws of Love and Logic is a compelling, emotionally gripping novel about sisterhood, forgiveness and the complicated nature of love.

A beloved Japanese modern classic about our special connection with cats and how they can change our lives over the course of a lifetime 'Cat lovers, prepare to weep' The Times 'A cat classic' Catherine Lacey 'Profoundly real... and beautifully written' Elif Batuman 'Aglow with incidental joys' Rivka Galchen *Winner of the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation Translation Prize 2026* On a cool summer evening in 1977, Mayumi Inaba hears a forlorn cry. She follows the sound to the banks of Tokyo's Tamagawa River and finds a newborn kitten dangling from a fence, abandoned. Overcome by tender affection, she takes the cat back to the small apartment she shares with her husband and christens her Mii: so begins an unshakeable bond. Over the next twenty years, we follow Inaba, a poet and novelist by moonlight, as she pursues quiet solitude and a room of her own. Through it all, Mii, a fiercely independent creature in her own right, is her confidante and muse. This beloved Japanese modern classic is not just a love letter to companionship: it's a poignant, searching meditation on the forces that enable us to connect, to create and to build a life. 'Reveals the profound respect, and compassion, that a friendship with an animal can inspire' Sigrid Nunez, New Yorker Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori **Readers ADORE Mii** 'A lovely little gem' 'Gentle and enchanting and had me in floods by the end' 'Absolutely beautiful' 'Sweet and heartbreaking' 'Told with grace, beauty and love'

An inspiring guide to fostering more security, intimacy and peace in our relationships, and in ourselves, from therapist and author of Anxiously Attached, Jessica Baum. 'A masterful integration of neuroscience, attachment theory, and real-world healing. Jessica Baum bridges clinical insight with deep compassion, offering readers a roadmap for transforming the way they relate to themselves and others.' Julie Menanno, author of Secure Love ---- What if feeling safe isn't a personality trait, but a skill you can practice? We're taught to be strong and independent, but our nervous systems are wired for warm, steady connection. In Safe, leading psychotherapist and couples counsellor Jessica Baum offers a science-backed guide to building a felt sense of security in your body and in your relationships. Through guided meditations, reflections and journaling prompts, you'll learn to: track your inner signals and regulate your nervous system meet the younger parts of you still carrying old wounds break repeating patterns, including the anxious-avoidant 'dance' build supportive 'anchors' and healthier, more secure bonds Drawing on the neuroscience behind why we repeat old, painful patterns, and with compassionate, step-by-step tools, Safe helps you move out of survival mode and into deeper trust and connection. ---- What readers are saying: 'One of the most profound books I've ever read. It helped me search my childhood for the love that was all around and not noticed, as well as see the trauma that's been holding me back from being my true authentic self.' 'If you've ever felt stuck in cycles of anxiety, avoidance, or over-giving, this book will meet you right where you are and show you a way forward.' 'Safe isn't just another book about relationships; it's a piece of work that understands the human nervous system in a way that lands with real force.' 'It's not just information, it's healing on the page.'

#1 NYT Bestseller #1 USA Bestseller #1 WSJ Bestseller An Amazon Editors' Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Best Fiction Book of the Year An iBooks Book of the Month Fascinating, suspenseful, and bated-breath exciting.... Silva proves once again that he can rework familiar genre material and bring it to new life.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review Silva builds suspense like a symphony conductor.... A winner on all fronts.” — Booklist, starred review Bestselling author Daniel Silva delivers another spellbinding international thriller—one that finds the legendary Gabriel Allon grappling with an ISIS mastermind. Gabriel Allon, the art restorer, spy, and assassin described as the most compelling fictional creation since Ian Fleming put down his martini and invented James Bond (Rocky Mountain News), is poised to become the chief of Israel's secret intelligence service. But on the eve of his promotion, events conspire to lure him into the field for one final operation. ISIS has detonated a massive bomb in the Marais district of Paris, and a desperate French government wants Gabriel to eliminate the man responsible before he can strike again. Acclaimed novelist Daniel Silva has thrilled, entertained and educated readers with eighteen thoughtful and gripping spy novels featuring a diverse cast of compelling characters and ingenious plots that have taken them around the globe and back—from the United States to Europe, Russia to the Middle East. From its shocking opening to its explosive denouement in Washington, D.C., The Black Widow reveals itself as Silva's most timely and powerful novel yet. Following the success of his smash hit The English Spy, this electrifying thriller showcases Silva's consummate skill and brilliant imagination, and is sure to be a must read for his multitude of current and future fans.

Most people never build lasting wealth — not because they lack intelligence or income, but because they are operating with the wrong systems, the wrong mental models, and no clear definition of enough. One Road is the antidote: a clear, evidence-based strategy for building genuine financial independence that survives recessions, crashes, and the relentless pressure of modern consumer culture.Drawing on decades of investing experience — including his own near-total loss in the 2000–2001 tech crash and the fund he has run without significant drawdowns through 2008, 2020, and 2022 — Henrik Vesper distills everything that actually works in long-horizon wealth-building into one coherent, practical system.One Road moves through the full arc of a financial life, from eliminating debt and building an emergency fund, to mastering index funds, tax shelters, and withdrawal strategies, to the deeper question of what financial freedom is actually for. Each chapter challenges widely held assumptions: that homeownership is always a great investment, that stock picking is a learnable skill, that bonds are obsolete, that crypto and gold are meaningful hedges, and that discipline alone is enough to change financial behavior.The book argues that lasting wealth is built not through brilliance or luck, but through durable systems: automating investment contributions, owning diversified low-cost index funds, avoiding the subtle traps of lifestyle inflation, and staying invested through the crashes that feel like catastrophe in real time. Using vivid case studies — including Ronald Read, the janitor who quietly accumulated $8 million, Grace Groner, who turned a $180 stock purchase into $7 million through patience alone, and Jesse Livermore, the genius speculator who made and lost multiple fortunes — Vesper demonstrates that temperament, simplicity, and patience consistently beat sophistication and activity.One Road also addresses what comes after the money. Financial independence, Vesper argues, is not a destination but a container — one that must be filled with meaning, relationships, purpose, and the deliberate use of time. The habits that build wealth can become limitations if never adjusted. The final chapter asks the question most financial books never reach: once you have enough, how do you actually live well?Written for readers who want honest analysis over empty reassurance, and a strategy they can maintain for decades rather than abandon at the first sign of turbulence, One Road is a complete guide to building, protecting, and eventually living off wealth — through any crash that comes.

We built an internet that moves data at the speed of light. But we forgot to build an internet that can tell the truth. In the age of Generative AI, the marginal cost of creating a lie - a deepfake, a hallucination, a phishing bot - has dropped to zero. When lies are free, truth becomes the most expensive asset on earth. We are attempting to run a 21st-century Agentic Economy on 20th-century reputation systems. We rely on "blue checks," centralized gatekeepers, and static credentials that can be bought, faked, or captured. These analog tools are collapsing under the weight of the "Zero-Cost Lie." The Trust Crisis is not a social failure. It is an architectural failure. In The Market for Truth, technologist and researcher Ali Sadhik Shaik argues that we cannot regulate our way out of this crisis. We must engineer our way out. Drawing on Game Theory, Institutional Economics, and Cryptography, Shaik introduces The Klyrox Protocol - a revolutionary middleware standard that replaces subjective human trust with objective financial liability. This book is not just a critique of the "Post-Truth Era"; it is a technical blueprint for the "Verification Age." Inside, you will discover: The Trust-Scalability Trilemma: Why current blockchain and Web2 systems are mathematically incapable of handling high-velocity truth. The Concept of "Epistemic Capital": A new economic theory where "Reputation" is treated as a non-transferable asset class that must be mined through honesty and burned for deceit. The "Agentic License": A proposal for "Proof-of-Liability" that forces AI Agents to post a financial bond before they can execute transactions, effectively solving the "Uninsurable Actor" problem. TDSW Governance: The "Time-Decayed Stake-Weighted" algorithm that solves the "Plutocracy Problem" in DAOs, preventing flash-loan attacks and ensuring long-term alignment. Who Should Read This Book? Policy Makers & Regulators seeking a libertarian, market-based alternative to heavy-handed AI censorship. Crypto & DeFi Developers looking for the next primitive in decentralized consensus beyond "Proof of Stake." AI Researchers grappling with the safety and alignment of autonomous agents. Economists interested in how Information Asymmetry is solved in digital networks. The ledger is open. The first trade is yours. Read "The Market for Truth" today and join the movement to build the Integrity Layer of the internet.

One of the start-up world's most in-demand executive coaches—hailed as the “CEO Whisperer” (Gimlet Media)—reveals why radical self-inquiry is critical to professional success and healthy relationships in all realms of life. Jerry Colonna helps start-up CEOs make peace with their demons, the psychological habits and behavioral patterns that have helped them to succeed—molding them into highly accomplished individuals—yet have been detrimental to their relationships and ultimate well-being. Now, this venture capitalist turned executive coach shares his unusual yet highly effective blend of Buddhism, Jungian therapy, and entrepreneurial straight talk to help leaders overcome their own psychological traumas. Reboot is a journey of radical self-inquiry, helping you to reset your life by sorting through the emotional baggage that is holding you back professionally, and even more important, in your relationships. Jerry has taught CEOs and their top teams to realize their potential by using the raw material of their lives to find meaning, to build healthy interpersonal bonds, and to become more compassionate and bold leaders. In Reboot, he inspires everyone to hold themselves responsible for their choices and for the possibility of truly achieving their dreams. Work does not have to destroy us. Work can be the way in which we achieve our fullest self, Jerry firmly believes. What we need, sometimes, is a chance to reset our goals and to reconnect with our deepest selves and with each other. Reboot moves and empowers us to begin this journey.

EXPANSION TO CASTLE PANIC FAMILY STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: To play this expansion, you will need a Castle Panic base game. The Wizard's Tower adds a deck of spells to play against the Monsters, but now there are flying Monsters, Mega Boss Monsters, and fire to deal with. Can be played with 1 to 6 players, ages 10 and up. Average playtime is 60 minutes. COMMUNITY/SOCIAL EXPERIENCE: The Wizard's Tower extends the social experience of Castle Panic and helps families and board game groups bond. As you explore the unique magic spells and talk through the best ways to defeat the new Monsters, you will enjoy getting to know the other players. FUN GAME WITH HIGH REPLAY VALUE: With new Castle cards, a whole new Wizard's deck of spells, 49 new Monsters, flame tokens, a new Tower, and Monster draw bag, players will have new fun experiences every game. MINUTES TO LEARN AND A LIFETIME TO EXPLORE: The Wizard's Tower builds on the players' knowledge of Castle Panic. The spells and new Monsters can be learned in just minutes, but the expansion offers depth to remain exciting for years to come. Other expansions provide enhanced experiences as well. GIFT FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES: Castle Panic and The Wizard's Tower are the perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and weekly game nights. Playing together is a great way to create warm memories and bring friends and family together.

All of Coral's worst fears have come true. Her father is dead thanks to her wretched, siren step-mother, and as a fully transformed mermaid, she's a prisoner in the Undersea. But turning to sea-foam is the last of her worries when she realizes that her battle with Melody has caused her to inherit the title of Reigning Queen. Now, with her heart magic twice as valuable, she must tread carefully in her attempts to adjust to mermaid life and reclaim her best friend's soul from the treacherous Sea of Souls. But Coral soon finds herself in trouble once more, and she realizes that if she's going to accomplish any of her goals, she may need the help of the very siren step-mother who destroyed her life in the first place... Lysander's newfound emotions have been an adjustment. As tension builds between the kingdoms, Lysander and Coral know they must present a united front against Eugene's forces-that their bond is the only thing maintaining Coral's Reigning Queen status, and without it, she won't survive the Sea of Souls, nor have enough power to dethrone Eugene. But despite Lysander's attempts to navigate life as a fully moral being, he can't help feeling like his relationship with Coral is crumbling. Especially now that Coral's twin has arrived in Veranis, proving to be everything Coral is not. And though he doesn't want to admit it, he's beginning to think that he picked the wrong sister... Curses will fall, songs will bind, and kingdoms will go head to head in this stunning conclusion to Tara Quinn's dual retelling of Snow White and The Little Mermaid.

UK bestseller, Sunday Times, December 2023 'I love Dr Nicole LePera. She helps me a lot.' GWYNETH PALTROW 'A practical and inspiring primer on how to extend true connection and love to others and to our hurting world.' DR GABOR MATE¿ 'A loving, patient, and powerful guide to creating happy, fulfilling life relationships of all kinds. How to Be the Love You Seek is a masterwork of awareness and compassion.' JAY SHETTY A radical new path to revolutionise your relationships Why are our closest relationships so often a source of more stress than solace? Whether the relationship is with a romantic partner, a parent, child, friend or colleague, the dynamic is frequently the same - you'd like the relationship to change for the better, yet nothing you try seems to work. In this groundbreaking book she offers a new path to healing our relationships by tapping into the power of the heart. How to Be the Love You Seek harnesses the latest scientific research to teach us how to recognise our dysfunctional patterns, identify their roots in our earliest relationships, break painful cycles, build security and share compassion with ourselves and others. Through stories, exercises, journal prompts, and other practical tools, Dr LePera empowers us first to strengthen our foundation of self-love, paving the way for deeper, more harmonious connections with those around us. When you become the love you seek, you have the power to transform every relationship, from your most intimate partnerships to the bonds that hold our communities together.

【Advanced Modular World Edition】Advanced version adds sensor module building blocks to achieve more shapes and functions. Our remote control robots feature a simple remote control design that makes it easy to move in all directions on a smooth, flat floor indoors or outdoors: left, right, front, back and 360-degree stunt rotation. Remote control distance over 20 meters. 【APP Control】With remote control mode, path mode, voice control, gravity sensor and stem programming, four remote control modes are simple and easy to use. The joints of the robot are free to move, and the head, shoulders, arms, elbows, tracks and eyebrows can be rotated, and various expressive expressions can be positioned arbitrarily. 【Easy to charge】USB charging design, equipped with rechargeable batteries built into the robot, charged 120 minutes can play 40 minutes. You can charge the RC robot which includes a light charging cable via plug, portable power bank, laptop and so on.This product is not suitable for children under 12. 【Imagination & Learning】: This building toy will promote your child's hand-eye coordination and creativity, improving critical thinking and developmental skills and having fun at the same time. It can be assembled at any time by yourself, helps to develop Student's hands-on ability. It is made of high quality ABS plastic, safe and harmless to Student. 【Best Educational Gifts】Introduce Student to the building blocks of the best STEM educational toys to foster their curiosities, keeps Student engaged and entertained and provides a fun and educational way to play, STEM building toys are also a great way to build social bonds or strengthen your relationship with your Student.

Gabriel Allon, master art restorer and assassin, returns in a spellbinding #1 New York Times bestselling novel 'Allon is the 21st century Bond' Daily Mail Bruised and war-weary following his secret war to bring down a terrorist mastermind, Gabriel Allon returns to his beloved Rome to restore a Caravaggio masterpiece. But early one morning Gabriel is summoned by his friend and occasional ally Monsignor Luigi Donati, the all-powerful private secretary to the Pope. The broken body of a beautiful woman lies beneath Michelangelo's magnificent dome. Donati fears a public inquiry will inflict more wounds on an already-damaged Church so he calls upon Gabriel to use his matchless talents and experience to quietly pursue the truth - was it suicide, or something more sinister? Gabriel discovers that the woman revealed a dangerous secret that threatens powers beyond the Vatican. And an old enemy plots revenge in the shadows, an unthinkable act of sabotage that will plunge the world into a conflict of apocalyptic proportions. Once again Gabriel must return to the ranks of his old intelligence service-and place himself, and those he holds dear, on the razor's edge of danger. Praise for Daniel Silva: 'Sexily brooding Allon... must be the most famous superspy not played by Daniel Craig' Daily Telegraph ' elegantly paced , subtle and well-informed . If you haven't read Silva before, try Portrait of a Spy - and then go back and read the series .' Daily Mail '[A] top-notch thriller by a writer with the inside track on spying' The Sun 'In true Bauer fashion , shoot-outs, kidnappings and international terror plots follow Gabriel Allon wherever he goes' USA Today 'Silva builds tension with breathtaking double and triple turns of the plot' People

Discover the magic of nursery rhymes through singing, signing, and shared reading! Introduce your little one to the joy of books, music, and early communication with Sign and Rhyme: Hey Diddle Diddle -- With ASL Signs. This charming interactive board book brings the much-loved nursery rhyme to life with engaging, sign-supported text designed especially for babies and toddlers. Sing along to the familiar words of "Hey Diddle Diddle" while using simple American Sign Language (ASL) signs to encourage your baby to join in with actions and movements. The combination of rhyme, repetition, gestures, and sounds creates a fun and engaging shared reading experience while helping little ones begin to connect words with meaning and actions. Singing nursery rhymes together is a wonderful way to bond with your baby, encourage early language development, and build positive associations with books and reading. The rhythmic patterns and repeated phrases help babies become familiar with the natural sounds of speech, while the accompanying signs and actions encourage motor skills, coordination, imitation, and self-expression. Key features and benefits: - A beloved nursery rhyme specially adapted for babies - ASL sign-supported text introduces early communication through gestures - Rhyming, repetition, and rhythm support early language and listening skills - Actions and movements encourage motor development and coordination - Encourages interaction, imitation, participation, and self-expression Part of the Sign and Rhyme series, this delightful collection combines familiar nursery rhymes with ASL signs to create engaging early-learning books that encourage babies to listen, watch, move, and participate. Share the rhyme, learn the signs, and make storytime a special moment of connection.

2026 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards Gold Winner A timeless celebration of unconditional love that parents and little ones will treasure for years to come. From beloved watercolor artist and bestselling author Tabitha Paige comes a tender story that celebrates the unbreakable bond between parent and child. This heartwarming picture book for babies and toddlers is the perfect way to say “I love you” and makes a meaningful baby shower gift, Valentine’s Day gift, new baby gift, or keepsake for growing families. Through gentle rhymes and soft, realistic illustrations, little readers follow Mama Duck as she patiently waits for her egg to hatch, expressing love for her baby long before they meet. When the egg finally cracks, her words come to life in a sweet reminder that real love isn’t earned—it’s simply felt. Perfect for sharing again and again, this tender picture book: Creates sweet bedtime reading and calming “I love you” moments together Encourages parent-child bonding through a heartfelt story of unconditional love Builds comforting family reading routines little ones will look forward to Offers a reassuring message that every child is loved from the very beginning Features beautiful watercolor illustrations that make this story a cherished keepsake Whether you're celebrating a baby shower, welcoming a newborn, marking a first birthday, or searching for a thoughtful Valentine’s Day or holiday gift for parents and grandparents, this “I love you” book is a timeless story that will be treasured through every stage of childhood.

"With wit, warmth, and plenty of wisdom, Gelles pens a novel that is one-part practical guide and one-part lifeline for parents (and their students) fast approaching the college application gauntlet...This must-read for parents, students, and those who love them offers a clear path to building a strong foundation not just for acceptance, but true success in higher education." -PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY, Editor's PickNo hype. No panic. Just the admissions truth families need. The college admissions process has never felt more overwhelming. Test-optional policies. Sky-high expectations. Shrinking acceptance rates. Confusing advice about GPAs, extracurriculars, and "standing out." Parents feel anxious. Students feel pressured. Everyone is drowning in mixed messages. Written for parents of high school students navigating college admissions, this book offers clarity, humor, and far less chaos at home. In Crazy for College, veteran college admissions advisor Beth Heller Gelles offers an honest, behind-the-scenes look at how the modern college search and application process actually works. Equal parts memoir, how-to guide, and straight talk, this book helps families: lower the temperature at home and protect their relationship with their teen understand what truly matters in high school (and what doesn't) decode the transcript vs. GPA conversation rethink extracurriculars and the myth of the "well-rounded" student build a balanced, realistic college list navigate Early Decision, the college essay process, and financial aid Through real stories from the front lines, Gelles reminds families that they don't have to lose their minds-or their kids-along the way. With a focus on authenticity, curiosity, mental health, and fit, Crazy for College helps families remember what matters most: raising capable, resilient young adults-and keeping your relationship with your teen intact. Crazy for College is both a lifeline and a love letter, helping you get through the admissions madness with a little humor, a lot more perspective, and family bonds stronger than ever.

Inspired me to write my own seven-book trilogy. It's one of my favourite fantasy series' GEORGE R. R. MARTIN 'A master storyteller, and the Osten Ard books are his masterpiece' BRANDON SANDERSON 'Paved the way for so much modern fantasy. Including mine' PATRICK ROTHFUSS 'One of the great fantasy epics of all time' CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI The Hayholt is besieged by the Norns. Once the home of their immortal brethren, the Sithi, now capital of the kingdom of men, the fabled castle is under attack. And as the world is distracted by this strike against humankind, the Norns' deathless witch-queen Utuk'ku turns towards the mysterious fateful valley called Tanakirú - the Vale of Mists. Meanwhile, Queen Miriamele hurries to save the Hayholt and capture the treacherous noble Pasevalles, but arrives to discover the traitor has escaped. And inside Tanakirú, Vale of Mists, the bond between Prince Morgan and Nezeru, a renegade Norn, has become something deeper and stranger than either of them could have anticipated. They journey ever deeper to the heart of the valley's mystery, encountering wonder and horror, and come face to face at last with the ancient secret that has kindled the Norn Queen's war - a secret that will destroy immortals and humans alike. PRAISE 'The book is masterfully crafted to answer every question and riddle' 'The entire book is a fascinating read' 'A great ending to a marvelous series' 'I always expect nothing less than greatness' 'Tad Williams is a wonderful story teller who builds interesting worlds full of fantasy

* A Stonewall Award Honor Book * ALA Notable Book * Bank Street Best Book of the Year * Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Natalie Lloyd, and Jasmine Warga, this beautiful novel in verse explores one girl's struggle to regain her magic after a hurricane forces her to move away from her beloved ocean that, she believes, has given her special powers. Bighearted and observant twelve-year-old Murray O’Shea loves the ocean. Every chance she gets, she’s in it. It could be because the ocean never makes her apologize for being exactly who she is—something her family refuses to do—but it could also be because of the secret magic that Murray shares with the ocean. Though she can’t explain its presence, the electric buzz she feels from her fingertips down to her toes allows her to become one with the ocean and all its creatures, and it makes Murray feel seen in a way she never feels on land. But then a hurricane hits Murray’s Jersey Shore home, sending the O'Sheas far inland to live with relatives. Being this far from the ocean, Murray seems to lose her magic. And stuck in a house with her family, she can no longer avoid the truths she’s discovering about herself—like how she feels in the clothes her mom makes her wear, or why she doesn't have boys on the brain like other girls her age. But it’s not all hurricanes and heartache. Thankfully, Murray befriends a boy named Dylan, who has a magic of his own. When Murray agrees to partner with him for a youth roller-rama competition in exchange for help getting her magic back, the two forge an unstoppable bond—one that shows Murray how it's not always the family you were given that makes you feel whole...sometimes it's the family you build along the way.

EXPANSION TO CASTLE PANIC FAMILY STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: To play this expansion, you will need a Castle Panic base game. Quests change up the way the game is played and adds variety to your weekly game night. Can be played with 1 to 6 players, ages 10 and up. Average playtime is 60 minutes. COMMUNITY/SOCIAL EXPERIENCE: Crowns and Quests extends the social experience of Castle Panic and helps families and board game groups bond. As you explore the unique abilities of each character and talk through the best ways to complete the quests, you will enjoy getting to know the other players. FUN GAME WITH HIGH REPLAY VALUE: With 12 different characters and 18 quests that take on a different feel when paired with each other, players will have fun every game. Win conditions change from the base game, and the quests change the game so much that they are more like mini expansions. MINUTES TO LEARN AND A LIFETIME TO EXPLORE: Crowns and Quests builds on the players' knowledge of Castle Panic. Each quest can be learned in just minutes, but the expansion offers depth to remain compelling for years to come. Other expansions provide enhanced experiences as well. GIFT FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES: Castle Panic and Crowns and Quests are the perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and weekly game nights. Playing together is a great way to create warm memories and bring friends and family together.

EXPANSION TO CASTLE PANIC FAMILY STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: To play this expansion, you will need a Castle Panic base game. The Wizard's Tower adds a deck of spells to play against the Monsters, but now there are flying Monsters, Mega Boss Monsters, and fire to deal with. Can be played with 1 to 6 players, ages 10 and up. Average playtime is 60 minutes. COMMUNITY/SOCIAL EXPERIENCE: The Wizard's Tower extends the social experience of Castle Panic and helps families and board game groups bond. As you explore the unique magic spells and talk through the best ways to defeat the new Monsters, you will enjoy getting to know the other players. FUN GAME WITH HIGH REPLAY VALUE: With new Castle cards, a whole new Wizard's deck of spells, 49 new Monsters, flame tokens, a new Tower, and Monster draw bag, players will have new fun experiences every game. MINUTES TO LEARN AND A LIFETIME TO EXPLORE: The Wizard's Tower builds on the players' knowledge of Castle Panic. The spells and new Monsters can be learned in just minutes, but the expansion offers depth to remain exciting for years to come. Other expansions provide enhanced experiences as well. GIFT FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES: Castle Panic and The Wizard's Tower are the perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and weekly game nights. Playing together is a great way to create warm memories and bring friends and family together.

EXPANSION TO CASTLE PANIC FAMILY STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: To play this expansion, you will need a Castle Panic base game. Quests change up the way the game is played and adds variety to your weekly game night. Can be played with 1 to 6 players, ages 10 and up. Average playtime is 60 minutes. COMMUNITY/SOCIAL EXPERIENCE: Crowns and Quests extends the social experience of Castle Panic and helps families and board game groups bond. As you explore the unique abilities of each character and talk through the best ways to complete the quests, you will enjoy getting to know the other players. FUN GAME WITH HIGH REPLAY VALUE: With 12 different characters and 18 quests that take on a different feel when paired with each other, players will have fun every game. Win conditions change from the base game, and the quests change the game so much that they are more like mini expansions. MINUTES TO LEARN AND A LIFETIME TO EXPLORE: Crowns and Quests builds on the players' knowledge of Castle Panic. Each quest can be learned in just minutes, but the expansion offers depth to remain compelling for years to come. Other expansions provide enhanced experiences as well. GIFT FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES: Castle Panic and Crowns and Quests are the perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, and weekly game nights. Playing together is a great way to create warm memories and bring friends and family together.

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "A practical, reader-friendly, and inspiring primer on how to extend true connection and love to others." - Gabor Maté M.D., New York Times bestselling author of The Myth of Normal From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller How to Do the Work comes this paradigm-shifting guide to healing your relationships, beginning with the one you have with yourself. Relationships have always been essential to human survival. Our bodies and brains are programmed to seek out connection, whether familial, romantic, or platonic. And yet, these vital bonds are often at the root of our deepest suffering. While our hearts are primed for compassionate connection, our nervous systems-which store all our past hurts and disappointments-are wired for threat and negativity. For decades, leading relationship advice has maintained that successful relationships require a specific compromise-that we must change our authentic expression to better meet the needs of others, and vice versa. It may sound reasonable in theory, but as Dr. LePera explains, this approach is nothing less than a recipe for a lifetime of resentment. In How to Be the Love You Seek, #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. LePera-whose integrative, holistic approach to psychology has attracted an international audience of millions-offers a new path to healing our relationships. Harnessing the latest scientific research, she teaches us to recognize how unmet needs from our earliest relationships create our current, dysfunctional relationship patterns, and leave us in a state of constant internal threat, even with those closest to us. This book, the last in her "How To" trilogy, illuminates the way out of trauma bonds and into relationships rooted in mutual respect and compassion. In it, you will learn how to create safety in your own body and mind; identify your unmet needs; develop emotional resilience; cultivate heart coherence to build deep emotional connections with others; and maintain healthy interdependence in our communities. Whether you struggle to maintain the kinds of relationships you want, or are facing a specific challenge with a spouse, partner, parent, sibling, child, friend, or colleague-Dr. LePera teaches us how to break painful cycles and reconnect with the wisdom, appreciation, and compassion that lives in each of our hearts. It is our heart's innate capacity to love that is the true source of all healing. When we tap into that power, we can become the love we seek. Complete with stories, exercises, journal prompts, and other practical tools, How to Be the Love You Seek offers a healing roadmap for all generations of cycle-breakers.

The Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection includes Mega Man Star Force Pegasus, Mega Man Star Force Leo, Mega Man Star Force Dragon, Mega Man Star Force 2 Zerker x Ninja, Mega Man Star Force 2 Zerker x Saurian, Mega Man Star Force 3 Black Ace & Mega Man Star Force 3 Red Joker. Browse over 1,000 pieces of official artwork, including rare concept illustrations. You can also rock out to music from all three Mega Man Star Force titles plus newly arranged tracks, with select tracks that can be set as in-game background music. Customize gameplay by increasing your Mega Buster power, adjusting encounter rates, and playing through Casual for easy play or Ranked Matches for global competition. Optional high-resolution filters allow you to enjoy smoother visuals or toggle them off at any time to experience the classic look. Rare bonus cards previously obtainable only through events or merchandise are included. You can also combine them with cards earned during gameplay to build even more powerful decks (some bonus cards are not included). Connect with over 100 friends using the Brother Band system to boost Mega Man’s abilities and strengthen your bonds. Enjoy quality-of-life improvements designed for today’s hardware, including improved graphics from the original version, optimized single-screen interface adapted from dual-screen gameplay, and new control-related UI and autosaving. Preorder now and receive four arranged BGM tracks & two main menu customization characters: Geo Stelar (Casual Wear) and Omega-Xis.

【Advanced Modular World Edition】Advanced version adds sensor module building blocks to achieve more shapes and functions. Our remote control robots feature a simple remote control design that makes it easy to move in all directions on a smooth, flat floor indoors or outdoors: left, right, front, back and 360-degree stunt rotation. Remote control distance over 20 meters. 【APP Control】With remote control mode, path mode, voice control, gravity sensor and stem programming, four remote control modes are simple and easy to use. The joints of the robot are free to move, and the head, shoulders, arms, elbows, tracks and eyebrows can be rotated, and various expressive expressions can be positioned arbitrarily. 【Easy to charge】USB charging design, equipped with rechargeable batteries built into the robot, charged 120 minutes can play 40 minutes. You can charge the RC robot which includes a light charging cable via plug, portable power bank, laptop and so on. 【Imagination & Learning】: This building toy will promote your child's hand-eye coordination and creativity, improving critical thinking and developmental skills and having fun at the same time. It can be assembled at any time by yourself, helps to develop student's hands-on ability. It is made of high quality ABS plastic, safe and harmless to student. 【Best Educational Gifts】Introduce student to the building blocks of the best STEM educational toys to foster their curiosities, keeps student engaged and entertained and provides a fun and educational way to play, STEM building toys are also a great way to build social bonds or strengthen your relationship with your student.

An utterly heartbreaking and beautifully uplifting story of forbidden love, wartime secrets and the healing power of friendship. Perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Faith Hogan and Fiona Valpy! On a quiet bridge where memories linger, hearts begin to heal... 1992 Elisavet, a Serbian refugee haunted by loss, finds work on Island Farm Avenue. There, three older women - Cora, Megan, and Gladdie - meet regularly on the old footbridge, a quiet place where stories are shared and wounds are gently laid bare. As they begin to open up about their memories, Elisavet is drawn into their past and the healing power of female friendship. 1944 During the war, a young Cora forms a forbidden bond with Frank, a German prisoner held at Island Farm Camp. A fleeting smile. A folded paper aeroplane. A love that defies the rules of a broken world. But as their connection deepens, Cora must choose between her heart and the hostile judgment of a war-weary town. As Elisavet pieces together the intertwined pasts of these three extraordinary women, she uncovers a story of resilience, love, and the kind of friendship that builds bridges across time. Praise for Norma Curtis: 'This beautifully unique tale will fill you with hope, then will suddenly break your heart into a million pieces.' Off the Hook Books, 'Heart-wrenching.' NetGalley reviewer, 'Truly heart-wrenching.' Goodreads reviewer 'A beautiful and heartbreaking story... I cannot wait to read more by this author. This author has now become a go-to author.' Goodreads reviewer

Dogs are deeply emotional companions. They bond intensely. And when the environment suddenly becomes quiet and empty, stress can build quickly. That's where Relaxing Music for Dogs: 432 Hz & 528 Hz Sound Healing can help. ***** Gentle Frequencies for Sensitive Ears Carefully crafted using calming tonal structures and soothing harmonic layers, this extended sound journey creates a stable, comforting atmosphere in your home. Inspired by 432 Hz and 528 Hz tuning approaches — often associated with relaxation and emotional balance — these tracks are designed to: Help ease separation stress Reduce nervous energy and pacing Support relaxation during alone time Encourage deeper rest and calm behavior Create a reassuring background presence This isn't ordinary background music. It's structured, consistent, and intentionally gentle — ideal for a dog's sensitive hearing. ***** Perfect For: Workdays and long hours away Separation anxiety support Thunderstorms and fireworks New home adjustments Post-adoption transitions Nervous or highly sensitive dogs With over 8 hours of continuous calming sound, your dog can relax for extended periods without abrupt interruptions. ***** A Calmer Dog. A Calmer Home When the sound environment feels safe and stable, many dogs settle more easily. Instead of silence amplifying anxiety, soft harmonic tones fill the space with reassurance. Imagine coming home to: Less frantic energy Less stress-driven behavior More relaxed body language A peaceful, content companion Because even when you can't be physically present, comfort can still be. ***** How to Use For optimal results, always begin playback from the first track and allow the sequence to play in the intended order. The progression is designed to gently guide your dog into a deeper state of relaxation over time. ***** Give your dog the gift of calm. Press play. Leave with peace of mind. Return to a happier, more relaxed companion.

The definitive account of how the 1973–1974 oil embargo rewired the world forever—and the lessons to be learned today. The king of Saudi Arabia had warned the Americans repeatedly: if you do not treat us with respect, we will cut off your oil. For years, nobody believed him. In October 1973, he made good on his threat. The consequences were immediate. In America, fuel rationing and a 55 MPH emergency speed limit couldn't stop the lights of Times Square flickering out by Christmas. With the Watergate scandal closing in, President Richard Nixon, and his secretary of state, Henry Kissinger, scrambled to secure peace in the Middle East and restart the flow of oil. Senior ministers from around the world flew to St Moritz to interrupt the Shah of Iran's skiing holiday and beg for oil to keep their countries running. Embargo is the gripping inside story of the 1973–1974 oil crisis and the small group of leaders who strode into chaos to build a new, imperfect order. It is the story of Faisal, the Saudi king, born to the desert chieftain who created modern Saudi Arabia, who became the richest man in the world; of Ahmed Zaki Yamani, his unflappable Harvard-educated oil minister who drove American oil executives to tears with his steely calm; of Henry Kissinger, who underestimated the Arabs' resolve; and of William Simon, the Wall Street bond trader drafted by Nixon as his energy czar. Filled with frantic diplomacy and secret negotiations, war, murder and kidnapping, Embargo follows the race to avert economic catastrophe and restore the flow of oil. In the process, it uncovers a turning point in modern history: the moment the world discovered how vulnerable its prosperity was to turmoil in the Middle East. More than fifty years later, we are still grappling with the consequences.

INDIE BESTSELLER Winner of the Sasakawa Foundation Translation Prize A New Yorker Best Book of the Year So Far A Must-Read: Literary Hub ¿ The Millions ¿ Kirkus Reviews ¿ Shelf Awareness ¿ BookPage ¿ BookBub "A great love story." -Sigrid Nunez, The New Yorker "I have never read a book quite like this. Profoundly real, specific, moving, and beautifully written." -Elif Batuman, author of Either/Or Mornings Without Mii is a beloved Japanese modern classic: a deeply affecting story of solitude, independence, writing, grief, love, and life alongside a cat. On a cool summer evening in 1977, Mayumi Inaba hears a forlorn cry carried by the breeze off Tokyo's Tamagawa River. She follows the sound to the riverbank and finds a newborn kitten only the size of her palm dangling from a fence, abandoned. Overcome by tender affection, she takes the cat back to the small apartment she shares with her husband and christens her Mii: so begins an ineffable bond. Over the next twenty years, we follow Inaba, a poet and novelist by moonlight, as she pursues quiet, solitude, and a room of her own. Through it all, her cat, a fiercely independent creature in her own right, is her confidante and muse. From the late Mayumi Inaba, a winner of the Kawabata Prize and the Tanizaki Prize, Mornings Without Mii is not just a love letter to companionship: it's a poignant, searching meditation on the forces that enable us to connect, to create, and to build a life.