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For fans of Riley Sager with a classic slasher twist, Always the First to Die follows a former horror movie actress as she returns to the set of her most iconic film, only to find that the strange circumstances begin to resemble the plot of her most famous film.After her husband's death, Lexi has refused to return to the Pinecrest Estate on the Florida Keys, too many hard memories on that strip of land. Memories of meeting her husband on the set of an iconic horror movie. Of being cast as an extra, of watching herself get killed on screen. And of scoffing at the rumors of the Pinecrest Estate "curse," until she witnessed a cast member die that very summer. But when her daughter sneaks away to visit her grandfather, legendary horror movie director Rick Plummer, Lexi is forced to face her past. That's when a Category Four hurricane changes course, and hits the southern coast.Unable to get through to her daughter, Lexi drives to the Keys in the wake of the storm. What she finds is an island without cell service, without power, and with limited police presence. A desolate bit of land, with only a few remaining behind: the horror director, the starlet once cast as the final girl, the young teenager searching for clues of her father, the mother determined to get off the island, and...the person picking them off one-by-one.Soon enough Lexi's life begins to resemble Rick's most famous horror film, and she must risk her life to save her daughter before someone, or something, destroys them all.

"Chris Ferrie has delighted children and families around the world with his unique take on science with his board book series. Now it's time for beginning readers to experience this information for themselves! From general relativity to quantum physics, from astrophysics to rocket science, Brainy Science will intrigue and teach young scientists a variety of subjects with simple, easy-to-read text. These beginning reader books include: easy vocabulary, short sentences, word repetition, simple content, and story correlation between art and text"--

"Chris Ferrie has delighted children and families around the world with his unique take on science. And now it's time for beginning readers to learn this information for themselves! From general relativity to quantum physics, from astrophysics to rocket science and from robotics to climate change, BRAINY SCIENCE will intrigue and teach young scientists a variety of subjects with simple, easy-to-read text. These beginning reader books include:easy vocabulary short sentences word repetition simple content and stories correlation between art and text"

Things are going great for Hayley LeBlanc on the set of mystery show Sadie Solves It. But one day, things start disappearing from the studio-expensive things. Is there a thief involved? Hayley tries not to get drawn in, but when one of the missing items is found in her trailer, and her favorite makeup artist is blamed, she realizes she needs to do something. With the help of her two best friends, Hayley starts an investigation of her own. Can they find the real culprit before things get worse...?

As the only veterinarian at Oak Falls Animal Hospital, Dr. Kate's life is complicated. Winter storms hit the Hudson Valley, she's swamped with hospital patients and house calls, and her long-distance relationship with law student Luke Gianetti is precarious.And then Sookie Overman, a professional organizer, is found dead - and when another body is found, it's clear there's a murderer on the loose. Rumors swirl and suspicion falls on Sookie's husband. But Kate isn't convinced he's a killer, not after getting to know him while treating the family cat. Realizing she'll need more than old-fashioned hunches and sleuthing to crack the case, Kate teams up with Rainbow, a quirky hacker. But can the tech genius be trusted? Kate will have to trust her own instincts-and those of her beloved animals-to stop a killer in their tracks.

A celebration of family love from beloved children's author Carole Boston Weatherford, this beautiful rhyming board book filled with many of the adorable reasons children love their mom, and reminds little ones how much mom loves them!With rhyming text, a young child reflects on their mom and the many reasons they love her. There are so many things we love about our mom from the things we do together, to her unique characteristics, and the ways she understands us. All of these special things show us just how much we are loved by our mom!This is an adorably cute book for children to feel the love and security of mom and to celebrate the diverse ways that love is shown and celebrated!

From the bestselling author of The Accidental Creative and Die Empty comes an inspirational guide that helps professionals spark creativity day in and day out. Avoid burnout and inspire your creativity with this daily reader that pushes you to feel energized and ready for innovation!The Daily Creative is a daily reader for professionals no matter their creativity level. Each reading is designed to improve focus and achieve their goals. Every reading:- Centers around a specific theme- Takes under 5 minutes to complete - Includes an inspirational quote from great thinkers and creatives throughout history- Includes a challenge that inspires personal reflection and guides you to apply a principle- Wraps up with a daily action step to help achieve goals and see results

They were only supposed to be on their own for one night. When her mother remarries after an all-too-short courtship, Lottie and her new stepsister must house sit for a night while their parents honeymoon in Reno. Lottie feels out of place at her new stepdad's fancy ski cabin in Tahoe, especially since her lone companion is her new smart and sullen stepsister, Jade, who she's only met briefly once before. And when a solar flare causes a massive blackout-no cell signal or power-Lottie knows they've got a long night ahead of them.Then, in the dark, someone else shows up at the cabin-a cute, fast-talking stranger named Alex with his dog, claiming to be lost and needing shelter from the developing snowstorm. Lottie's suspicions about him grow throughout the night, but when a fireplace malfunction causes a fire, the three of them are forced out into the blizzard and must rely on one another to find shelter and safety..In the remote, freezing woods with no way to call for help, the wary trio encounters the perils of the wilderness as well as two mysterious young men who seem to know Alex. Now Lottie must decide who she should trust in order to survive.

A child's job is to play-Mom knows this and makes sure they're up and ready to get to work! When it comes to play, this kid is an expert. Mom watches as they dance in puddles, swing high, jump into piles of leaves, and make snow angels. They're hard at work, and when Daddy comes home, they play even more!

Sixteen-year-old Koral and her older brother Emrik risk their lives each day to capture the monstrous maristags that live in the black seas around their island. They have to, or else their family will starve.In an oceanic world swarming with vicious beasts, the Landers-the ruling elite, have indentured Koral's family to provide the maristags for the Glory Race, a deadly chariot tournament reserved for the upper class. The winning contender receives gold and glory. The others-if they're lucky-survive.When the last maristag of the year escapes and Koral has no new maristag to sell, her family's financial situation takes a turn for the worse and they can't afford medicine for her chronically ill little sister. Koral's only choice is to do what no one in the world has ever dared: cheat her way into the Glory Race.But every step of the way is unpredictable as Koral races against contenders who have trained for this their whole lives and who have no intention of letting a low-caste girl steal their glory. When riots break out and rogues attack Koral to try and force her to drop out, she must choose-her life or her sister's-before the whole island burns.

"An unforgettable portrait of a woman who became one of the most notorious figures of her day and whose scandalous story sheds fascinating light not only on her own tumultuous time but ours as well." - Harold Schechter, author of Hell's Princess: The Mystery of Belle Guinness, Butcher of MenSex, corruption, and power: the rise and fall of the Red Widow of ParisParis, 1889: Margeurite Steinheil is a woman with ambition. But having been born into a middle-class family and trapped in a marriage to a failed artist twenty years her senior, she knows her options are limited.Determined to fashion herself into a new woman, Meg orchestrates a scandalous plan with her most powerful resource: her body. Amid the dazzling glamor, art, and romance of bourgeois Paris, she takes elite men as her lovers, charming her way into the good graces of the rich and powerful. Her ambitions, though, go far beyond becoming the most desirable woman in Paris; at her core, she is a woman determined to conquer French high society. But the game she plays is a perilous one: navigating misogynistic double-standards, public scrutiny, and political intrigue, she is soon vaulted into infamy in the most dangerous way possible.A real-life femme fatale, Meg influences government positions and resorts to blackmail-and maybe even poisoning-to get her way. Leaving a trail of death and disaster in her wake, she earns the name the "Red Widow" for mysteriously surviving a home invasion that leaves both her husband and mother dead. With the police baffled and the public enraged, Meg breaks every rule in the bourgeois handbook and becomes the most notorious woman in Paris.An unforgettable true account of sex, scandal, and murder, The Red Widow is the story of a woman determined to rise-at any cost.

Making connections between images on a page and the real world is an important building block for any baby's communication skills, and these simple, solid-white sports figures, paired with bold and colorful sports balls, provide a great high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.

The second book in a delicious culinary cozy series-the muensters have arrived in Balsam Dell in this Halloween cozy mystery featuring a grilled cheese shop owner turned amateur sleuthAfter a long hot summer in Balsam Dell, Carly Hale is ready for crisp Vermont weather and gourmet grilled cheeses at her Grilled Cheese Eatery. And the upcoming Halloween food competition is the perfect way to impress the locals.But Ferris Menard, the owner of Sub-a-Dub-Sub, is nursing a serious grudge against Carly. Two days before the competition, one of Carly's employees quit his part-time gig at Menard's sub shop, sending Menard into a serious snit. In a confrontation at the Eatery, Menard accused Carly of sabotage and vowed to bring her down. That's when Menard's body is found in his kitchen the morning after the competition, a steak knife sticking out of his heart. But Menard had a slew of enemies, and if Carly doesn't figure out which one is the culprit, she might find herself-or someone she cares about-serving grilled cheese sandwiches under lock and brie!

Fans of Bridgerton won't want to miss this steamy paranormal historical romance from author Susanna Allen! The Regency has gone wild in the third book in the Shapeshifters of the Beau Monde series, featuring: A shifter duke who's been denying his lion form The beguiling lady who sees the truth A ticking clock that could mean the end for the duke The irrefutable love that might save them bothAfter being captured and held captive in a traveling menagerie, Alwyn Ap Lewin, Duke of Llewelyn, refuses to shift into his lion form. The longer he denies his inner lion, the sicker he gets, but he'd rather die free than be captive ever again. The denizens of Lowell Close live in fear and suspicion of Alwyn-except for lady apothecary Tabitha Barrington. Tabitha alone can help the shapeshifting duke, and with her by his side, the Wild Lion of Wales discovers he has something to live for, and to fight for, after all.Praise for A Wolf in Duke's Clothing:"Sparkling wit, scrumptious chemistry!" -Grace Burrowes, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author"A playful mix of humor, fantasy, and Regency romance."-Publishers Weekly"Sparkling dialogue and steamy chemistry."-Kirkus Reviews

Fans of William Johnstone and Ralph Compton will love this action-packed historical western featuring a lone gunman and the people he's tasked with protecting.Jake Paynter escaped the noose, but the price of salvation is pain.Since reluctantly accepting the marshal's job at South Pass City, Jake's life has become an unending run of solving other people's problems. When outlaw boss Dutch van Zandt and his ruthless band mount a campaign of mayhem in Jake's corner of the Wyoming Territory, Jake learns that Lucien Ashley, his persistent adversary, may be aiding the criminals to expand his burgeoning cattle fortune. The fact that Lucien is the brother of Rosalyn, a woman Jake admires, complicates matters.Determined to thwart van Zandt and Lucien, Jake recruits a posse of old friends and former platoon-mates that puts the outlaw gang on the run. When Lucien betrays van Zandt, the outlaw leader loots Jake's town and takes captive Rosalyn and four children. With friends few and enemies in abundance, Jake must thread a harrowing needle to run down van Zandt in the rugged Wyoming wilderness and save Rosalyn and the children without ending up in a shallow grave.

Jane Ashford brings you straight to the English countryside in her newest Regency romance. Perfect for readers of Mary Balogh, Ella Quinn, and fans of Bridgerton, this historical romance features: A young woman trying to do the right thing An earl's son whose clumsiness is their downfall A scandal that turns the haute ton upside down The undeniable spark that transforms a blunder into a tender connectionSarah Moran's attempt to save Kenver Pendrennon-the heir of an earl-as he slips off the Cornwall cliffs sends them both into each other's arms and into the sea. Now, marriage may be the only option to keep a scandal at bay. But what started as a terrible mistake may be exactly what both of them needs...Praise for Jane Ashford:"[A]n irresistibly sweet literary confection"-Booklist for Earl to the Rescue"A comic delight. Highly recommended to Regency lovers."-Historical Novel Society for Lord Sebastian's Secret"Graced with lively wit, excellent period detail, and appealing protagonists."-Library Journal for Heir to the Duke

"Illustrations and rhyming text encourage Black boys to learn about the accomplishments of famous men in Black history and then forge their own paths"--

Lose yourself in fifty chilling tales of horror and suspense from USA Today bestselling author Darcy Coates.Push past the curtains of your rational, safe world and explore the un-nameable horrors living in the darkest corners of our consciousness. This is the realm of monsters and shifting shadows, where a single wrong step can plunge you into a terrifying fight for your life, where... Something mimics human voices as it lures you into the woods. A corpse had gone missing from its drawer in the morgue. A friend's eyes are unnaturally bright as they approach you in the dark.Whatever your choice, these fifty small bites of horror are sure to leave you haunted.Also By Darcy Coates:The Haunting of Leigh HarkerThe Haunting of Ashburn HouseThe Haunting of Blackwood HouseCraven ManorThe House Next DoorVoices in the Snow

Explore going to school in this adorable interactive board book for babies and toddlers!Perfect for Back to School and beyond, My Neighborhood School is a fun introduction to what it's like to go to school. From the classroom to the playground, explore all the exciting spaces where children learn, play, and grow. A great way to prepare your little one for preschool or kindergarten! This colorful book also features a fold-down school play scene, encouraging interactive play within its pages.Collect each title to create your very own town!Celebrate all the local places you know and love with the My Neighborhood interactive board book series. Featuring adorable baby animal illustrations, each title allows little explorers to learn more about their very own neighborhood. Includes an interactive fold-down scene that encourages children to play within the book's pages.For babies and toddlers, these sturdy shaped board books are a fun introduction to all the neighborhood places you love to explore with your family.Delightful rhyming text helps build listening and memory skills.A sweet gift for children and grandchildren.Perfect for baby showers, birthdays, Valentine's Day, and preschool and kindergarten graduations. Also a great Easter basket and Christmas stocking stuffer.

Explore life on the farm in this adorable interactive board book for babies and toddlers!Perfect for Easter and beyond, My Neighborhood Farm is a fun introduction to life on the farm. From the red barn to the farmhouse porch, meet all the adorable animals who live on the farm. See animals including cows, ducks, pigs, and horses and learn what sound each animal makes. This colorful book features a fold-down farm play scene, encouraging interactive play within its pages.Collect each title to create your very own town!Celebrate all the local places you know and love with the My Neighborhood interactive board book series. Featuring adorable baby animal illustrations, each title allows little explorers to learn more about their very own neighborhood. Includes an interactive fold-down scene that encourages children to play within the book's pages.For babies and toddlers, these sturdy shaped board books are a fun introduction to all the neighborhood places you love to explore with your family.Delightful rhyming text helps build listening and memory skills.A sweet gift for children and grandchildren. Perfect for baby showers, new parents, birthdays, and Valentine's Day. Also a great Easter basket and Christmas stocking stuffer.

Ride along in this heartwarming back to school picture book about facing the first day jitters!The Little Yellow Bus had prepared for this day for a long time. His parents had talked a lot about how great it would be when he heads out to pick up children and drive them to their school building-all by himself! Yellow wanted to feel excited...but he did not. Instead, he was nervous with the first day jitters, imagining that the day could only go horribly wrong. But, with a little help and encouragement from mom and dad, Little Yellow takes a deep breath, starts his engine, and decides that it's time to prove to himself that he can be brave. Little Yellow Bus is the heartwarming reminder that sometimes even the days when we are scared and anxious can become the most wonderful adventure, if we only believe in ourselves. Filled with full-color illustrations and an inspiring message for kids, this timeless story is one you will want to come back to again and again. Why readers love Little Yellow Bus: Parents, grandparents, and teachers will have fun reading aloud this inspirational, growth-mindset book to kids Screen-free fun for children back-to-school and the holiday season Perfect back to school gift for children ages 4-7 Ideal holiday gift and stocking stuffer for kids

Everyone has sibling struggles, even YouTube superstars...Even with millions of followers, YouTube sensation Mia Fizz is a normal kid at heart. So when she and her BFF Briony make plans to attend the big dance at the local community center, Mia is thrilled-and her crush Finn agreeing to be her date just sweetens the deal! But things take a turn when Mia's younger sister, Sienna, insists on helping create her dance-ready look, accidentally leaving Mia looking worse than she could have imagined!Mia's so embarrassed that she wants to skip the dance entirely, but doing that would mean disappointing Briony AND missing out on fun night with Finn! Can she find a way to forgive Sienna and embrace her new look before the dance?

"When a mysterious black SUV pulls up next to Gracie Reed, she can't believe that the people inside are Wei Fangli and Sam Yao, Chinese cinema's golden couple. Or that Fangli has a proposal that's about to change everything..."--