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A New York Times bestseller! Beautifully crafted and fun to read. Louis Galambos, The Wall Street Journal Nasaw s research is extraordinary. San Francisco Chronicle The definitive account of the life of Andrew Carnegie Celebrated historian David Nasaw, whom The New York Times Book Review has called "a meticulous researcher and a cool analyst," brings new life to the story of one of America's most famous and successful businessmen and philanthropists in what will prove to be the biography of the season. Born of modest origins in Scotland in 1835, Andrew Carnegie is best known as the founder of Carnegie Steel. His rags to riches story has never been told as dramatically and vividly as in Nasaw's new biography. Carnegie, the son of an impoverished linen weaver, moved to Pittsburgh at the age of thirteen. The embodiment of the American dream, he pulled himself up from bobbin boy in a cotton factory to become the richest man in the world. He spent the rest of his life giving away the fortune he had accumulated and crusading for international peace. For all that he accomplished and came to represent to the American public a wildly successful businessman and capitalist, a self-educated writer, peace activist, philanthropist, man of letters, lover of culture, and unabashed enthusiast for American democracy and capitalism Carnegie has remained, to this day, an enigma. Nasaw explains how Carnegie made his early fortune and what prompted him to give it all away, how he was drawn into the campaign first against American involvement in the Spanish-American War and then for international peace, and how he used his friendships with presidents and prime ministers to try to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. With a trove of new material unpublished chapters of Carnegie's Autobiography; personal letters between Carnegie and his future wife, Louise, and other family members; his prenuptial agreement; diaries of family and close friends; his applications for citizenship; his extensive correspondence with Henry Clay Frick; and dozens of private letters to and from presidents Grant, Cleveland, McKinley, Roosevelt, and British prime ministers Gladstone and Balfour, as well as friends Herbert Spencer, Matthew Arnold, and Mark Twain Nasaw brilliantly plumbs the core of this fascinating and complex man, deftly placing his life in cultural and political context as only a master storyteller can.

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INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER "A funny, heartfelt story about found family and seeing the silver lining in life. Fans of A Man Called Ove and Remarkably Bright Creatures will especially enjoy this new novel."-Library Journal A zany case of mistaken identity allows a lonely old man one last chance to be part of a family. "Would you mind terribly, old boy, if I borrowed the rest of your life? I promise I'll take excellent care of it." Frederick Fife was born with an extra helping of kindness in his heart. If he borrowed your car, he'd return it washed with a full tank of gas. The problem is, at age eighty-two, there's nobody left in Fred's life to borrow from, and he's broke and on the brink of eviction. But Fred's luck changes when he's mistaken for Bernard Greer, a missing resident at the local nursing home, and takes his place. Now Fred has warm meals in his belly and a roof over his head-as long as his look-alike Bernard never turns up. Denise Simms is stuck breathing the same disappointing air again and again. A middle-aged mom and caregiver at Bernard's facility, her crumbling marriage and daughter's health concerns are suffocating her joy for life. Wounded by her two-faced husband, she vows never to let a man deceive her again. As Fred walks in Bernard's shoes, he leaves a trail of kindness behind him, fueling Denise's suspicions about his true identity. When unexpected truths are revealed, Fred and Denise rediscover their sense of purpose and learn how to return a broken life to mint condition. Bittersweet and remarkably perceptive, The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife is a hilarious, feel-good, clever novel about grief, forgiveness, redemption, and finding family. Be sure to check out Anna Johnston's next book, When Lemons Give You Life, available on August 4.

Don Winslow's acclaimed story collection, featuring "Crime 101," soon to be a major motion picture starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Halle Berry, Monica Barbaro, Barry Keoghan, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Nick Nolte. No matter how you come into this world, you come out broken . . . Hailed as "one of America's greatest storytellers" (Stephen King), #1 international bestseller Don Winslow returns with six intense short novels with characters-some familiar, some new- connected by the themes of crime, vengeance, guilt and redemption. It includes Crime 101: A string of high-level jewel heists up and down the Pacific Coast Highway has gone unsolved for years, mostly because the perpetrator has lived by a strict code he calls "Crime 101." Police attribute the thefts to the Columbian cartels. But Detective Lou Lubesnick's gut says it's the work of just one man. Now the lone-wolf jewel thief is looking for that fabled final last score. And Lou breaks all the rules of Crime 101... Broken: In the volume's title story, police dispatcher Eva McNabb takes the call on a police officer's brutal murder by a vicious drug gang. It's her own kid, Danny. Then Eva makes her own call. Summoning her elder son, Jimmy, also a cop, Evan commands: Avenge your brother. I want you to kill them all. The Last Ride: To former solider and cowboy-turned-Board Patrol agent Cal Strickland, the illegals who try to jump his stretch of the Texas-Mexico border are a nameless, faceless group who need to be sent back to their side of the line. That is until he sees the little girl in the cage. And Cal knows that the time has come to make a stand and help her escape. With his trademark blend of insight, humanity, humor, action, and the highest level of literary craftsmanship, Winslow delivers a collection of tales that will become classics of crime fiction. "While Winslow is in widely fluent in many different prose techniques - from the twisty punchline felonies of Elmore Leonard and Robert B. Parker to the rebop riffs of James Ellroy to mega-works of dark literature a la Cormac McCarthy and James Lee Burke - he's not 'copying' anyone. He's writing his OWN masterpieces and just happens to do so in the fashion appropriate to the work." - The Day (CT) "Will make you laugh and cry, but in the end will explain why The New York Times thinks Winslow is simply 'the greatest' . . . He crafts every sentence until it beats to a rhythm of its own. . . . Broken is devastating and brilliant." - Sydney Morning Herald

Discover the inspiring story of Rihanna, from her childhood in Barbados to becoming an international superstar and successful businesswoman.¿ Growing up on the Caribbean island of Barbados, little Robyn Rihanna Fenty loved to sing and perform. Despite a challenging childhood where she often had to look after her younger brothers, she dreamed big, and an audition in New York set her on the path to stardom . From her debut single ‘Pon de Replay’ to worldwide anthems like ‘Umbrella’ and ‘Diamonds’, Rihanna is the best-selling female recording artist of the twenty-first century with 14 number-one singles to her name. But Rihanna’s story didn’t stop with music. She built an inclusive beauty and fashion empire with her brand, Fenty, changing the industry by celebrating every skin tone and body shape . She is also a dedicated philanthropist , working through her Clara Lionel Foundation to support education, disaster relief and healthcare worldwide. She is the ambassador for culture and youth in Barbados and many on the island celebrate 'Rihanna Day' on 2 February.¿ This inspiring book introduces children to Rihanna’s remarkable journey – from her first performances at home to global superstardom, philanthropy and entrepreneurship – showing that with determination and self-belief , anything is possible. This inspirational book also features stunning illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the superstar’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Andrew Sean Greer, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Less, showcases his wit, sophistication, and deep knowledge of focaccia in this tale of a young man who takes an unspecified job with a charismatic elderly Baronessa at her crumbling villa in the Tuscan hills. A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF THE YEAR: People, TIME, Esquire, Oprah Daily, Lit Hub, Seattle Times No one writing in English is funnier or more charming than Andrew Greer. Every sentence in this novel sings. David Sedaris, author of Happy-Go-Lucky An absolute delight. Elif Batuman, author of Either/Or Such a sunny book. Kate Atkinson, author of Shrines of Gaiety An aspiring archivist determined to begin a serious life after an undistinguished undergraduate career takes up residence in the Italian countryside. Here, he becomes the all-purpose assistant to the Baronessa, known to her friends as Coco, a defiantly youthful and naturally flamboyant woman of ninety-two. Amid a chaotic and colorful milieu of gin-swilling princesses, incomprehensible handymen, roaming boarhunters, nuns, and other local wildlife, our young man does his best to catalog the villa s extensive collection of art and antiques although he notices that things seem to go missing from right under his nose. Despite himself, he tumbles into an affair with a married man, complicating his future plans considerably. And when the Baronessa loses someone close to her, he becomes an unwitting accomplice in the acceleration of Coco s great and final plan: to locate the love of her life and be reunited before it s too late. Told with the signature wit, charm, and humanity that made Less an international phenomenon, Villa Coco is a dazzling, sun-soaked ode to life itself, a meditation on how seriously we ought to take ourselves, and a bawdy Mediterranean ballad about becoming who we ve always wanted to be.

THE ONE WITH THE CAMPING TRIP DISASTER The fifteenth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 300 million copies of the series sold worldwide! Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ready for the adventure of a lifetime. But things take an unexpected turn, and they find themselves stranded at a campsite that's not exactly a summertime paradise. When the skies open up and the water starts to rise, the Heffleys wonder if they can save their vacation - or if they're already in too deep. WHAT'S IN DIARY OF A WIMPY KID? 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Stories that all readers can't wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed! LOOK OUT FOR: Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2 in August 2026! Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Fight or Flight (Book 21) in October 2026! Have you read all the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID series? Diary of a Wimpy Kid Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Diper Overlode Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper

The daring and explosive new novel from Ashley Audrain, author of international bestsellers The Push and The Whispers. Available to pre-order now. ' 'Ashley Audrain writes like a blade, with just that sharpness, precision, and danger. H er best novel yet. A stunning, elegant thriller' Abigail Dean 'Nobody delves as deep into the guts of motherhood as Ashley Audrain; she really is in a league of her own' Lisa Jewell 'A woman's sudden death unleashes a slew of secrets for those left behind. No one writes women-their lives, their struggles, and their secret desires-better than Ashley Audrain. A masterclass in tension' Shari Lapena 'Wildly original, truthful, tender, and devastating. So assured and so utterly mesmerising, I devoured it in a single weekend' Clare Leslie Hall Who'll keep your secrets after you've gone? Fiona stares up at the faces of her husband, Adam, and their two children. They've found her on the hallway floor of their home. Disbelieving, she sees her body taken away by ambulance - but how can that be, if she's still here with her family? That's when Fiona realizes: she is dead. In the days that unfurl, she follows those left behind, watching their suspicions grow. Her broken husband. Her devoted best friend. Her estranged younger sister. Her precocious six-year-old son. Because everyone has been hiding something. Most of all, Fiona herself. But it is her teenage daughter who finds Fiona's diary - and the stunning betrayal hiding within . . . Praise for Ashley Audrain: 'Spellbinding, a shimmering, visceral ride through the dark side of family' LISA JEWELL 'I absolutely loved this book' MIRANDA COWLEY HELLER 'A beautifully observed exploration of what it means to be a woman' SARAH PEARSE 'Deeply thrilling and provocative . . a truly masterful novel' NITA PROSE 'A chilling psychodrama about motherhood and community' i PAPER 'A fearless deep dive into the real internal lives of women . . . a brilliant, deeply affecting novel you won't soon forget' SHARI LAPENA

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THEY CAN'T CATCH A BREAK, NOW THEY NEED TO CATCH A LETHAL MONSTER. The sixth explosive installment in Matt Dinniman's best selling LitRPG series where the hunted become the hunters ... while also still being hunted! "Dungeon Crawler Carl is legit awesome" #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson *** It is bedlam on the eighth floor . Coast Guard vet Carl and his ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, have survived longer and leveled up higher than anyone ever thought they could in the galaxy's most popular reality show. Now the stakes are the highest they've ever been, the rules are getting dangerously creative. The crawlers are given a new task: Find and capture six monsters, each of which will be turned into a card. The stronger, the deadlier, the better. It's crucial for crawlers to assemble the toughest squad possible. But, like always, there is a catch. There's always a catch. If Carl and Donut want a winning hand, they'll have to capture the most lethal and terrifying monster of them all: Shi Maria. She was once married to a now-missing god. Her special attack is known to drive one insane. They call her the Bedlam Bride. Carl and Donut can try to capture her, but that doesn't mean they can tame her. And if they can't, there'll be worse things at stake than just their sanity. --- Praise for Dungeon Crawler Carl 'Fresh. Creative. Hilarious. I'm obsessed...Princess Donut is my queen' Actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day 'I don't always say nice things about a book just because the writer has compromising pictures of me engaging in some very complicated international crimes, but when I do, I say them about Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl! Also, this series has no goddamn business burying so much depth and emotion and complexity under its bawdy, gory surface, but it does so anyway. What a wild-ass and unexpected delight' New York Times bestselling author Scott Lynch '[A] comically cosmic adventure series...often laugh-out-loud funny...Grind your way to dungeon mastery alongside Carl and Princess Donut' The Wall Street Journal 'This is the book for anyone who ever wondered what it would be like to be a role player in a game with the best game master ever. Also for anyone who wants to read a good book. Or maybe anyone who has been outside at night?in their underwear?looking for their cat and wondering 'What's the worst thing that could happen?' Once you start, you won't put it down' Patricia Briggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mercy Thompson series 'One of the most bananapants, funny, inventive books I have read in a while' Book Riot 'Dungeon Crawler Carl is just one big smile all the way through. Put on your best pair of boxer shorts and sit back for a truly fun and enjoyable read' New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson

The most important book yet from the author of the international bestseller The Shock Doctrine, a brilliant explanation of why the climate crisis challenges us to abandon the core “free market” ideology of our time, restructure the global economy, and remake our political systems. In short, either we embrace radical change ourselves or radical changes will be visited upon our physical world. The status quo is no longer an option. In This Changes Everything Naomi Klein argues that climate change isn’t just another issue to be neatly filed between taxes and health care. It’s an alarm that calls us to fix an economic system that is already failing us in many ways. Klein meticulously builds the case for how massively reducing our greenhouse emissions is our best chance to simultaneously reduce gaping inequalities, re-imagine our broken democracies, and rebuild our gutted local economies. She exposes the ideological desperation of the climate-change deniers, the messianic delusions of the would-be geoengineers, and the tragic defeatism of too many mainstream green initiatives. And she demonstrates precisely why the market has not—and cannot—fix the climate crisis but will instead make things worse, with ever more extreme and ecologically damaging extraction methods, accompanied by rampant disaster capitalism. Klein argues that the changes to our relationship with nature and one another that are required to respond to the climate crisis humanely should not be viewed as grim penance, but rather as a kind of gift—a catalyst to transform broken economic and cultural priorities and to heal long-festering historical wounds. And she documents the inspiring movements that have already begun this process: communities that are not just refusing to be sites of further fossil fuel extraction but are building the next, regeneration-based economies right now. Can we pull off these changes in time? Nothing is certain. Nothing except that climate change changes everything. And for a very brief time, the nature of that change is still up to us.

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From an award-winning former law enforcement park ranger and investigator, this female-driven true crime adventure follows the author's quest to find missing hikers along the Pacific Crest Trail by pairing up with an eclectic group of unlikely allies. As a park ranger with the National Park Service's law enforcement team, Andrea Lankford led search and rescue missions in some of the most beautiful (and dangerous) landscapes across America, from Yosemite to the Grand Canyon. But though she had the support of the agency, Andrea grew frustrated with the service's bureaucratic idiosyncrasies, and left the force after twelve years. Two decades later, however, she stumbles across a mystery that pulls her right back where she left off: three young men have vanished from the Pacific Crest Trail, the 2,650-mile trek made famous by Cheryl Strayed's Wild, and no one has been able to find them. It's bugging the hell out of her. Andrea's concern soon leads her to a wild environment unlike any she's ever encountered: missing person Facebook groups. Andrea launches an investigation, joining forces with an eclectic team of amateurs who are determined to solve the cases by land and by screen: a mother of the missing, a retired pharmacy manager, and a mapmaker who monitors terrorist activity for the government. Together, they track the activities of kidnappers and murderers, investigate a cult, rescue a psychic in peril, cross paths with an unconventional scientist, and reunite an international fugitive with his family. Searching for the missing is a brutal psychological and physical test with the highest stakes, but eventually their hardships begin to bear strange fruits-ones that lead them to places and people they never saw coming. Beautifully written, heartfelt, and at times harrowing, Trail of the Lost paints a vivid picture of hiker culture and its complicated relationship with the ever-expanding online realm, all while exploring the power and limits of determination, generosity, and hope. It also offers a deep awe of the natural world, even as it unearths just how vast and treacherous it can be. On the Trail of the Lost, you may not find what you are looking for, but you will certainly find more than you seek.

'IF YOU LIKE SCIENCE FICTION YOU WILL LOVE THIS. . . A ROLLICKING GOOD READ' Scotsman on Beyond the Hallowed Sky 'MACLEOD'S BEST BOOK TO DATE ' SFX on Beyond the Hallowed Sky THE FERMI ARE AWAKE. With the invention of faster-than-light travel there is nowhere that humanity cannot go. New worlds are discovered, but with them come new dangers. At the heart of the discovery is the Fermi, mysterious beings that have survived on alien worlds for longer than humanity has existed. But now the Fermi are awakening, and they do not seem pleased to find humans in their midst. But for Lakshmi Nayak and the crew of the Fighting Chance, danger is a lot closer to home. Their search for answers will take them to places, and worlds, they never expected. Science fiction legend Ken MacLeod returns with book two in the Lightspeed trilogy, a gripping tale of first contact and dark conspiracies set among the stars. Praise for Ken MacLeod: 'An exceptional blend of international politics, hard science, and first contact' Michael Mammay, author of the Planetside series on Beyond the Hallowed Sky 'MacLeod is up there with Banks and Hamilton as one of the British sci-fi authors you absolutely have to read' SFX 'Prose as sleek and fast as the technology it describes. . . watch this man go global' Peter F. Hamilton on Star Fraction 'Ken MacLeod has an enviable track record of extrapolating from current trends to produce mind-bending novels of ideas' Guardian Also by Ken MacLeod: Lightspeed Beyond the Hallowed Sky Fall Revolution The Star Fraction The Stone Canal The Cassini Division The Sky Road Engines of Light Cosmonaut Keep Dark Light Engine City Corporation Wars Trilogy Dissidence Insurgence Emergence Novels The Human Front Newton's Wake Learning the World The Execution Channel The Restoration Game Intrusion Descent

"Thriller writing at its best." --Midwest Book Review (Any Means Necessary) From the #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars (with over 10,000 five-star reviews) comes a groundbreaking new political thriller series: when the President of the United States or his family are threatened, it is up to Jake Mercer, former Marine sniper turned Secret Service agent, to protect them from dangers—both foreign and domestic. Amid a global health crisis at a world summit, Jake faces his deadliest adversary yet—a lethal virus snaring the President and other dignitaries in its contagious grip. Trapped in the sealed epicenter, Mercer must combat biological warfare and the clock to secure an elusive antidote, navigate the treachery of terrorism, and prevent national turmoil. "Thriller enthusiasts who relish the precise execution of an international thriller, but who seek the psychological depth and believability of a protagonist who simultaneously fields professional and personal life challenges, will find this a gripping story that's hard to put down." --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Any Means Necessary) "One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary) ABSOLUTE CARNAGE is the twentieth book in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jack Mars, whose books have received over 10,000 five-star reviews and ratings. The series begins with ABSOLUTE THREAT (book #1). A gripping and unpredictable political thriller, the Jake Mercer series is a page-turning action series that will leave you unable to put it down. This fresh and exciting action hero will have you turning pages late into the night, and fans of Brad Taylor, Vince Flynn, and Tom Clancy are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available!

"Thriller writing at its best." --Midwest Book Review (Any Means Necessary) From the #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars (with over 10,000 five-star reviews) comes a groundbreaking new political thriller series: when the President of the United States or his family are threatened, it is up to Jake Mercer, former Marine sniper turned Secret Service agent, to protect them from dangers—both foreign and domestic. When the President's motorcade is ambushed by a rogue drone strike, Secret Service Agent Jake Mercer is thrust into a lethal game of cat and mouse. With the nation's leader in his charge, will Mercer's wit be enough to save the leader of the free world? "Thriller enthusiasts who relish the precise execution of an international thriller, but who seek the psychological depth and believability of a protagonist who simultaneously fields professional and personal life challenges, will find this a gripping story that's hard to put down." --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Any Means Necessary) "One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary) ABSOLUTE VENGEANCE is the sixth book in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jack Mars, whose books have received over 10,000 five-star reviews and ratings. The series begins with ABSOLUTE THREAT (book #1). A gripping and unpredictable political thriller, the Jake Mercer series is a page-turning action series that will leave you unable to put it down. This fresh and exciting action hero will have you turning pages late into the night, and fans of Brad Taylor, Vince Flynn, and Tom Clancy are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available!

Prepare yourself for the BRAND NEW, epic action thriller from BESTSELLER Andrew Warren. If you like Mark Greaney and Alan McDermott, you'll LOVE this! "White Tiger is a dynamic East-West spy story, an Asian action thriller, and a yakuza crime extravaganza that is gloriously cinematic. I couldn't put it down." - Raymond Benson, author of James Bond: The Raymond Benson Years Honor demands a price. Caine will pay in blood... CIA Paramilitary Officer Thomas Caine is a man with countless enemies, but few friends. So when an ally from his past is brutally attacked, Caine returns to Japan to settle the score. There, his mission takes a deadly turn when he crosses paths with Byakko, the White Tiger - a merciless Yakuza gangster whose hypnotic gaze strikes fear into the hearts of his victims. Following a trail of bloodshed to the snow-swept city of Sapporo, Caine uncovers a chilling conspiracy. The White Tiger is linked to a cabal of foreign operatives plotting a devastating attack on US soil. And the countdown has already begun... From Seoul's neon-lit alleys to the icy forests of Hokkaido, Japan, Caine races to protect a terrified woman who holds the key to this sinister plan. Can he prevent a viral outbreak from killing thousands before it's too late? To look into the White Tiger's eyes is to stare death in the face. But Caine is a predator himself. And in this clash of killers, only one will survive... Thomas Caine is back and he's taking no prisoners. Buckle up - it's going to be an explosive ride! Praise for the Thomas Caine thriller series: "White Tiger is a tremendously awesome spy adventure through the cities of South Korea and Japan that hits all the right notes for a memorable and entertaining story worth the sacrifice of a night's sleep." Kashif Hussain, Best Thriller Books "Don't mess with Thomas Caine. Ever." - New York Times bestselling author Brett Battles "Thomas Caine is a deadly, no nonsense action hero you really root for." - Bestselling author Rob Sinclair "Tokyo Black is an expert dance between crime noir and an international conspiracy thriller. Andrew Warren draws you into the dark underbelly of Tokyo," - USA Today bestselling author Steven Konkoly "A man of his word and battling with ferocity, Caine is a must see character that is deserving of your attention." - Chris Miller, Best Thriller Books "Fast, hard-hitting, and deftly-plotted... a must-read for fans of Mark Greaney and Barry Eisler." - The Real Book Spy 'Fans of the action hero/assassin genre, in the vein of the Grey Man, John Milton, Dewey Andreas and Victor the Assassin, will love this.' Reader Review 'The writing is incredible. The atmosphere created by the author is mesmerizing!' Reader Review 'An action blockbuster in book form!' Reader Review 'Up there with Lee Child and Vince Flynn!' Reader Review 'Action packed from the start to the end.' Reader Review 'Move over Jason Bourne... Here comes Thomas Caine!' Reader Review

THE NO. 1 INTERNATIONAL AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER *NOW A MAJOR SKY TV SERIES. Read the novel Season 1 is based on* It begins with absence and desire. It begins with blood and fear. It begins with A Discovery of Witches . . . _______________________________ Reasons to read A Discovery of Witches and the ALL SOULS series: 'A bubbling cauldron of illicit desire' DAILY MAIL 'Intelligent and off-the-wall . . . irresistible to Twilight fans' SUNDAY TIMES 'You will be enchanted' LEIGH BARDUGO 'Rich, thrilling . . . A captivating and romantic ripping yarn' E. L. JAMES 'I could lose myself in here and never want to come out . . . Utterly enchanting on every level' MANDA SCOTT 'Exciting amounts of spells, kisses and battles, and is recounted with enchanting, page-turning panache' MARIE CLAIRE 'A wonderfully imaginative grown-up fantasy with all the magic of Harry Potter and Twilight' PEOPLE _______________________________ A world of witches, daemons and vampires. A manuscript which holds the secrets of their past and the key to their future. Diana and Matthew - the forbidden love at the heart of it. When historian Diana Bishop opens an alchemical manuscript in the Bodleian Library, it's an unwelcome intrusion of magic into her carefully ordered life. Though Diana is a witch of impeccable lineage, the violent death of her parents while she was still a child convinced her that human fear is more potent than any witchcraft. Now Diana has unwittingly exposed herself to a world she's kept at bay for years; one of powerful witches, creative, destructive daemons and long-lived vampires. Sensing the significance of Diana's discovery, the creatures gather in Oxford, among them the enigmatic Matthew Clairmont, a vampire geneticist. Diana is inexplicably drawn to Matthew and, in a shadowy world of half-truths and old enmities, ties herself to him without fully understanding the ancient line they are crossing. As they begin to unlock the secrets of the manuscript and their feelings for each other deepen, so the fragile balance of peace unravels . . . Fall under the spell of Diana and Matthew in the stunning first volume of the No. 1 internationally bestselling ALL SOULS series. _______________________________ Readers love A Discovery of Witches: 'A masterpiece' Reader Review ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Bewitches you and doesn't set you free' Reader Review ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'One of the best books I have ever read' Reader Review ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ______________________________ Read the ALL SOULS series in full: Book 1 : A Discovery of Witches Book 2: Shadow of Night Book 3: The Book of Life Book 4: Time's Convert Book 5: The Black Bird Oracle

'A riveting thriller with nonstop action' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Full of rollercoaster twists and turns' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A compelling mix of history, mystery, and high-stakes action' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ Former Justice Department operative, Cotton Malone, is called to Sweden when the younger sister of King Wilhelm is kidnapped. The ransom demand? Hand over an 800-year-old book, the Codex Gigas, the largest illuminated medieval manuscript in the world. Claimed as war loot from Bohemia in 1648, it's been kept in Stockholm for nearly 400 years. Along the way it also acquired another more mysterious moniker: The Devil's Bible. Now the Czech Republic wants the codex back, and Sweden has agreed to return it, but forces are at work to stop that deal from happening. The likely instigator? Russia. Who is also top of the list for possible kidnappers. It's up to Cotton and Cassiopeia Vitt to locate the king's sister, secure the codex, and thwart the Russians. Yet nothing is as it seems. Trusted allies become hostile enemies. Long-standing enemies suddenly shift into partners. Making matters worse an array of conflicting personalities re-emerge from Cotton's past, transforming an already chaotic international situation into something far more personal and deadly. From the cobbled streets of Stockholm with its placid waterways and picturesque islands, to the hostile skies over the Baltic Sea, and finally onto a fabled 16th century Swedish warship, Cotton and Cassiopeia come face-to-face with the unthinkable - changing both of their lives forever. From celebrated New York Times bestselling author Steve Berry, don't miss the next action-packed Cotton Malone novel, perfect for fans of Dan Brown and David Baldacci! Readers LOVE the Cotton Malone series: 'My kind of thriller' Dan Brown 'Steve Berry has a great way of bringing history into the present and entwining it with a great story that keeps you turning the pages right until the last one' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Berry raises this genre's stakes' The New York Times 'Steve Berry turns historical facts into thrillers set in today's world that will keep you going all night!' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love this guy' Lee Child 'Ahhhh! So good to have Cotton back! It's been too long!' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'As always with Steve Berry, you're educated about significant things while your knuckles are turning white and the pages are flying by' David Baldacci 'If you like fast paced action along with intriguing history, Steve Berry consistently delivers' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿

Never underestimate your actions – even the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. That's the power of kindness.From Marcus Rashford MBE and Carl Anka, the bestselling authors of You Are a Champion, comes the inspiring and positive follow-up, You Can Do It: How to Find Your Voice and Make a Difference.Marcus uses the power of his voice to shine a light on the injustices that he cares passionately about, and now he wants to help YOU find the power in yours! From surrounding yourself with the right team, to showing kindness to those around you, to celebrating and championing difference, You Can Do It shows you that your voice really does matter and that you can do anything you put your mind to. You don't have to be an International footballer to make a difference – even the smallest changes can have the biggest impact.Packed with more inspiring stories from Marcus's own life, brilliant advice, and top-tips from social justice educator Shannon Weber, this book will show you how to use your voice and make a difference in this world.Shows kids how to:- Be kind to yourself – you can't change the world unless you look after yourself first!- Be kind to other people- That there's no such thing as normal – and it's GOOD to be different- Celebrate and champion difference- Use your voice to make a change- Bounce back- Appreciate the squad- Always be a team playerPraise for the number one bestselling You Are a Champion, from parents on social media:'Perfect way to get your kids reading - get them a book by their hero!''Both lads smashing through Marcus Rashford's new book for kids. What a great role model for the next generation coming through.''What a brilliant, inspiring book that couldn't have come at a better time! You're a legend & a fantastic role model.'

"Thriller writing at its best." --Midwest Book Review (Any Means Necessary) From the #1 bestselling and USA Today bestselling author Jack Mars (with over 10,000 five-star reviews) comes a groundbreaking new political thriller series: when the President of the United States or his family are threatened, it is up to Jake Mercer, former Marine sniper turned Secret Service agent, to protect them from dangers—both foreign and domestic. When Paris falls prey to a ruthless bio-terrorist, Secret Service Agent Jake Mercer must race against time to prevent a deadly pandemic, and to protect world leaders—including the President of the United States. "Thriller enthusiasts who relish the precise execution of an international thriller, but who seek the psychological depth and believability of a protagonist who simultaneously fields professional and personal life challenges, will find this a gripping story that's hard to put down." --Midwest Book Review, Diane Donovan (regarding Any Means Necessary) "One of the best thrillers I have read this year. The plot is intelligent and will keep you hooked from the beginning. The author did a superb job creating a set of characters who are fully developed and very much enjoyable. I can hardly wait for the sequel." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Any Means Necessary) ABSOLUTE DAMAGE is the second book in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jack Mars, whose books have received over 10,000 five-star reviews and ratings. The series begins with ABSOLUTE THREAT (book #1). A gripping and unpredictable political thriller, the Jake Mercer series is a page-turning action series that will leave you unable to put it down. This fresh and exciting action hero will have you turning pages late into the night, and fans of Brad Taylor, Vince Flynn, and Tom Clancy are sure to fall in love. Future books in the series are also available!

10 Full Writing Practice Sets, Built for the Current TOEFL iBT Format The TOEFL iBT Writing section changed in 2026, and since I'm a teacher who wants you to actually pass it, I built this book around exactly what the current exam tests - three task types, scored the way ETS scores them now, with no outdated question types taking up space you don't need. What's Inside Each Set Every one of the 10 full practice sets includes: * Task 1 - Build a Sentence: word-scramble sentence construction items that train grammar and word order under time pressure * Task 2 - Write an Email: a real-world scenario prompt, timed exactly like the actual test (7 minutes) * Task 3 - Write for an Academic Discussion: a professor's question plus two classmate responses, with a 10-minute, 100+ word original response - the same format and word-count pressure test-takers face on exam day >That's 10 sets, 3 tasks each - 120 timed writing tasks in total, all original content written specifically for this book. Plus: Angel's Writing Toolkit Once you've worked through the 10 practice sets, the book includes a bonus toolkit built from what actually costs students points on this section: * Phrase banks for both the Email and Academic Discussion tasks - ready-to-use openings, transitions, and closings so you're never staring at a blank screen * The 60-Second Final Check - the 7 specific errors that cost students the most points, with a final-minute checklist to run before you submit >The Toolkit is a bonus on top of the 10 core practice sets - not a substitute for them. The practice sets are the heart of this book. One Book, Full Exam Coverage - Or Add the Rest of the Series This is Book 4 of a complete four-book series covering every section of the TOEFL iBT: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. Angel's Reading Preparation, Angel's Listening Preparation, and Angel's Speaking Preparation (with free original audio) are built the same way - exam-accurate, original content, and priced so a full four-section prep doesn't cost what official materials do. Why This Book I've been teaching English since 2014 and founded FluentMinds, where I create resources to help students preparing for international exams like the TOEFL - wherever they're studying from. This book focuses on exactly what the current exam tests - nothing more, nothing less. TOEFL(R) is a registered trademark of Educational Testing Service (ETS). This product is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by ETS.

The remarkable story of how Joe Foster developed Reebok into one of the world's most famous sports brands, having started from a small factory in Bolton. Since the late 19th century, the Foster family had been hand-making running shoes, supplying the likes of Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams - later immortalised in the film Chariots of Fire - as well as providing boots to most Football League clubs. But a family feud between Foster's father and uncle about the direction of their business led to Joe and his brother Jeff setting up a new company, inspired by the success of Adidas and Puma, and so Reebok was born . At first, money was so short that Joe and his wife had to live in their rundown factory, while the machinery that made the shoes was placed around the edge of the floor, because it was so weak it could have collapsed if they'd been positioned in the middle. But, from this inauspicious start, a major new player in the sports equipment field began to emerge, inspired by Joe's marketing vision. By the 1980s, Reebok had become a global phenomenon , when they were the first to latch onto the potential of the aerobics craze inspired by Jane Fonda . Soon, Reeboks were being seen on Hollywood red carpets and even in the film Aliens , where Sigourney Weaver wore a pair of Reebok Alien Stompers. Like the international bestseller Shoe Dog , by Nike's Phil Knight, Shoemaker is a powerful tale of triumph against all the odds , revealing the challenges and sacrifices that go into creating a world-beating brand; it is also the story of how a small local business can transform itself , with the right products and the right vision, into something much, much bigger.

UPDATED TO REFLECT CURRENT EVENTS! In this fascinating New York Times bestseller—fully revised to reflect the events of our current world—award-winning journalist Tim Marshall uses ten maps of crucial regions to explain how physical landscapes influence geopolitical strategies of world leaders, showing “how geography shapes not just history but destiny” (Newsweek). Maps have always captivated us, offering insights not only into our destinations but also into the broader world. Yet, when it comes to understanding geopolitics, many overlook the fundamental role of geography. All leaders of nations are constrained by geography—their choices limited by mountains, rivers, deserts, and seas. Now in “one of the best books about geopolitics” (The Evening Standard)—journalist Tim Marshall reveals the profound influence of geography on global politics, offering a compelling lens through which to understand the seismic shifts reshaping international relations. Through ten up-to-date maps, Marshall explores the landscapes and climates that constrain and empower nations across key parts of the globe, from Russia’s vast tundras to China’s mountainous borders, Africa’s deserts to the Arctic’s shifting ice. Taking a deep dive into the key flashpoints defining our world today—including the Russia-Ukraine war and the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict—Marshall unpacks the shifting dynamics of the New Middle East, China’s bold moves to expand its global influence, including its growing interest in Taiwan, and how America’s pivot to the Pacific is reshaping alliances. And Europe’s tilt towards extreme politics, increased defense spending, and the future role of NATO, paint a dramatic picture of a continent in flux. An essential read for anyone interested in the interplay between geography and global politics, this fully revised edition of Prisoners of Geography offers a vivid look at the forces driving our increasingly complex world.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From Academy Award winner and bestselling author Diane Keaton comes a candid, hilarious, and deeply affecting look at beauty, aging, and the importance of staying true to yourself-no matter what anyone else thinks. Diane Keaton has spent a lifetime coloring outside the lines of the conventional notion of beauty. In Let's Just Say It Wasn't Pretty, she shares the wisdom she's accumulated through the years as a mother, daughter, actress, artist, and international style icon. This is a book only Diane Keaton could write-a smart and funny chronicle of the ups and downs of living and working in a world obsessed with beauty. In her one-of-a-kind voice, Keaton offers up a message of empowerment for anyone who's ever dreamed of kicking back against the "should"s and "supposed to"s that undermine our pursuit of beauty in all its forms. From a mortifying encounter with a makeup artist who tells her she needs to get her eyes fixed to an awkward excursion to Victoria's Secret with her teenage daughter, Keaton shares funny and not-so-funny moments from her life in and out of the public eye. For Diane Keaton, being beautiful starts with being true to who you are, and in this book she also offers self-knowing commentary on the bold personal choices she's made through the years: the wide-brimmed hats, outrageous shoes, and all-weather turtlenecks that have made her an inspiration to anyone who cherishes truly individual style-and catnip to paparazzi worldwide. She recounts her experiences with the many men in her life-including Warren Beatty, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino, and Sam Shepard-shows how our ideals of beauty change as we age, and explains why a life well lived may be the most beautiful thing of all. Wryly observant and as fiercely original as Diane Keaton herself, Let's Just Say It Wasn't Pretty is a head-turner of a book that holds up a mirror to our beauty obsessions-and encourages us to like what we see. Praise for Let's Just Say It Wasn't Pretty "Behind the sterling movie credits and tomboyish wardrobe, we see a soulful and deep woman contemplating the narrative arc of her own life."-Newsweek "Delicious writing . . . This book is like a dishy lunch with the movie star you thought you'd never be lucky enough to meet. . . . Diane Keaton is in a class by herself and this book is good for the soul."-Liz Smith, Chicago Tribune "She's talented, iconic, quirky . . . and wonderfully blunt. This is just a small sampling of the reasons we love Diane Keaton, and they all permeate the pages of her new memoir."-Elle "As disarming and personable as the actress herself."-The Huffington Post "Wise, witty, thoughtful, uplifting, the truth, unvarnished-and very funny."-Toronto Star

**The multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series** Discover the incredible story of Cristiano Ronaldo, an inspirational athlete, global megastar, and one of the world’s greatest footballers. Born on the island of Madeira in Portugal, Cristiano grew up playing football from a very young age. With determination and self-belief, he pursued his dream of becoming a professional player, overcoming setbacks and challenges—including surgery for a heart condition called tachycardia—along the way. From his first matches in local clubs to international stardom, his journey shows the power of hard work, resilience, and courage. This inspiring book introduces children to Ronaldo’s record-breaking career, including three consecutive Premier League titles with Manchester United, victories in the Champions League and Club World Cup, and his record transfer to Real Madrid in 2009. Ronaldo’s remarkable, record-breaking career is a story of hard work and determination, one that is sure to resonate with young sports fans, inspiring them to dream big and believe that anything is possible. Ronaldo is also known for his charity work, using his fame to raise awareness and help good causes.¿ Young readers will learn how he followed his passion, never gave up, and became a role model for millions around the world, both on and off the pitch. This inspirational book also features dynamic illustrations and¿ extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the athlete’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets . Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! Select praise for the New York Times Bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series: “…cute and quirky…”– USA Today, in praise of Dolly Parton “…address[es] not only setbacks but also their strength to persevere and reach their goals.”– Buzzfeed, in praise of RuPaul “…introduc[es] kids to important figures in Latinx history.” – Good Housekeeping, in praise of Frida Kahlo “…[an] extraordinary series…” – TheEverymom, in praise of Mindy Kaling “…a fabulous way to teach little ones about the extraordinary lives of influential people…”—Town & Country, in praise of Vincent Van Gogh “…particularly great for this age…” – NY Magazine, in praise of Prince “…encourages kids to dream big to ‘achieve incredible things.’” – Rolling Stone, in praise of Kamala Harris

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