It’s been five years since Livy and her family have visited Livy’s grandmother in Australia. Now that she’s back, Livy has the feeling she’s forgotten something really, really important about Gran’s house.
It turns out she’s right.
Bob, a short, greenish creature dressed in a chicken suit, didn’t forget Livy, or her promise. He’s been waiting five years for her to come back, hiding in a closet like she told him to. He can’t remember who—or what—he is, where he came from, or if he even has a family. But five years ago Livy promised she would help him find his way back home. Now it’s time to keep that promise.
Clue by clue, Livy and Bob will unravel the mystery of where Bob comes from, and discover the kind of magic that lasts forever.
Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stead, two masterminds of classic, middle-grade fiction come together to craft this magical story about the enduring power of friendship.
This title has Common Core connections.
Wendy Mass is theNew York Times–bestselling author of The Candymakers series and many other novels for young readers, including the Schneider Family Book Award-winnerA Mango-Shaped Space,Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life (which was made into a feature film),Every Soul a Star,Pi in the Sky, the Twice Upon a Time series, and the Willow Falls series that began with11 Birthdays. She and her family live in New Jersey.
Rebecca Stead is theNew York Times-bestselling author ofWhen You Reach Me,winner of the Newbery Medal;Liar & Spy;FirstLight;andGoodbye Stranger. Her work has been also been awarded theBoston Globe/Horn Book Award for Fiction and the Guardian Children’s Fiction Award. She lives in New York City with her family and their lazy but beautiful cat.
Nicholas Gannon is the illustrator ofBob, a picture book by Wendy Mass and Rebecca Stea.
"Pure enchantment" —The New York Times
"MAGICAL."—The Wall Street Journal
"Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this comfortably old-fashioned tale refreshes age-old themes of belonging, friendship, family and the power of story."--San FranciscoChronicle
"A delightfully whimsical tale that begs to be read with a friend.Don't missBob." —The Christian Science Monitor
"This is a welcome addition to the middle-grade canon and will likely become a classic.Bob deserves readership beyond middle grade."--San Francisco Book Review
A Chicago TributeBest Children's Book of the Year
2018 Booklist Youth Editors' Choice
New York City Public LibraryNotable 100 Best Books for Kids
"Authors Mass and Stead team up for this irresistible tale of magic, mystery, and friendship that poses timeless questions about identity and belonging...a tribute to the power of storytelling.."--Publishers Weekly,starred review
"An unusual fantasy with simplicity, immediacy, and wit."--Booklist, starred review
"Five years ago, Livy left her friend Bob, who she describes as a zombielike creature, in the closet of her grandmother’s house in Australia without saying goodbye. Bob has loyally awaited Livy’s return, dressed in the chicken suit she made to disguise him, and hopeful about the promise she made to help him find his way home, wherever that may be. ...A perfectly paced plot, supported by secondary characters to whom readers will relate and luminous artwork by Gannon, fill out a story that readers will eagerly embrace."--School Library Journal,starred review
"Offer[s] just the right blend of mystery and cozy magic in a rewarding story about how friendships—and people—evolve over time."--Bookpage
"Perfect for a family read-aloud, this has short chapters, occasional illustrations and a heartwarming conclusion."--Providence Journal
“One of the most anticipated YA debuts of 2018, Brightly Burning is a gothic, romantic mystery with hints of Jane Eyre, Marissa Meyer, and Kiera Cass.” —Entertainment Weekly
“Brightly Burning delivers a brooding gothic mystery and a swoony romance, all set in space. Donne’s atmospheric, twisty update of a cherished classic will keep you up late into the night!” —Elly Blake, NYT bestselling author of theFrostblood Saga
Stella Ainsley leaves poverty behind when she quits her engineering job aboard theStalwart to become a governess on a private ship. On theRochester, there’s no water ration, more books than one person could devour in a lifetime, and an AI who seems more friend than robot.
But no one warned Stella that the ship seems to be haunted, nor that it may be involved in a conspiracy that could topple the entire interstellar fleet. Surrounded by mysteries, Stella finds her equal in the brooding but kind nineteen-year-old Captain Hugo. When several attempts on his life spark more questions than answers, and the beautiful Bianca Ingram appears at Hugo’s request, his unpredictable behavior causes Stella’s suspicions to mount. Without knowing who to trust, Stella must decide whether to follow her head or her heart.
Alexa Donne’s lush and enthralling reimagining of the classic Jane Eyre, set among the stars, will seduce and beguile you.
"Wicked River is partly a who-is-my-husband-really story, partly a horror-in-the-wilderness story, and partly a Manhattan-family drama, all rolled up in elegantly propulsive prose, and shot through with sinister suspense."—LEE CHILD, New York Times bestselling author
Six million acres of Adirondack forest separate Natalie and Doug Larson from civilization. For the newlyweds, an isolated backcountry honeymoon seems ideal-a chance to start their lives together with an adventure. But just as Natalie and Doug begin to explore the dark interiors of their own hearts, as well as the depths of their love for each other, it becomes clear that they are not alone in the woods.
Because six million acres makes it easy for the wicked to hide. And even easier for someone to go missing for good.
As they struggle with the worst the wilderness has to offer, a man watches them, wielding the forest like a weapon. He wants something from them more terrifying than death. And once they are near his domain, he will do everything in his power to make sure they never walk out again.
This alphabetical installment of the Baby University series is the perfect introduction for even the youngest astronomers!
The ABCs of Space is a colorfully simple introduction for babies—and grownups—to a new astronomical concept for every letter of the alphabet. Written by an expert, each page in this mathematical primer features multiple levels of text so the book grows along with your little mathematician.
Also in the Baby University Series:
ABCs of Science
ABCs of Physics
Astrophysics for Babies
Baby University: It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.
ANew York Times Best Illustrated book!
ABoston GlobeBest Children's Book of 2018
“Accompanied by Lane's evocative art that suggests layers of history, Fogliano's story turns this childhood scenario into a radiant poem about the mysteries of other people and the wonderfulness of home.” —New York Times
Deep in the woods
is a house
just a house
that once was
but now isn’t
a home.
Who lived in that house? Who walked down its hallways? Why did they leave it, and where did they go?
Two children set off to find the answers by piecing together clues found, books left behind, forgotten photos, and discarded toys, creating their own vision of those who came before, in this deeply moving tale of imagination by Ezra Jack Keats Award–winning author Julie Fogliano and Caldecott Award–winning illustrator Lane Smith.
Julie Fogliano is theNew York Times–bestselling author ofAnd Then It’s SpringandIf You Want to See a Whale, as well as the poetry collection,When Green Becomes Tomatoes. Recipient of the 2013 Ezra Jack Keats Award, her books have been translated into more than ten languages. Julie lives in the Hudson Valley with her husband and three children. When she is not folding laundry or wondering what to make for dinner, she is staring out the window waiting for a book idea to fly by.
Lane Smithis the author and illustrator of Caldecott Honor bookGrandpa Green, runaway New York Times bestsellerIt's a Book, Kate Greenaway MedalistThere Is a Tribe of Kids, andA Perfect Day, among others. He was named the 2012 Carle Artist and received the 2014 Society of Illustrators lifetime achievement award. He lives in an old house in Connecticut with the designer Molly Leach.
“Perfectly seamless; words and art are interwoven in a dance that enchants. Inventive and lovely.” —Kirkus Reviews,starred review
“A timeless feel and an outstanding picture book.” —Booklist,starred review
“A wizard of wordplay and a maestro of composition combine their considerable talents to explore the notion of home . . . Stirring to the eye and the spirit, this evocative book repays frequent readings.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“[A] lyrical meditation.” —Publisher’s Weekly
“Imaginative and colorful.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
“[A] rhythmic, read-aloud-perfect tale . . . poetic and visually striking.” —Horn Book
If You Want to See A Whale:
“Fogliano's words are carved and measured. This is a writer who takes her time, and the leaps she makes with language surprise and thrill.” —The New York Times
“A gorgeous love song to the imagination . . . It's breathtaking . . . Fans will be waiting.” —Booklist,starred review
“Readers will gape at the two enormous, whale-sized talents at work in this transfixing picture book.” —Kirkus Reviews,starred review
And Then It's Spring:
“In an understated and intimate partnership, Fogliano and Stead conjure late winter doldrums and the relief of spring's arrival, well worth the wait.” —Publishers Weekly,starred review
“Many treasures lie buried within this endearing story, in which humor and anxious anticipation sprout alongside one another.” —Kirkus Reviews,starred review
“Fogliano's poetic yet grounded narrative is reminiscent of Charlotte Zolotow's picture-book texts in its understatement and straightforward, childlike observations.” —The Horn Book,starred review
Grandpa Green:
“[Lane Smith's] illustrations, a blend of line drawings and sponge painting, have a classic feel, and make clever use of the topiary theme, rewarding close examination and repeated reading.” —The New Yorker
“Lush and magical.” —People
“An unassuming little masterpiece . . . The book's power lies in its rich, allusive artistry.” —New York Times Book Review
“It's a rare glimpse into Smith's softer side—as skillful as his more sly offerings, but crafted with honesty and heart.” —Publishers Weekly,starred review
“Visually intriguing and emotionally resonant, this is a book to pore over and talk about.” —School Library Journal,starred review
“Sketched with a finely lined fairy-tale wispiness and dominated by verdant green, the illustrations are not just creative but poignant.” —Booklist
Narrated by Feyre and Rhysand, this bridges the events inA Court of Wings and Ruinand the upcoming novels in the series.
New in the #1 New York Timesbestselling Court of Thorns and Roses series,A Court of Frost and Starlight is a glimpse into the lives of Feyre and Rhys as they begin to recover from the war that changed their world.
Feyre, Rhysand, and their close-knit circle of friends are still busy rebuilding the Night Court and the vastly-changed world beyond. But Winter Solstice is finally near, and with it, a hard-earned reprieve. Yet even the festive atmosphere can't keep the shadows of the past from looming. As Feyre navigates her first Winter Solstice as High Lady, she finds that those dearest to her have more wounds than she anticipated -- scars that will have a far-reaching impact on the future of their Court.
Sarah J. Maas is the #1New York Timesand internationally bestselling author of the Court of Thorns and Roses series, as well as the Throne of Glass series. Her books are published in over thirty-six languages. A New York native, Sarah lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and dog.
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"Passionate, violent, sexy and daring. . . . A true page-turner,A Court of Thorns and Roseswill envelop you in its telling, intriguing and delighting you in turn. . . . Not to be missed!" -USA Today on A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES
"Suspense, romance, intrigue and action. This is not a book to be missed!" -Huffington Post on A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES
"Author Sarah J. Maas delivers what may be her best work to date in the fairy tale-inspiredA Court of Thorns and Roses.Enchanting, spellbinding and imaginative." -USA Today on A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES
"Simply dazzles. . . . the clamor for a sequel will be deafening." - starred review,Booklist on A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES
"A thrilling game changer that's fiercely romantic, irresistibly sexy and hypnotically magical. . . . A flawless sequel that will once again leave us desperately clamoring for more, more, more." -USA Today on A COURT OF MIST AND FURY
"[T]he world is exquisitely crafted, the large cast of secondary characters fleshed out, the action intense, and the twist ending surprising, heartrending, and, as always, sure to guarantee readers' return. . . . When has Maas not churned out a best-seller? Her ongoing Throne of Glass series is enormously popular, and this sequel in an equally devoured new series is primed for similar success." -Booklist on A COURT OF MIST AND FURY
"An immersive, satisfying read." -Publishers Weekly on A COURT OF MIST AND FURY
"Hits the spot for fans of dark, lush, sexy fantasy." -Kirkus Reviews on A COURT OF MIST AND FURY
"Some alliances are still dangerous--recruiting monsters to fight the monstrous is always a dicey proposition--and double agents abound. Side characters' romantic storylines are interwoven with the strategizing and even the war, pairing the expanded world with extended action sequences and character revelations, and the conclusion's ramifications will be felt in the next installments." -Kirkus Reviews on A COURT OF WINGS AND RUIN