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Dr. Seuss Graphic Novel: Cat Out of Water - A Whimsical Adventure for Young Readers

Dive into a World of Seussical Fun

Experience Dr. Seuss's iconic world in a whole new way with this vibrant graphic novel adaptation of *The Cat in the Hat*. This charming companion to the beloved classic offers an engaging and visually captivating story perfect for beginner readers transitioning to chapter books.

A Day of Chaos and Hilarious Antics

Sally and her brother are enjoying a typical day filled with everyday chores – until the Cat in the Hat bursts into their lives! With his mischievous antics and the chaotic energy of Thing 1 and Thing 2, the day quickly transforms into a whirlwind of hilarious fun. However, Sally's wise pet, the Fish, warns them about the potential consequences of letting the Cat stay. The question hangs in the air: Will they manage to complete their tasks before their parents return, or will the Cat's zany escapades throw everything into disarray?

A Perfect Bridge for Beginner Readers

This engaging graphic novel features brand-new illustrations and easy-to-follow paneled storytelling, creating a seamless and enjoyable reading experience for young readers. The visually appealing format and simple language make it a perfect stepping stone for children transitioning from picture books to chapter books.

A Must-Have for Dr. Seuss Fans

*Dr. Seuss Graphic Novel: Cat Out of Water* is a delightful addition to any bookshelf and a must-have for young readers and Dr. Seuss fans alike. It promises hours of entertainment and laughter, introducing the timeless characters and zany world of Seuss to a new generation of readers.

A To Z Animal Mysteries - Book 3: Cougar Clues

An Engaging Animal Adventure for Young Readers

Join Abbi and her friends, Lydia and Daniel, on an exciting quest to uncover the truth behind a mysterious cougar sighting in the Maine woods! Inspired by Ron Roy's beloved *A to Z Mysteries* series, this vibrant and modern chapter book will captivate young readers eager to embark on their own animal adventures.

The Mystery Begins

For over a century, cougars have been absent from Maine's landscape. But when a television crew sets up camp near Abbi's home, searching for evidence of the elusive predator, whispers of a comeback echo through the forest. Abbi, Lydia, and Daniel are consumed by curiosity: Could the cougar have returned to its former haunts?

The clues seem to point to a definite "yes!" But as the trio digs deeper, inconsistencies emerge, leaving them with a puzzle to solve. With each piece they uncover, the mystery deepens, pushing Abbi and her friends to unravel the truth behind the cougar's presence.

A Thrilling Journey of Discovery

"Cougar Clues" offers a captivating blend of mystery and adventure, perfectly tailored for early chapter book readers. The engaging storyline, filled with intriguing characters and captivating twists, will keep young readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Abbi and her friends on their thrilling investigation.

A Perfect Introduction to the World of Mysteries

This book is a wonderful stepping stone for young readers who are ready to tackle longer stories and more complex plots. The engaging characters, fast-paced narrative, and age-appropriate language make it an ideal choice for building reading confidence and fostering a love for mystery.

Dive into the World of A to Z Mysteries!

For young readers who crave more mysteries, the original *A to Z Mysteries* series by Ron Roy offers an exciting range of adventures. Join Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose as they unravel mysteries from A to Z, in their hometown and beyond!

Uni the Unicorn: The Haunted Pumpkin Patch - A Spooktacular Adventure for Young Readers

**Get ready for a magical Halloween adventure with Uni the Unicorn!** This charming storybook is perfect for young readers who love unicorns, spooky fun, and a touch of sparkle.

A Spooky Surprise in the Pumpkin Patch

Uni the Unicorn is excited to plant a pumpkin patch, but things take a spooky turn when her first pumpkin gets squished! Her friend Goldie thinks she saw something scary lurking in the patch. Will Uni be brave enough to solve the mystery?

A Magical Story with a Heartwarming Message

This beautifully illustrated story explores themes of bravery, friendship, and the power of belief. Uni's adventurous spirit and unwavering optimism will inspire young readers to embrace their own fears and discover the magic within.

More Than Just a Storybook

**Uni the Unicorn: The Haunted Pumpkin Patch** is more than just a captivating tale. It also includes a sheet of sparkly stickers for extra fun!

A Magical Series for Young Readers

This new line of UNI THE UNICORN paperback storybooks features a strong magical theme and a hopeful message that resonates with both children and adults.

**Look for the next exciting adventure, "Uni the Unicorn: How to Say Thank You!" coming soon!**

Review: A Delightful and Engaging Read

"Uni the Unicorn: The Haunted Pumpkin Patch" is a delightful read for young children. The story is engaging and well-paced, with plenty of humor and heart. The illustrations are vibrant and full of charm, perfectly capturing the magic of Uni's world. The inclusion of stickers adds an extra layer of fun and encourages imaginative play. This book is sure to become a favorite for young readers and their families.

<p>NPR's Podcast Startup Guide: Create, Launch, And Grow A Podcast On Any Budget</p>

<p>From NPR comes the definitive guide to podcasting--featuring step-by-step advice on how to find a unique topic, tell the best stories, and engage the most listeners, as well as the secrets that will take your pod to the next level.</p>

<p>Podcasts are everywhere. Whoever you are, whatever you love, there's a podcast for you: political junkie, sports fan, foodie, pop culture lover, or science nerd. In a booming audio storytelling landscape, You should start a podcast has become the new You should start a blog. But any podcast enthusiast knows that, in such a vast and growing marketplace, quality varies hugely. The barrier to entry into podcast production--a mic and a laptop--is low, but the learning curve is steep. That's where NPR comes in.</p>

<p>In NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide, NPR, the 1 podcast publisher in the U.S., draws on its extensive educational materials, unparalleled experience, and army of podcasting talent--from recognizable hosts such as Gene Demby (Code Switch), Linda Holmes (Pop Culture Happy Hour), and Yowei Shaw (Invisibilia), to indispensable behind-the-scenes players such as producers, engineers, and editors--to guide aspiring podcasters through the conception, creation, and launch of a podcast.</p>

<p>Part master class, part informational interview with the best in the business, this evergreen volume is a must-read for anyone who wants to make their dream of starting a podcast a reality.</p>

<p>The Magnificent Makers 1: How To Test A Friendship</p>

<p>BOOM! SNAP! WHIZ! ZAP!&nbsp;The Magnificent Makers series is filled with science, adventure, and characters that readers will love!</p>

<p>A modern-day Magic School Bus for chapter book readers!</p>

<p>Violet and Pablo are best friends who&nbsp;love&nbsp;science! So when they discover a riddle that opens a magic portal in the Science Space at school, they can't wait to check it out! Along with their new classmate, Deepak, the friends discover a magical makerspace called the Maker Maze. It's a laboratory full of robots, 3D printers, an antigravity chamber, and more. Doors line the walls of the makerspace, with a new science adventure waiting behind each one.</p>

<p>With the help of a hilarious and odd scientist, the Magnificent Makers embark on out-of-this-world adventures that help them master the science concepts they are learning in school. This series will cover several scientific topics (at an age-appropriate level) ranging from human biology to ecology, while also exploring issues such as managing failure, teamwork, courage, and jealousy. &lt;p/&gt;Don't miss book 2: Brain Trouble!</p>

<p>Halloween Is Sweet! (The Berenstain Bears)</p>

<p>Celebrate Halloween with this festive Berenstain Bears board book!</p>

<p>It's time to go trick-or-treating with the Berenstain Bears! Brother and Sister Bear are excited about the silly and scary costumes, and they can't wait to eat all the yummy snacks! Children ages zero to three will love this Berenstain Bears board book, which features a shiny foil cover. This sweet tale is the perfect way to introduce the youngest fans to the Berenstain Bears!</p>

<p>Wonder. Movie Tie-In</p>

<p>August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid--but his new classmates can't get past Auggie's extraordinary face.&nbsp;Wonder, a 1&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;bestseller, begins from Auggie's point of view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community's struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance.</p>

<p>In a world where bullying among young people is an epidemic, this is a refreshing new narrative full of heart and hope. R.J. Palacio has called her debut novel "a meditation on kindness" --indeed, every reader will come away with a greater appreciation for the simple courage of friendship. Auggie is a hero to root for, who proves that you can't blend in when you were born to stand out.</p>

<p>1&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;bestseller</p>

<p>USA Today&nbsp;bestseller

Time&nbsp;Magazine's 100 Best Young Adult Books of All Time

New York Times Book Review&nbsp;Notable Book

Washington Post&nbsp;Best Kids' Book</p>

<p>"In a wonder of a debut, Palacio has written a crackling page-turner filled with characters you can't help but root for." --Entertainment Weekly</p>

<p>"Rich and memorable." --The New York Times</p>

<p>"A beautiful, funny and sometimes sob-making story of quiet transformation." --Wall Street Journal</p>

<p>12 Rules For Life: An Antidote To Chaos</p>

<p>The 1&nbsp;Sunday Times&nbsp;and International Bestseller from 'the most influential public intellectual in the Western world right now' (New York Times)</p>

<p>What are the most valuable things that everyone should know?</p>

<p>Acclaimed clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson has influenced the modern understanding of personality, and now he has become one of the world's most popular public thinkers, with his lectures on topics from the Bible to romantic relationships to mythology drawing tens of millions of viewers. In an era of unprecedented change and polarizing politics, his frank and refreshing message about the value of individual responsibility and ancient wisdom has resonated around the world.</p>

<p>In this book, he provides twelve profound and practical principles for how to live a meaningful life, from setting your house in order before criticising others to comparing yourself to who you were yesterday, not someone else today. Happiness is a pointless goal, he shows us. Instead we must search for meaning, not for its own sake, but as a defence against the suffering that is intrinsic to our existence.</p>

<p>Drawing on vivid examples from the author's clinical practice and personal life, cutting edge psychology and philosophy, and lessons from humanity's oldest myths and stories,&nbsp;12 Rules for Life&nbsp;offers a deeply rewarding antidote to the chaos in our lives: eternal truths applied to our modern problems.</p>

<p>A Short Guide To A Happy Life</p>

<p>From the&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;bestselling author of&nbsp;Alternate Side,&nbsp;Anna Quindlen's classic reflection on a meaningful life makes a perfect gift for any occasion.</p>

<p>"Life is made of moments, small pieces of silver amidst long stretches of tedium. It would be wonderful if they came to us unsummoned, but particularly in lives as busy as the ones most of us lead now, that won't happen. We have to teach ourselves now to live, really live . . . to love the journey, not the destination."</p>

<p>In this treasure of a book, Anna Quindlen, the bestselling novelist and columnist, reflects on what it takes to "get a life"--to live deeply every day and from your own unique self, rather than merely to exist through your days. "Knowledge of our own mortality is the greatest gift God ever gives us," Quindlen writes, "because unless you know the clock is ticking, it is so easy to waste our days, our lives." Her mother died when Quindlen was nineteen: "It was the dividing line between seeing the world in black and white, and in Technicolor. The lights came on for the darkest possible reason. . . . I learned something enduring, in a very short period of time, about life. And that was that it was glorious, and that you had no business taking it for granted." But how to live from that perspective, to fully engage in our days? In&nbsp;A Short Guide to a Happy Life,&nbsp;Quindlen guides us with an understanding that comes from knowing how to see the view, the richness in living.</p>

<p>5 Worlds - Book 4 - The Amber Anthem</p>

<p>Think Star Wars meets Avatar: The Last Airbender! Kazu Kibuishi (AMULET) says this graphic novel adventure is "a magical journey, as fun as it is beautiful!"</p>

<p>In book 4, Oona Lee arrives on Salassandra determined to light the yellow beacon and continue her quest to save the Five Worlds from the evil Mimic's influence. But the beacon is encased in amber! An ancient clue says that Oona and her friends must seek out the Amber Anthem to succeed. Meanwhile, Stan Moon sends an evil Jax robot to assassinate Oona and hunts down An Tzu himself. Turns out, as An Tzu fades away from his Vanishing Illness, he's becoming someone else--someone who could tip the scales in the battle for the Five Worlds!</p>

Paperback:&nbsp;552 pages

Product Dimensions:&nbsp;13.3 x 3.1 x 20.3 cm

<p>The extraordinary 1&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;bestseller that is now a major motion picture, Markus Zusak's unforgettable story is about the ability of books to feed the soul.

It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still.

Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement.&nbsp;

In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of&nbsp;I Am the Messenger,&nbsp;has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time.</p>

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<p>1 NEW YORK TIMES, WALL STREET JOURNAL, AND BOSTON GLOBE BESTSELLER </p>

<p>- WASHINGTON POST AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER </p>

<p>- LONGLISTED FOR THE CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE </p>

<p>- PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA'S 2018 SUMMER READING </p>

<p>- 1 LIBRARYREADS FAVORITE OF FAVORITES PICK </p>

<p>- A WASHINGTON POST NOTABLE BOOK </p>

<p>- ONE OF TIME'S TEN BEST NONFICTION BOOKS OF 2018 </p>

<p>- ONE OF PUBLISHERS WEEKLY'S TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR </p>

<p>- PBS NEWSHOUR/NEW YORK TIMES BOOK OF THE MONTH</p>

<p>An unforgettable memoir about a young girl who, kept out of school, leaves her survivalist family and goes on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University "Beautiful and propulsive . . . Despite the singularity of [Tara Westover's] childhood, the questions her book poses are universal: How much of ourselves should we give to those we love? And how much must we betray them to grow up?"--Vogue</p>

<p>Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her family was so isolated from mainstream society that there was no one to ensure the children received an education, and no one to intervene when one of Tara's older brothers became violent. When another brother got himself into college, Tara decided to try a new kind of life. Her quest for knowledge transformed her, taking her over oceans and across continents, to Harvard and to Cambridge University. Only then would she wonder if she'd traveled too far, if there was still a way home. Praise for Educated "Westover has somehow managed not only to capture her unsurpassably exceptional upbringing, but to make her current situation seem not so exceptional at all, and resonant for many others."--The New York Times Book Review "A heartbreaking, heartwarming, best-in-years memoir about striding beyond the limitations of birth and environment into a better life."--USA Today</p>

<p>"A coming-of-age memoir reminiscent of The Glass Castle."--O: The Oprah Magazine</p>

<p>"Heart-wrenching . . . a beautiful testament to the power of education to open eyes and change lives."--Amy Chua, The New York Times Book Review "Westover is a keen and honest guide to the difficulties of filial love, and to the enchantment of embracing a life of the mind."--The New Yorker</p>

<p>Poor Dick and Sally. It's cold and wet and they're stuck in the house with nothing to do . . . until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process! Written by Dr. Seuss in 1957 in response to the concern that "pallid primers [with] abnormally courteous, unnaturally clean boys and girls' were leading to growing illiteracy among children, The Cat in the Hat (the first Random House Beginner Book) changed the way our children learn how to read.

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<p>Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What Is Human in a World of Machines</p>

<p>NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “The conscience of the AI revolution” (Fortune) explains how we’ve arrived at an era of AI harms and oppression, and what we can do to avoid its pitfalls.</p>

<p>“Dr. Joy Buolamwini has been an essential figure in bringing irresponsible, profit-hungry tech giants to their knees. If you’re going to read only one book about AI, this should be it.”—Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation</p>

<p>A LOS ANGELES TIMES BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • Shortlisted for the Inc. Non-Obvious Book Award</p>

<p>To most of us, it seems like recent developments in artificial intelligence emerged out of nowhere to pose unprecedented threats to humankind. But to Dr. Joy Buolamwini, who has been at the forefront of AI research, this moment has been a long time in the making.</p>

<p>After tinkering with robotics as a high school student in Memphis and then developing mobile apps in Zambia as a Fulbright fellow, Buolamwini followed her lifelong passion for computer science, engineering, and art to MIT in 2015. As a graduate student at the “Future Factory,” she did groundbreaking research that exposed widespread racial and gender bias in AI services from tech giants across the world.</p>

<p>Unmasking AI goes beyond the headlines about existential risks produced by Big Tech. It is the remarkable story of how Buolamwini uncovered what she calls “the coded gaze”—the evidence of encoded discrimination and exclusion in tech products—and how she galvanized the movement to prevent AI harms by founding the Algorithmic Justice League. Applying an intersectional lens to both the tech industry and the research sector, she shows how racism, sexism, colorism, and ableism can overlap and render broad swaths of humanity “excoded” and therefore vulnerable in a world rapidly adopting AI tools. Computers, she reminds us, are reflections of both the aspirations and the limitations of the people who create them.</p>

<p>Encouraging experts and non-experts alike to join this fight, Buolamwini writes, “The rising frontier for civil rights will require algorithmic justice. AI should be for the people and by the people, not just the privileged few.”</p>

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<p>Dr. Seuss's If You Think There's Nothing To Do</p>

<p>Bring some Seussian silliness to your child's library with this hilarious Beginner Book! Featuring illustrations by Dr. Seuss, this rhyming easy reader answers the familiar dilemma there’s nothing to do, in an unexpected way. Perfect for children ages 3-7!</p>

<p>You can pedal a bike.</p>

<p>You can paddle a boat.</p>

<p>You can saddle a rhino</p>

<p>or walk with a goat.</p>

<p>Get ready to giggle with this fun—and FUNNY—Beginner Book! Filled with boredom-busting suggestions like, have you ever played tic-tac-toe with your feet? How about trying to balance cats on your head? It's perfect for exercising young imaginations and inspiring creative play. Illustrated with art from beloved Dr. Seuss books—including The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, and Dr. Seuss's ABC—it will nurture a love of reading and bring joy to young readers. Perfect for both beginning readers and Seuss fans, this fun-filled book is a must-have addition to any collection.</p>

<p>Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.</p>

<p>Grumpy Cat: Grump In The Night</p>

<p>This spooky Halloween storybook with glow-in-the-dark pages and stickers stars the beloved Grumpy Cat!</p>

<p>It's time for Pokey's Halloween party--and Grumpy Cat wants nothing to do with it. Will her friends force her to join in the tricks, treats, and games? That sounds scary! Children ages 3 to 7, as well as Grumpy Cat fans of all ages, will enjoy this not-too-spooky book, which includes glow-in-the-dark pages and stickers!</p>

<p>The Magnificent Makers 3: Riding Sound Waves</p>

<p>Boom! Snap! Whiz! Zap! The Magnificent Makers chapter book series is filled with science, adventure, and characters kids will love!</p>

<p>Every book includes two science activities kids can do at home!</p>

<p>A modern day Magic School Bus for the chapter book reader!&nbsp;</p>

<p>A wacky scientist, Dr. Crisp loves to invite students to the her Maker Maze for a STEM-filled adventure! Just solve a riddle and the portal to the Maze will appear! But there's a catch...if the kids don't complete a challenge fast enough, they can never come back to the Maze!</p>

<p>Pablo and Violet are on a field trip to the science museum and today they're paired up with a classmate they don't know very well--Henry. As they enter the Maze and learn about touch, hearing, and vision, Pablo and Violet learn that there's more to Henry and his odd behavior than meets the eye - Henry has a sensory processing disorder. Together they'll learn a little something about feelings (literally!), acceptance, and what makes us special.</p>

<p>Magic Tree House - Book 7 - Afternoon On The Amazon</p>

<p>The 1 bestselling chapter book series is now available as graphic novels! Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked away to the Amazon rainforest on a high-stakes adventure with brother-and-sister team Jack and Annie!</p>

<p>Watch out for that crocodile! Get ready for a wild ride as Jack and Annie find themselves in the Amazon Rainforest on a dangerous journey. From killer ants to vampire bats, they never know what they'll run into next! Soon, they're hopelessly lost (and a monkey seems to be stalking them. . . what's that about?). Can they find their way through the jungle before it gets dark?</p>

<p>For the first time experience this gripping adventure as a graphic novel, bursting with vibrant full-color art that brings the magic to life!</p>

<p>Get whisked away with Jack and Annie in more Magic Tree House Graphic Novels!</p>

<p>Sweet Valley Twins - Choosing Sides</p>

<p>The New York Times best-selling world of Sweet Valley returns in graphic novel form with Sweet Valley Twins! Elizabeth's best friend Amy wants to join Cheer Club but that means going against the Unicorn Club! Can Elizabeth protect Amy...even if it means standing up to her sister Jessica to do it?</p>

<p>No matter what Elizabeth does she can't stop her best friend, Amy Sutton, from trying out for the Unicorn Club's cheering squad. Elizabeth is sure that the Unicorns are going to steal Amy away from her but when it is revealed that Jessica and the rest of the Unicorns don't want Amy, what should Elizabeth do?</p>

<p>The Unicorns will do anything to keep Amy off the squad! Can Elizabeth stand by and watch Amy get hurt? And if Elizabeth takes Amy's side against the Unicorns does this mean she'll be taking a stand against her own twin sister?!</p>

<p>Puzzlooies! The Museum Of Supernatural History: A Solve-the-Story Puzzle Adventure</p>

<p>Snag a pencil. Sink into a silly story. Solve the puzzles and save the day!</p>

<p>Say goodbye to boring downtime and hello to Puzzlooies!, the latest in portable entertainment. Meant for kids to write in, these illustrated and compact books flip up like a reporter’s notebook, making them perfect for fast fun while on-the-go. Each zany adventure is packed with eclectic puzzles to decipher and decode—as well as jokes, riddles, and true trivia galore that’ll keep readers laughing 'til the very end . . . if they can reach it!</p>

<p>Enter The Museum of Supernatural History with Jayden and Chad, where mythical monsters and uncanny exhibits are preserved and on display—or so they thought! Jayden and Chad soon discover the monsters are alive, and they need the boys’ help to defeat an ancient, evil power before it destroys the world.</p>

<p>Solve the puzzles inside and make your way out of the museum!</p>

<p>The Runaway Princess: A Graphic Novel</p>

<p>This princess can't resist the lure of adventure, but her parents aren't quite on board in this fantastical graphic novel perfect for fans of Princess in Black and Phoebe and Her Unicorn!</p>

<p>Robin? Robin? Robin?! Where are you?</p>

<p>She couldn't have gone far. . . .</p>

<p>Princesses don't run away to have their own adventures. Right?</p>

<p>Princesses stay quietly and obediently at home. They would never want mermaids and swamps and pirates and getting kidnapped to be a part of their lives.</p>

<p>Not this princess!</p>

<p>Adventures await when Robin (bored of princess-ing all the time) embarks on the best adventure of her life--meeting friends along the way as she travels through the magical landscape of her country. But her parents aren't so pleased--and they're coming to find her and bring her back to the castle, no matter how she feels about it!</p>

<p>Open The Witch's Door: A Halloween Lift-the-Flap Book</p>

<p>Open the witch's door and lift the flaps to find magic potions, a book of spells, a yummy brew, and other fun surprises with this latest entry in the board book series that started with Open the Barn Door!</p>

<p>The latest in the bestselling Open the Door series, this interactive lift-the-flap board book invites little ones to step inside the witch's house and explore all that lies within. Toddlers will love lifting the ten flaps to unveil a cat, a new broom, magic potions, a scared frog, and other Halloween surprises! Jannie Ho's illustrations celebrate all that Halloween has to offer while remaining inviting and engaging for young readers year-round.</p>

<p>Find out what's behind these other Open the Door books: Open the Barn Door, Open the Garage Door, Open the Preschool Door,and Open the Church Door.</p>

<p>Seconds before the Earth is demolished to make way for a galactic freeway, Arthur Dent is plucked off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher for the revised edition of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy who, for the last fifteen years, has been posing as an out-of-work actor.</p>

<p>Together this dynamic pair begin a journey through space aided by quotes from The Hitchhiker's Guide ("A towel is about the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitchhiker can have") and a galaxy-full of fellow travelers: Zaphod Beeblebrox--the two-headed, three-armed ex-hippie and totally out-to-lunch president of the galaxy; Trillian, Zaphod's girlfriend (formally Tricia McMillan), whom Arthur tried to pick up at a cocktail party once upon a time zone; Marvin, a paranoid, brilliant, and chronically depressed robot; Veet Voojagig, a former graduate student who is obsessed with the disappearance of all the ballpoint pens he bought over the years.

Where are these pens? Why are we born? Why do we die? Why do we spend so much time between wearing digital watches? For all the answers stick your thumb to the stars. And don't forget to bring a towel!</p>

<p>"[A] WHIMSICAL ODYSSEY...Characters frolic through the galaxy with infectious joy."</p>

<p>"IRRESISTIBLE!"</p>

<p>--The Boston Globe</p>

<p>Your Face Belongs To Us</p>

<p>NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The story of a small AI company that gave facial recognition to law enforcement, billionaires, and businesses, threatening to end privacy as we know it</p>

<p>“The dystopian future portrayed in some science-fiction movies is already upon us. Kashmir Hill’s fascinating book brings home the scary implications of this new reality.”—John Carreyrou, author of Bad Blood</p>

<p>Financial Times, Los Angeles Times, WiredA BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: </p>

<p>New York Times tech reporter Kashmir Hill was skeptical when she got a tip about a mysterious app called Clearview AI that claimed it could, with 99 percent accuracy, identify anyone based on just one snapshot of their face. The app could supposedly scan a face and, in just seconds, surface every detail of a person’s online life: their name, social media profiles, friends and family members, home address, and photos that they might not have even known existed. If it was everything it claimed to be, it would be the ultimate surveillance tool, and it would open the door to everything from stalking to totalitarian state control. Could it be true?</p>

<p>In this riveting account, Hill tracks the improbable rise of Clearview AI, helmed by Hoan Ton-That, an Australian computer engineer, and Richard Schwartz, a former Rudy Giuliani advisor, and its astounding collection of billions of faces from the internet. The company was boosted by a cast of controversial characters, including conservative provocateur Charles C. Johnson and billionaire Donald Trump backer Peter Thiel—who all seemed eager to release this society-altering technology on the public. Google and Facebook decided that a tool to identify strangers was too radical to release, but Clearview forged ahead, sharing the app with private investors, pitching it to businesses, and offering it to thousands of law enforcement agencies around the world.</p>

<p>Facial recognition technology has been quietly growing more powerful for decades. This technology has already been used in wrongful arrests in the United States. Unregulated, it could expand the reach of policing, as it has in China and Russia, to a terrifying, dystopian level.</p>

<p>Your Face Belongs to Us is a gripping true story about the rise of a technological superpower and an urgent warning that, in the absence of vigilance and government regulation, Clearview AI is one of many new technologies that challenge what Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once called “the right to be let alone.”</p>

<p>Winner of the Inc. Non-Obvious Book Award • Longlisted for the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year Award</p>

Norwegian Wood

<p>First American Publication - This stunning and elegiac novel by the author of the internationally acclaimed Wind-Up Bird Chronicle has sold over 4 million copies in Japan and is now available to American audiences for the first time. It is sure to be a literary event. </p>

<p>Toru, a quiet and preternaturally serious young college student in Tokyo, is devoted to Naoko, a beautiful and introspective young woman, but their mutual passion is marked by the tragic death of their best friend years before. Toru begins to adapt to campus life and the loneliness and isolation he faces there, but Naoko finds the pressures and responsibilities of life unbearable. As she retreats further into her own world, Toru finds himself reaching out to others and drawn to a fiercely independent and sexually liberated young woman. </p>

<p>A poignant story of one college student's romantic coming-of-age, Norwegian Wood takes us to that distant place of a young man's first, hopeless, and heroic love. "From the Trade Paperback edition."</p>

<p>The Call Of The Wild is the&nbsp; story of Buck, a dog stolen from his home and thrust&nbsp; into the merciless life of the Arctic north to&nbsp; endure hardship, bitter cold, and the savage&nbsp; lawlessness of man and beast. White Fang&nbsp; is the adventure of an animal -- part dog, part&nbsp; wolf --turned vicious by cruel abuse, then&nbsp; transformed by the patience and affection of one man.

&nbsp; Jack London's superb ability as a storyteller and&nbsp; his uncanny understanding of animal and human&nbsp; natures give these tales a striking vitality and &nbsp;power, and have earned him a reputation as a&nbsp; distinguished American writer.</p>

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