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** PRE-ORDER THE FIRE, KRISTIN HANNAH'S NEW NOVEL, COMING MAY 2027 **'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads SingFrom the multimillion-copy number one bestselling author of The Women, The Nightingale and The Four Winds, Home Front is a provocative and timely portrait of hope, honour, loss, forgiveness and the elusive nature of love.An intimate look at the inner landscape of a disintegrating marriage and a dramatic exploration of the price of war.'It's not intentions that matter. It's actions. My drill instructor used to say that all the time. We are what we do and say, not what we intend to'From a distance, Michael and Jolen Zarkades seem to have it all: a solid dependable marriage, exciting careers and children they adore. But after twelve blissful years together, the couple has lost their way. They are unhappy and edging towards divorce.Then an unexpected deployment tears their already fragile family apart, sending one of them deep into harm's way and leaving the other at home, caring for the children and waiting for news. When the worst happens, each must face their darkest fear and fight for the future of their family.Praise for Kristin Hannah:'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' – Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry'Moving and unforgettable' – Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo'A classic storyteller' – Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library

On Mystic Lake is an emotional, moving and poignant story about love, loss and beginning again from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale. 'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens , author of Where the Crawdads Sing Annie Colwater's only child has just left home for school in England. On that same day, her husband of twenty years confesses that he's in love with a younger woman. Left alone in the beautiful California house which was once a home, Annie comes to the painful realization that the years have eroded not just her confidence but also her self-esteem, and she's no longer the woman she once was. Devastated, Annie retreats to Mystic, the remote lakeside town in the Pacific Northwest where she grew up, hoping that she can start to rebuild her life and rediscover herself. There, she is reunited with her first love, Nick Delacroix, recently widowed and trying to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter. Together, the three of them begin to heal. But just when Annie believes she's been given a second chance at happiness, her world is turned upside down again and she is forced to make a choice that no woman in love should ever have to make. Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'Moving and unforgettable' - Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'A classic storyteller' - Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library

"A stunning collection that lingers in the mind and heart" Ruth Ozeki "I've been yearning for the whole world to read Kim Choyeop and fall in love with her as I did" Bora Chung, author of Cursed Bunny and The Midnight Timetable FOR FANS OF DALLERGUT DREAM DEPARTMENT STORE AND CURSED BUNNY... Meet the alien species that put the humanity into human beings Discover the fate of Slefonia III once warp travel became obsolete Visit the Mind Library to commune with the dead Purchase sadness as a stone and anger as a paperweight Kim Choyeop became an instant literary sensation in Korea with her debut short story collection. Each of these bitesize speculative masterpieces represents a journey into the unknown, guided by a writer blessed with a boundless imagination. From alternative futures to distant alien planets, in the company of scientists, space explorers and ordinary citizens in extraordinary situations, she revels in making the impossible seem not only possible but somehow inevitable. Traversing the bounds of imagination with an ethereal incisiveness, her stories dismantle the borders between normal and abnormal, material and abstract, earthly and otherworldly. With unforgettable inventiveness and pathos, If We Cannot Go at the Speed of Light heralds the arrival of an essential voice in contemporary fiction. Translated from the Korean by Anton Hur NETGALLEY READERS ARE LOVING IF WE CANNOT GO AT THE SPEED OF LIGHT: 'I genuinely can't find the words to say how much these stories moved me' 'What a strong collection of stories!!! I truly enjoyed every single one of these' 'This is the first short story collection I've ever rated five stars' 'An experience that felt, at once, strangely equal parts meditative and cathartic, and I had a wonderful time. I highly recommend it' 'You really need to read these stories. And then you can curl up in quiet contemplation about what you just read' 'I NEED MORE'

'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads Sing From the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale, On Mystic Lake is an emotional, moving and poignant story about love, loss and beginning again. Annie Colwater's only child has just left home for school in England. On that same day, her husband of twenty years confesses that he's in love with a younger woman. Left alone in the beautiful California house which was once a home, Annie comes to the painful realization that the years have eroded not just her confidence but also her self-esteem, and she's no longer the woman she once was. Devastated, Annie retreats to Mystic, the remote lakeside town in the Pacific Northwest where she grew up, hoping that she can start to rebuild her life and rediscover herself. There, she is reunited with her first love, Nick Delacroix, recently widowed and trying to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter. Together, the three of them begin to heal. But just when Annie believes she's been given a second chance at happiness, her world is turned upside down again and she is forced to make a choice that no woman in love should ever have to make. Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid , bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus , bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'Moving and unforgettable' - Christy Lefteri , bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'A classic storyteller' - Matt Haig , bestselling author of The Midnight Library ** PRE-ORDER THE FIRE, KRISTIN HANNAH'S NEW NOVEL, COMING MAY 2027 **

From the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale. Winter Garden is a moving, haunting and compelling novel illuminating the intricacy of mother-daughter bonds and the enduring links between past and present. 'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens , author of Where the Crawdads Sing 'Every choice changed the road you were on and it was too easy to end up going in the wrong direction' Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her family and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and travelled the world to become a famous photojournalist. But these two estranged women and their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, come together at their father's deathbed to hear the one last promise he extracts from the women in his life. It begins with a story like no other: a captivating, mysterious love story that spans sixty-five years and moves from war-torn Leningrad in the 1940s to modern-day Alaska. One so unexpected and extraordinary that, when Meredith and Nina finally learn the secrets of their mother's past, they will uncover a truth so terrible that it will shake the very foundations of the family and who they think they are. Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing' - Taylor Jenkins Reid , author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Powerful' - Matt Haig , author of The Midnight Library 'A rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival' - Kate Morton , author of Homecoming 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus , author of Lessons in Chemistry ** PRE-ORDER THE FIRE, KRISTIN HANNAH'S NEW NOVEL, COMING MAY 2027 **

Beautifully read by Julia Whelan, narrator of The Women by Kristin Hannah and Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.On Mystic Lake is an emotional, moving and poignant story about love, loss and beginning again from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale.'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' – Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads SingAnnie Colwater's only child has just left home for school in England. On that same day, her husband of twenty years confesses that he's in love with a younger woman. Left alone in the beautiful California house which was once a home, Annie comes to the painful realization that the years have eroded not just her confidence but also her self-esteem, and she's no longer the woman she once was.Devastated, Annie retreats to Mystic, the remote lakeside town in the Pacific Northwest where she grew up, hoping that she can start to rebuild her life and rediscover herself. There, she is reunited with her first love, Nick Delacroix, recently widowed and trying to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter. Together, the three of them begin to heal. But just when Annie believes she's been given a second chance at happiness, her world is turned upside down again and she is forced to make a choice that no woman in love should ever have to make.Praise for Kristin Hannah:'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' – Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' – Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry'Moving and unforgettable' – Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo'A classic storyteller' – Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library

One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads SingFrom the multimillion copy number one bestselling author of The Women, The Nightingale and The Four Winds, Wild is a remarkable story about the resilience of the human spirit, the triumph of hope and the promise of new beginnings.'Don't take peace for granted, he'd said to her often. It can shatter like glass'In the rugged Pacific Northwest of the United States lies the Olympic National Forest – a vast expanse of impenetrable darkness and impossible beauty. From deep within this mysterious woodland, a six-year-old girl appears. Speechless and alone, she offers no clue as to her identity, no hint of her past.Having retreated to her hometown after a scandal left her career in ruins, child psychiatrist Dr Julia Cates begins working with the extraordinary little girl. Naming her Alice, Julia is determined to free her from a prison of unimaginable fear and isolation, and discover the truth about Alice's past. The shocking facts of Alice's life test the limits of Julia's faith and strength, even as she struggles to make a home for Alice – and find a new one for herself.Praise for Kristin Hannah:'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' – Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry'Moving and unforgettable' – Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo'A classic storyteller' – Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library****Here's what fans love about Wild:'I was moved to tears and devoured this book in a day''Couldn't put it down''Gritty and thought-provoking

'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens, bestselling author of Where the Crawdads Sing From the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Women and The Nightingale, Summer Island is a poignant, warm and tender novel about a mother and daughter: the complex ties that bind them, the past that separates them, and the healing that comes with forgiveness. Years ago, Nora Bridge walked out on her marriage and left her daughters behind. She has since become a famous radio talk-show host and newspaper columnist beloved for her moral advice, while her youngest daughter, Ruby, is a struggling comedian who uses her famous mother as fuel for her bitter, cynical humour. When the tabloids unearth a scandalous secret from Nora's past, their estrangement suddenly becomes dramatic. After Nora is injured in an accident, a glossy magazine offers Ruby a fortune to write a tell-all about her mother and Ruby returns home under the pretext of taking care of the woman she hasn't spoken to for almost a decade. Nora insists they retreat to Summer Island, to the lovely old house on the water where Ruby grew up; a place filled with childhood memories of love and joy and belonging. There, Ruby is also reunited with her first love and his brother. Once, the three of them had been best friends; inseparable. Until the summer that Nora left, and everyone's hearts were broken . . . Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid , bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus , bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'Moving and unforgettable' - Christy Lefteri , bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'A classic storyteller' - Matt Haig , bestselling author of The Midnight Library ** PRE-ORDER THE FIRE, KRISTIN HANNAH'S NEW NOVEL, COMING MAY 2027 **

'One of the greatest storytellers of our time' - Delia Owens , author of Where the Crawdads Sing From the multimillion copy number one bestselling author of The Women, The Nightingale and The Four Winds, Wild is a remarkable story about the resilience of the human spirit, the triumph of hope and the promise of new beginnings. 'Don't take peace for granted, he'd said to her often. It can shatter like glass' In the rugged Pacific Northwest of the United States lies the Olympic National Forest - a vast expanse of impenetrable darkness and impossible beauty. From deep within this mysterious woodland, a six-year-old girl appears. Speechless and alone, she offers no clue as to her identity, no hint of her past. Having retreated to her hometown after a scandal left her career in ruins, child psychiatrist Dr Julia Cates begins working with the extraordinary little girl. Naming her Alice, Julia is determined to free her from a prison of unimaginable fear and isolation, and discover the truth about Alice's past. The shocking facts of Alice's life test the limits of Julia's faith and strength, even as she struggles to make a home for Alice - and find a new one for herself. Praise for Kristin Hannah: 'Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six 'Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism' - Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry 'Moving and unforgettable' - Christy Lefteri , bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo 'A classic storyteller' - Matt Haig , bestselling author of The Midnight Library **** Here's what readers love about Wild: 'I was moved to tears and devoured this book in a day' 'Couldn't put it down' 'Gritty and thought-provoking' Published in the US as Magic Hour

One of E! News' 13 Books to Read This September One of Bookish's Debuts to Read in the Second Half of 2021 One of Medium's Best Releases Out Today "Hazel Hayes writes with such honesty and casual confidence and flowing dialogue, you feel you are overhearing it rather than reading it. The writing sparkles with wit and a poignant emotional reality. I love it."-Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library "A smart, touching, time-bending romance. Funny and affecting."-David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet Sorrow For anyone who has loved and lost, and lived to tell the tale, this gorgeously written debut is a love story told in reverse, a modern novel with the heart of a classic: truthful, tragic, and ultimately full of hope. Out of Love begins at the end. A couple call it quits after nearly five years, and while holding a box of her ex-boyfriend's belongings, the young woman wonders: How could they have spent so long together? When did they fall out of love? Were there good times before the bad? These are the questions we obsess over when a relationship ends, even when obsessing can do no good. But instead of moving forward through the emotional fallout of a break-up, Out of Love moves backward in time, weaving together an already unraveled tapestry, from tragic ending to magical first kiss. Each chapter jumps further into the past, mining their history for the days and details that might help us understand love; how it happens and why it sometimes falls apart. Readers of Normal People; Goodbye, Vitamin; and One Day will adore this bittersweet romance, a sparkling debut that you won't want to miss.

One of E! News' 13 Books to Read This September One of Bookish's Debuts to Read in the Second Half of 2021 One of Medium's Best Releases Out Today Hazel Hayes writes with such honesty and casual confidence and flowing dialogue, you feel you are overhearing it rather than reading it. The writing sparkles with wit and a poignant emotional reality. I love it. Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library A smart, touching, time-bending romance. Funny and affecting. David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet Sorrow For anyone who has loved and lost, and lived to tell the tale, this gorgeously written debut is a love story told in reverse, a modern novel with the heart of a classic: truthful, tragic, and ultimately full of hope. Out of Love begins at the end. A couple call it quits after nearly five years, and while holding a box of her ex-boyfriend s belongings, the young woman wonders: How could they have spent so long together? When did they fall out of love? Were there good times before the bad? These are the questions we obsess over when a relationship ends, even when obsessing can do no good. But instead of moving forward through the emotional fallout of a break-up, Out of Love moves backward in time, weaving together an already unraveled tapestry, from tragic ending to magical first kiss. Each chapter jumps further into the past, mining their history for the days and details that might help us understand love; how it happens and why it sometimes falls apart. Readers of Normal People; Goodbye, Vitamin; and One Day will adore this bittersweet romance, a sparkling debut that you won t want to miss.

Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting story about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day. This special collector’s edition features an exclusive short story, a letter from the author, and a stunning stepback cover with a brand-new design. #1 New York Times bestseller * four starred reviews * A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * A Booklist Editors' Choice * A Bustle Best YA Novel * A Paste Magazine Best YA Book * A Book Riot Best Queer Book * A BuzzFeed Best YA Book of the Year * A BookPage Best YA Book of the Year On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They’re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they’re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There’s an app for that. It’s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure—to live a lifetime in a single day. In the tradition of Before I Fall and If I Stay, They Both Die at the End is a tour de force from acclaimed author Adam Silvera, whose debut, More Happy Than Not, the New York Times called "profound." Plus don't miss The First to Die at the End: #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera returns to the universe of international phenomenon They Both Die at the End in this prequel. New star-crossed lovers are put to the test on the first day of Death-Cast’s fateful calls. One day to live. One last chance to find a connection. A Fateful Day: What would you do if you got the call? For Mateo and Rufus, it means finding a stranger on the Last Friend app to share their final hours. Opposites Attract: A shy, sheltered boy and a street-smart foster kid meet for their first and last date, determined to live a lifetime of adventure in a single day. Found Family: From Rufus's loyal foster brothers, the Plutos, to the unforgettable bond formed in just a few hours, this story celebrates the families we choose. A BookTok Sensation: Discover the #1 New York Times bestseller that broke hearts around the world and became a viral phenomenon.

Adam Silvera reminds us that there’s no life without death and no love without loss in this devastating yet uplifting #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon about two people whose lives change over the course of one unforgettable day. This special collector’s edition will feature a never-before-seen short story, a letter from the author, and a gorgeous special effect on the cover. On September 5, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: They’re going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they’re both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: There’s an app for that. It’s called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure—to live a lifetime in a single day. #1 New York Times bestseller * four starred reviews * A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * A Kirkus Best Book of the Year * A Booklist Editors' Choice * A Bustle Best YA Novel * A Paste Magazine Best YA Book * A Book Riot Best Queer Book * A BuzzFeed Best YA Book of the Year * A BookPage Best YA Book of the Year Plus don't miss The First to Die at the End: #1 New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera returns to the universe of They Both Die at the End in this prequel. New star-crossed lovers are put to the test on the first day of Death-Cast’s fateful calls. Friends to Lovers: Two strangers, one app, and an instant connection. Can Mateo and Rufus find love and support on their last day on Earth? An Unforgettable Tearjerker: Join millions of readers and find out why this devastatingly beautiful story became a BookTok phenomenon that will make you cry, then call your best friend. High-Concept Speculative Fiction: What if an app could find you a companion for your final 24 hours? This gripping novel explores mortality and hope through the unforgettable Death-Cast premise. A Lifetime in a Single Day: More than just a sad romance, this is a powerful reminder to make every connection count and live fully, no matter how much time you have left.

'The perfect book to curl up with, whether beach or fireside. I absolutely loved it!' Celia Anderson Book editor Lucy Thomas has just inherited her grandmother's windswept Cornish home, and with it, a library bathed in sunlight, a spiral staircase that leads to secrets, and a battered box filled with unfinished stories... To honour her grandmother's last wish, Lucy must finish what was left undone - and discover the magic hiding between the lines. Filled with warmth, whispers of magic, and the irreplaceable comfort of books, The Secret Library is for anyone who knows how one story can change everything. - PRAISE FOR AMANDA JAMES: 'This was an emotional and heartfelt read and had me invested from the start.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A thoroughly uplifting enjoyable read that will certainly leave you feeling better with the world. Amanda James always seems to write intriguing, sensitive books with that touch of magic and The Midnight Bookshop is no exception.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'To appreciate the book fully you have to leave any preconceived ideas at the first page and open up you mind to a magical world.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This is quite an intriguing and magical story of fantasy and realism [and] in many ways, is a complex novel about relationships and Amanda James successfully weaves magic with realism to create a potent tale in an unforgettable way.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The book underscores the importance of community and self-reflection, especially in a time when many people feel isolated or overwhelmed.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book had me rooting for all three of them and didn't disappoint.' ¿¿¿¿¿ '[Amanda James'] writing so beautifully captured all the emotions throughout the novel.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Those who enjoy [magical realism] are going to love the fairytale aspects of this charming, well-written book with its uplifting message and sweet romance.' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The Secret Library - A place where everything is possible - even the impossible.' Christine Stovell

Captured and held prisoner, Ashlyn and her friends are told their fight has been a lie. They'll have to decide who and what to trust if they want to escape. "This YA horror is perfect for fans of Stranger Things or the Nightmare on Elm Street movies.”—School Library Journal Ashlyn and her friends thought the worst they had to deal with were the monsters hunting them every night. They were wrong. Abducted by a mysterious group, the teens are told the monsters they're fighting aren't real, that they're all just sick. But if that's true, why do phantoms still appear at midnight? Could the doctors claiming to help them be part of something more sinister? This volume collects episodes 62-96 of the hit WEBTOON with over 250 million views, School Bus Graveyard. Featuring additional artwork from the author, this will be a must-have for fans!

The magical, heartbreaking and life-affirming new novel from Richard & Judy BESTSELLER Linda Green. Perfect for fans of Matt Haig's The Midnight Library, Mike Gayle and Ruth Jones! 🤍 'Wonderfully executed, unique, clever and hilarious... Linda Green is absolutely at the top of her game.' Mike Gayle How would you live your life differently, if you had a second chance? Emily, Carl and Jules have all 'gone before their time'. After dying on the same day in Halifax, West Yorkshire, they each wake up in a room in a hotel on the outskirts of town. They're instructed to meet in the basement headquarters of film production company 'End Credits', where no-nonsense producer Suzi tells them their lives have been secretly filmed and they must edit their own biopic before they are able to move on. There are only three rules: they can't prevent their own deaths or anyone else's, they can't kill anyone but they can make a director's cut - one change which will alter everything that comes after. With the chance to undo their regrets and explore life's infinite possibilities, what will they choose? Praise for Linda Green: 'If I Had My Time Again is an afterlife novel unlike anything I've read before. Full of charming humour, genuinely heart-wrenching scenes and brilliantly drawn characters, it's a real celebration of living your life to the full and following your heart.' bestselling author Laura Pearson 'I tore through this heartwarming, emotional and thought-provoking book in two sittings. It has Linda Green's signature humour and adorably quirky characters, and a pitch-perfect poignancy that will stay with me for a long time to come.' Lisa Timoney 'BRILLIANT... Linda writes with warmth and compassion, but I also love her humour' Clare Swatman 'Linda Green is bloody brilliant!' Amanda Prowse 'The story was beautiful - and [Linda's] warmth and wit remind me of the brilliant Victoria Wood.' Clare Swatman 'I don't think I could have loved this book more! Linda Green's characters have such personality and warmth that they soon feel like friends.' Kate Storey 'Heart-warming and inspiring: a great read' Katie Fforde 'I felt so invested in the characters' lives' Lucy Diamond 'Warm, wise and very moving' Araminta Hall 'A rollercoaster adventure full of inspiration, hope and sometimes tears.' Reader Review 'Best book I've read in years! It may be because I'm from Yorkshire or because I'm a mum that I felt such an affinity to the characters in this book but I dare you not to enjoy it. It has everything.' Reader Review

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A woman inherits a pawnshop where you can sell your regrets, and then embarks on a magical quest when a charming young physicist wanders into the shop, in this dreamlike fantasy novel. FEATURES A UNIQUE ORIGAMI JACKET that folds into a boat, joining the characters in an enchanting way. The jacket artwork is also printed directly onto the hardcover case underneath. “Race through a lush world of pure wonder and romance—kites made of wishes that become stars, origami that holds time in its folds, and a night market in the clouds—in this lovely, cozy fantasy reminiscent of Erin Morgenstern's The Starless Sea.”—Booklist (starred review) A LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets. Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it. Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds. But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back. “Highly recommended . . . Readers who have been swept up in the cozy charm of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi and The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee will fall hard for the mix of magical realism, fantasy mystery, and star-crossed romance.”—Library Journal (starred review)

This book contains a collection of sixty poetic works from my thoughts and ideas. May you find what you are looking for within this Bag of Lost Marbles. I reached out with my mind, body, and soul to all the things around me. Words rolled in quickly like cerebral marbles of everything I found. Within moments they spilled out of the bag upon the table becoming a sprawled out pattern of a tarot card's message. Very soon I found myself burning away midnight oil of the candlelight as the scrolls began to fill my own library. A rush of excitement empowered me onward knowing that these gems and marbles were out of my head. I thought every individual could benefit from this new found insight in their own personal way.

High school was hard enough before Ashlyn got cursed on a field trip. Now, in this fast-paced graphic novel, she must lead a rag-tag group of classmates to survive murderous phantoms. "This YA horror is perfect for fans of Stranger Things or the Nightmare on Elm Street movies.”—School Library Journal Ashlyn has always been a loner, and she likes it that way. However, she’s forced to make allies fast when after a high school field trip goes horribly wrong. She and a few others now see a monstrous phantom invisible to everyone else. Thankfully, it doesn’t seem to be able to hurt them. Until midnight that is, when the skies turn red, and Ashlyn finds herself in a world of murderous ghosts. To survive, she’ll need to trust her classmates and uncover the secret of the curse, but can she survive long enough to do it? This volume collects episodes 1-32 of the hit WEBTOON with over 250 million views, School Bus Graveyard. Featuring additional artwork from the author, this will be a must-have for fans!

High school was hard enough before Ashlyn got cursed on a field trip. Now, in this fast-paced graphic novel, she must lead a rag-tag group of classmates to survive murderous phantoms. "This YA horror is perfect for fans of Stranger Things or the Nightmare on Elm Street movies.”—School Library Journal Ashlyn has always been a loner, and she likes it that way. However, she’s forced to make allies fast when after a high school field trip goes horribly wrong. She and a few others now see a monstrous phantom invisible to everyone else. Thankfully, it doesn’t seem to be able to hurt them. Until midnight that is, when the skies turn red, and Ashlyn finds herself in a world of murderous ghosts. To survive, she’ll need to trust her classmates and uncover the secret of the curse, but can she survive long enough to do it? This volume collects episodes 1-32 of the hit WEBTOON with over 250 million views, School Bus Graveyard. Featuring additional artwork from the author, this will be a must-have for fans!

A New York Times Bestseller A "page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end" (School Library Journal) about a road trip in a snowstorm that turns into bone-chilling disaster, from New York Times bestselling mystery author and "master of tension" (BCCB) Natalie D. Richards. She thought being stranded was the worst thing that could happen. She was wrong. Mira needs to get home for the holidays. Badly. But when an incoming blizzard results in a canceled connecting flight, it looks like she might get stuck at the airport indefinitely. And then Harper, Mira's glamorous seatmate from her initial flight, offers her a ride. Harper and her three friends can drop Mira off on their way home. But as they set off, Mira realizes fellow travelers are all total strangers. And every one of them is hiding something. Soon, roads go from slippery to terrifying. People's belongings are mysteriously disappearing. Someone in the car is clearly lying, and may even be sabotaging the trip-but why? And can Mira make it home alive, or will this nightmare drive turn fatal? Praise for Five Total Strangers: "A twisty thrill ride that will leave you breathless. I stayed up after midnight just to see how it all ended."-April Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Girl, Stolen "Richards is a master of tension. Suspense fans will get all the ups-and-downs of a well-paced narrative, but they may never want to drive on a snowy road again."-BCCB "A page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Just the kind of fun book one needs for a hot summer day or a cold winter's night."-School Library Journal on Five Total Strangers "High thrill factor."-Booklist Also by Natalie D. Richards: Six Months Later Gone Too Far My Secret to Tell One Was Lost We All Fall Down What You Hide

How do you find yourself after you lose the one you loved the most? NATIONAL BESTSELLER Grieving the loss of her best friend, a young woman’s life is turned upside down when she meets a grumpy stranger who swears he can help her live again, in this heartwarming, slow-burn romance by the author of Ready or Not. A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: NPR, Elle, Library Journal, New York Public Library, Seattle Times Lenny’s a bit of a mess at the moment. Ever since cancer stole away her best friend, she has been completely lost. She’s avoiding her concerned parents, the apartment she shared with her best friend, and the ever-laminated “live again” list of things she’s promised to do to survive her grief. But maybe if she acts like she has it all together, no one will notice she’s falling apart. The only gigs she can handle right now are temporary babysitting jobs, and she just landed a great one, helping overworked, single mom Reese and her precocious daughter, Ainsley. The only catch: Ainsley’s uncle, Miles, always seems to be around, and is kind of. . . a walking version of the grumpy cat meme. Worse – he seems to be able to see right through her. Surprisingly, Miles knows a lot about grief and he offers Lenny a proposition. He’ll help her complete everything on her “live again” list if she’ll help him connect with Ainsley and overcome his complicated relationship with Reese. Lenny doubts anything can fill the void her best friend has left behind, but between late night ferry rides, midnight ramen, and a well-placed shoulder whenever she needs it, Miles just won’t stop showing up for her. Turns out, sometimes your life has to end to find your new beginning.

"When you think that life cannot get better, Blake Pierce comes up with another masterpiece of thriller and mystery! This book is full of twists and the end brings a surprising revelation. I strongly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that enjoys a very well written thriller." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Almost Gone) LEFT TO HUNT is book #9 in a new FBI thriller series featuring Adele Sharp (the series begins with LEFT TO DIE, book #1) by USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose #1 bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star reviews. When masked victims turn up dead at midnight balls in Venice, FBI Special Agent Adele Sharp—triple agent of the U.S., France and Germany—is summoned to find the killer before he can strike again. As Adele navigates the historic canals of Venice in her hunt for a killer, she wonders if there is an unseen pattern to the murders. Is it a nod to history? Or merely the work of a deranged mind? An action-packed mystery series of international intrigue and riveting suspense, LEFT TO HUNT will leave you turning pages late into the night. Book #10 in the series—LEFT TO FEAR—is now also available!

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A woman inherits a pawnshop where you can sell your regrets, and then embarks on a magical quest when a charming young physicist wanders into the shop, in this dreamlike fantasy novel. “Race through a lush world of pure wonder and romance—kites made of wishes that become stars, origami that holds time in its folds, and a night market in the clouds—in this lovely, cozy fantasy reminiscent of Erin Morgenstern's The Starless Sea.”—Booklist (starred review) On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets. Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it. Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds. But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back. “Highly recommended . . . Readers who have been swept up in the cozy charm of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi and The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee will fall hard for the mix of magical realism, fantasy mystery, and star-crossed romance.”—Library Journal (starred review)

In Kombination mit dem Wunder der "Midnight Library", der Einfallsreichtum von "Ready Player One" und der Kunstfertigkeit von "Cloud Atlas" erkundet dieser Roman des Bestsellerautors von "The Oracle Year" und "Anyone" die Art und Weise, wie wir alle verbunden sind – und was passieren kann, wenn wir unsere Fähigkeit zur Freude verlieren. In ein paar Jahren, in einer Welt, die unserer ähnlich ist, gibt es eine Art "Depressionsplage", die die Menschen einfach "Das Grau" nennen. Niemand kann vorhersagen, wen es treffen wird oder wie, aber einmal infiziert, gibt es kein Zurück. Eine junge, in Hongkong lebende Wissenschaftlerin, Lily Barnes, versucht, ihr inneres Licht in einer zunehmend dunklen Welt aufrechtzuerhalten. Die Menschheit schrumpft, und Menschen, die kämpfen, um voranzukommen, werden immer seltener. Eines Tages stösst Lily auf etwas, das scheint, als würde es sie direkt ansprechen, sie rufen und sie bitten, einem Weg zu folgen, der zu dem führt, was am Ende liegt. Ist dies das Endlose Gefäss für Glück? Sie lässt ihr Leben hinter sich und begibt sich auf eine Reise durch Zeit und Raum, um es herauszufinden. Von der herzzerreissenden Eröffnungsszene in der Gegenwart im Louvre in Paris über die irdischen Begegnungen zwischen Lily und ihren geliebten Menschen aus Vergangenheit und Gegenwart bis hin zu einem schockierenden und befriedigenden Abschluss in einem wahrhaft verzauberten Wald hat Charles Soule Geschichte, Wissenschaft und Drama kanalisiert, um eine Geschichte für die Ewigkeit zu schaffen – eine Geschichte von Hoffnung, Liebe und Möglichkeiten. Dies ist ein Roman, den Sie nicht so schnell vergessen werden.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A woman inherits a pawnshop where you can sell your regrets, and then embarks on a magical quest when a charming young physicist wanders into the shop, in this dreamlike fantasy novel. “Race through a lush world of pure wonder and romance—kites made of wishes that become stars, origami that holds time in its folds, and a night market in the clouds—in this lovely, cozy fantasy reminiscent of Erin Morgenstern's The Starless Sea.”—Booklist (starred review) On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets. Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it. Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds. But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back. “Highly recommended . . . Readers who have been swept up in the cozy charm of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi and The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee will fall hard for the mix of magical realism, fantasy mystery, and star-crossed romance.”—Library Journal (starred review)

A New York Times Bestseller A "page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end" (School Library Journal) about a road trip in a snowstorm that turns into bone-chilling disaster, from New York Times bestselling mystery author and "master of tension" (BCCB) Natalie D. Richards. She thought being stranded was the worst thing that could happen. She was wrong. Mira needs to get home for the holidays. Badly. But when an incoming blizzard results in a canceled connecting flight, it looks like she might get stuck at the airport indefinitely. And then Harper, Mira''s glamorous seatmate from her initial flight, offers her a ride. Harper and her three friends can drop Mira off on their way home. But as they set off, Mira realizes fellow travelers are all total strangers. And every one of them is hiding something. Soon, roads go from slippery to terrifying. People''s belongings are mysteriously disappearing. Someone in the car is clearly lying, and may even be sabotaging the trip-but why? And can Mira make it home alive, or will this nightmare drive turn fatal? Perfect for readers who love: YA horror books for teens Mystery books for teens Natasha Preston, Megan Miranda, Karen McManus and Ruth Ware Praise for Five Total Strangers: "A twisty thrill ride that will leave you breathless. I stayed up after midnight just to see how it all ended."-April Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Girl, Stolen "Richards is a master of tension. Suspense fans will get all the ups-and-downs of a well-paced narrative, but they may never want to drive on a snowy road again."-BCCB "A page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Just the kind of fun book one needs for a hot summer day or a cold winter''s night."-School Library Journal on Five Total Strangers "High thrill factor."-Booklist Also by Natalie D. Richards: Six Months Later Gone Too Far My Secret to Tell One Was Lost We All Fall Down What You Hide

She touched a cursed reliquary. Now she owes forty nights to the most dangerous court in existence — and the two men who run it. Mira Voss has spent seven years authenticating the impossible for the highest bidders in London. She knows exactly what priceless things are worth. She didn't know the small silver vessel she touched at auction would bind her soul to a vampire lord's court — or that refusing wasn't an option. Vasile Crain has ruled Blackmere Keep for six centuries. Precise, controlled, impossibly patient — he doesn't want much from the world anymore. But Mira can feel what he's holding behind all that careful stillness, and it's nothing like indifference. Rook Ashvale, his half-fae enforcer, is the one who came to collect her — warm amber eyes, unflinching honesty, and a way of looking at her like he's already decided she matters. She's a soul-reader. She always knows the difference between what's performed and what's real. Both of them are completely, dangerously real. The oath is simple: forty nights in the keep, use her gift for the court, and walk free. The complication is everything else — the underground library that spans five floors of ancient stone, the hot springs cut into Carpathian rock, and two men who want her in ways that have nothing to do with the terms. But the oath dissolves at midnight on the thirty-ninth night. And Mira has to decide whether forty nights was ever going to be enough. Dark Tithe is a paranormal why-choose romance featuring vampire court politics, a soul-reader heroine, a centuries-old blood oath, and two men who will not share her and will absolutely share her. No cheating. HEA guaranteed.

Discover and rediscover the world of the Queen's Thief, from the acclaimed novel The Thief to the thrilling, twenty-years-in-the-making conclusion, The Return of the Thief. The epic novels set in the world of the Queen's Thief can be read in any order. New York Times-bestselling author Megan Whalen Turner's entrancing and award-winning Queen's Thief novels bring to life the world of the epics and feature one of the most charismatic and incorrigible characters of fiction, Eugenides the thief. The Queen's Thief series is rich with political machinations and intrigue, battles lost and won, dangerous journeys, divine intervention, power, passion, revenge, and deception. The New York Times bestseller A Conspiracy of Kings won the Los Angeles Times Book Award and is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Marie Lu, Patrick Rothfuss, and George R. R. Martin. After an attempted assassination and kidnapping, Sophos, heir to the throne of Sounis, disappears. Those who care for him—including the thief Eugenides and the Queen of Eddis—are left to wonder if he is alive and if they will ever see him again. The Queen's Thief novels have been praised by writers, critics, reviewers, and fans and have been honored with glowing reviews and numerous awards, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, a Newbery Honor, the Andre Norton Award shortlist, and the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award. This edition of A Conspiracy of Kings includes a conversation between bestselling author Leigh Bardugo and Megan Whalen Turner, an introduction to the characters from the world of the Queen's Thief, and a map of the world of the Queen's Thief. Winner of the LA Times Book Award A New York Times Bestseller A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book A School Library Journal Best Book “The Queen's Thief books awe and inspire me. They have the feel of a secret, discovered history of real but forgotten lands. The plot-craft is peerless, the revelations stunning, and the characters flawed, cunning, heartbreaking, exceptional. Megan Whalen Turner's books have a permanent spot on my favorites shelf, with space waiting for more books to come.”—Laini Taylor, New York Times-bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone novels and Strange the Dreamer "Unforgettable characters, plot twists that will make your head spin, a world rendered in elegant detail—you will fall in love with every page of these stories. Megan Whalen Turner writes vivid, immersive, heartbreaking fantasy that will leave you desperate to return to Attolia again and again."—Leigh Bardugo, New York Times-bestselling author of The Grisha Trilogy and Six of Crows “Megan Whalen Turner is one of my all-time favorite writers . . . impossible to put down.”—Holly Black, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of the Modern Faerie Tale series and The Darkest Part of the Forest “Romance, intrigue, mystery, surprises, and sheer beautiful writing.”—Cassandra Clare, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of The Mortal Instruments and Lady Midnight “The world Turner creates is so tangible that not only do I believe in its characters, I almost believe in its gods.”—Kristin Cashore, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of the Graceling Realm series

Discover and rediscover the world of the Queen's Thief, from the acclaimed novel The Thief to the thrilling, twenty-years-in-the-making conclusion, The Return of the Thief. The epic novels set in the world of the Queen’s Thief can be read in any order. New York Times-bestselling author Megan Whalen Turner’s entrancing and award-winning Queen’s Thief novels bring to life the world of the epics and feature one of the most charismatic and incorrigible characters of fiction, Eugenides the thief. Megan Whalen Turner’s Queen’s Thief novels are rich with political machinations and intrigue, battles lost and won, dangerous journeys, divine intervention, power, passion, revenge, and deception. The New York Times bestseller A Conspiracy of Kings won the Los Angeles Times Book Award and is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Marie Lu, Patrick Rothfuss, and George R. R. Martin. After an attempted assassination and kidnapping, Sophos, heir to the throne of Sounis, disappears. Those who care for him—including the thief Eugenides and the Queen of Eddis—are left to wonder if he is alive and if they will ever see him again. The Queen’s Thief novels have been praised by writers, critics, reviewers, and fans and have been honored with glowing reviews, “best of” citations, and numerous awards, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, a Newbery Honor, the Andre Norton Award shortlist, and the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award. This edition of A Conspiracy of Kings includes a conversation between bestselling author Leigh Bardugo and Megan Whalen Turner, an introduction to the characters from the world of the Queen’s Thief, a map of the world of the Queen’s Thief, and an exclusive teaser to Thick as Thieves. Winner of the LA Times Book Award A New York Times Bestseller A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book A School Library Journal Best Book “The Queen’s Thief books awe and inspire me. They have the feel of a secret, discovered history of real but forgotten lands. The plot-craft is peerless, the revelations stunning, and the characters flawed, cunning, heartbreaking, exceptional. Megan Whalen Turner’s books have a permanent spot on my favorites shelf, with space waiting for more books to come.”—Laini Taylor, New York Times-bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone novels and Strange the Dreamer "Unforgettable characters, plot twists that will make your head spin, a world rendered in elegant detail—you will fall in love with every page of these stories. Megan Whalen Turner writes vivid, immersive, heartbreaking fantasy that will leave you desperate to return to Attolia again and again."—Leigh Bardugo, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom “Megan Whalen Turner is one of my all-time favorite writers . . . impossible to put down.”—Holly Black, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of the Modern Faerie Tale series and The Darkest Part of the Forest “Romance; intrigue, mystery, surprises, and sheer beautiful writing.”—Cassandra Clare, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of The Mortal Instruments and Lady Midnight “The world Turner creates is so tangible that not only do I believe in its characters, I almost believe in its gods.”—Kristin Cashore, award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author of the Graceling Realm series