Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter with "The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck." This delightful story follows the adventures of Jemima, a determined duck who dreams of hatching her own eggs. With beautifully illustrated pages and heartwarming narratives, this classic tale is perfect for children and adults alike!

Why You'll Love This Book:

• Timeless Classic: Part of the beloved Peter Rabbit series, this charming story has captivated readers for generations.

• Gorgeous Illustrations: Each page features Beatrix Potter's exquisite artwork, bringing the characters to life and sparking imagination.

• Life Lessons: Follow Jemima's journey as she learns about bravery, friendship, and the importance of believing in oneself.

• Perfect Gift: Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or as a special addition to any child's library. A wonderful way to introduce children to classic literature!

Key Features:

• Age Range: Suitable for children aged 3-7 years.

• 64 pages, Paperback

The Tastes of Home provides easy-to-follow recipes for tasty, everyday dishes from Singapore and Malaysia that were not commonly recorded in writing until now. Drawing from the author's Nyonya heritage and family traditions, this book captures recipes that hold deep personal connections and bring classic home and street food favorites back to the kitchen.

This book is especially valuable for those wishing to learn how to cook authentic Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine, including students going overseas, newly married couples, or expatriates. 

Key Features & Benefits

• Accessible Recipes: Features over 40 simple, comforting recipes that anyone can cook, no matter their location or prior cooking experience.
• Authentic Flavors: Focuses on traditional home-cooked and street-food recipes, helping you recreate the true taste of Singaporean and Malaysian comfort food.
• Learning & Exploration: Includes basic recipes with advanced options for expanding your culinary skills and increasing the variety of dishes you can prepare.
• Cultural Insight: Each dish often includes a brief note explaining its history or significance, linking the cuisine to the rich multicultural heritage of Singapore and Malaysia.
• Award-Winning: The book has been recognized for its contributions to food culture, having garnered a Gourmand World Cookbook Award.

Publisher: Landmark Books 
Publication Date: October 3, 2024
Format: Paperback
Pages: 172 pages
ISBN-13: 9789811896729

Friend. Lover. Imposter.

Who is Cate Kay? Cate Kay is the most famous author on the planet, creator of a bestselling book trilogy that became a blockbuster film series. But "Cate Kay" is just a name, a closely guarded secret identity. She has never attended an author event or granted an interview.

As a young adult, the woman behind the name, Anne Marie Callahan (or Cass Ford), and her best friend Amanda dreamed of escaping their difficult homes and moving to California to become movie stars. But the day before their grand adventure, a tragedy shattered their dreams, sending Annie on the run, living under different names and charting a new future.

Now, after a shocking revelation, Cate is ready to tell the world who she really is. This novel, written as a fictional memoir with multiple points of view, unravels the layers of her life, exploring the secrets she kept and whether some betrayals are impossible to forgive.

Features & Benefits

• A Reese's Book Club Pick: Endorsed by Reese Witherspoon, who called the story "swept me away with its big dreams, love, and unexpected twists".
• Compelling, Layered Storytelling: The narrative uses multiple perspectives and a non-linear timeline, including snippets from Cate's own fictional novels, which adds depth and keeps the reader guessing.
• Character-Driven Exploration: The book is praised for its emotional depth and exploration of identity, self-discovery, friendship, love, ambition, and the cost of buried selves.
• Addictive Page-Turner: Described by reviewers as an "addictive page-turner" and "unputdownable" that balances a thriller's pulse with a literary novel's perception.
  Relevant Themes: Explores important modern themes like personal growth, forgiveness, and the idea of "found family".
  
  

Author: Kate Fagan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication Date Hardcover: January 7, 2025
Print Length: 304 pages
ISBN-13: 9781526682024
Genre: Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Romance, Mystery/Suspense

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big, furry, stripy tiger! 

First published in 1968 and never out of print, this timeless classic has been beloved by millions of children for generations. This warm and funny picture book story by Judith Kerr is perfect for reading aloud or for small children to enjoy themselves time and again. 

Features

• Timeless Classic: A staple of children's literature for over 50 years.
• Beautiful Illustrations: Features the iconic original artwork by Judith Kerr.
• Engaging Story: A whimsical tale that captures the imagination of young readers. 

Benefits

• Perfect for Read-Alouds: The rhythmic and repetitive nature of the story makes it ideal for sharing together.
• Encourages Imagination: A wonderful way to introduce children to the magic of storytelling and unexpected adventures.
• Durable Formats: Board book and hardcover editions are built to last through many repeated readings.

Product Details
Author: Judith Kerr
ISBN: Product Details
Author: Judith Kerr
ISBN: 9780007215997
Language: English
Target Age: Perfect for children aged 3 and up. 
Language: English

This paradigm shifting how-to guide effortlessly teaches you how to outwit liars and get them to reveal the truth—from former FBI agent and author of the “practical and insightful” (William Ury, coauthor of Getting to Yes) bestseller The Like Switch.

Unlike many other books on lie detection and behavioral analysis, this revolutionary guide: The Truth Detector: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide for Getting People to Reveal the Truth, reveals the FBI-developed practice of elicitation, the field-tested technique for encouraging people to provide information they would otherwise keep secret. Now you can learn this astonishing method directly from the expert who created this technique and pioneered it for the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Program.

Filled with easy-to-follow, accessible lessons reinforced by fascinating stories of how to put these skills into action using natural human behaviors, The Truth Detector shows you all of the tips and techniques you need to gain someone’s trust and get liars to reveal the truth.

Format Paperback 288 pages | Publication  Nov 2020 | Publisher SIMON & SCHUSTER | Language English | ISBN13 9781982139070

Discover Vice President-elect Kamala Harris's New York Times bestselling book about the core truths that unite us and the shared values that will see us into the future.

The daughter of immigrants and civil rights activists, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris was raised in a California community that cared deeply about social justice. As she rose to prominence as a political leader, her experiences would become her guiding light as she grappled with an array of complex issues and learned to bring a voice to the voiceless.

Now, in The Truths We Hold, Harris reckons with the big challenges we face together. Drawing on the hard-won wisdom and insight from her own career and the work of those who have most inspired her, she communicates a vision of shared struggle, shared purpose, and shared values as we confront the great work of our day.

Format Paperback 336 pages | Publication date Dec 2020 | Publisher Vintage Publishing | Language English | ISBN13 9781529114461

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

The end of the world was only the beginning.
 
In his internationally bestselling and critically acclaimed novel The Passage, Justin Cronin constructed an unforgettable world transformed by a government experiment gone horribly wrong. Now the scope widens and the intensity deepens as the epic story surges forward with . . .
 
THE TWELVE
 
In the present day, as the man-made apocalypse unfolds, three strangers navigate the chaos. Lila, a doctor and an expectant mother, is so shattered by the spread of violence and infection that she continues to plan for her child’s arrival even as society dissolves around her. Kittridge, known to the world as “Last Stand in Denver,” has been forced to flee his stronghold and is now on the road, dodging the infected, armed but alone and well aware that a tank of gas will get him only so far. April is a teenager fighting to guide her little brother safely through a landscape of death and ruin. These three will learn that they have not been fully abandoned—and that in connection lies hope, even on the darkest of nights.
 
One hundred years in the future, Amy and the others fight on for humankind’s salvation . . . unaware that the rules have changed. The enemy has evolved, and a dark new order has arisen with a vision of the future infinitely more horrifying than man’s extinction. If the Twelve are to fall, one of those united to vanquish them will have to pay the ultimate price.
 
A heart-stopping thriller rendered with masterful literary skill, The Twelve is a grand and gripping tale of sacrifice and survival.
Format Paperback 608 pages | Publication  Jan 2016 | Publisher Random House | Language English | ISBN13 9780345542373

Twelve Dancing Princesses, the (Book & Audio CD): See the Picture and Say the Word - For Ages 4 and Up. by Anna Award

Meet Mr. and Mrs. Twit, the nastiest couple you could ever hope not to meet. Mr. Twit is a foul, smelly man with a beard full of old food scraps, and Mrs. Twit is a hideous hag who is always thinking of the next horrible trick to play on her husband. Whether it's putting worms in spaghetti or catching innocent birds for their "Bird Pies," the Twits spend their days being ghastly and evil. 

But their captive monkeys, the Muggle-Wumps, have finally had enough. With the help of the Roly-Poly bird, they hatch a plan to give the terrible Twits a ghastly surprise they truly deserve. 

Key Features

• Classic Storytelling: A darkly comic and mischievous tale from the world's No. 1 storyteller, Roald Dahl.
• Iconic Artwork: Features the instantly recognizable and whimsical illustrations of Sir Quentin Blake.
• Modern Look: Updated with an exciting interior design and a fresh cover look for a new generation of readers.
• Compact Format: A lightweight paperback perfect for young readers and school libraries. 

Benefits

• Encourages Reading: Engaging and fast-paced, making it an ideal choice for mid-level and young readers.
• Develops Humor: Introduces children to dark humor and the satisfaction of seeing "bad" characters get their comeuppance.
• Timeless Appeal: A story that has inspired and entertained generations since its original publication in 1980. 

Product Details
Author: Roald Dahl
Illustrator: Quentin Blake
Publisher: Penguin 
ISBN-13: 9780141365497
Reading Age: 7–9 years 

Explores the unique literary phenomenon in Arabic heritage of simultaneously praising an object and its opposite.

Features & Benefits:

• Analyzes the intrinsic "two faces" of all things – beauty and flaw, good and evil – and how different perspectives reveal these aspects.
• Traces this literary device through various eras of Arabic literature, from the pre-Islamic period to the modern day.
• Examines the contributions of key scholars who compiled works on this subject, including Al-Jahiz, Al-Bayhaqi, and Al-Tawhidi.
• Delves into the critical and psychological dimensions of this phenomenon, considering topics like youth and old age, white and black, and wealth and poverty.
• Provides insights into the creative mastery and rhetorical skills of Arab poets and writers across the ages.

Product Detail

English Title: "The Two Elegant Faces": Aesthetics of Praising Something and its Opposite in the Arabic Heritage 
ISBN-13: 9789991786360
Author: Mustafa Muhammad Rizq Al-Suwahli
Publisher: UNISSA Press
Language: Arabic

We are the vessels of our dreams, our ideas and yet where do our ideas come from? Is it simply a mesh of neurons blasting out until a printout comes out? Do we even own these 'ideas' that we claim to originate from us? How do we ensure that we continue to both learn and project new ideas? Do we immerse ourselves in an inspirational environment? Eat healthy supplements? Perhaps dress-up and speak eloquently with a posh accent. Why do we bother to come up with something different, when in our current 'environment' it may be safe to simply linger in the shadows waiting...like everyone else, who happens to be waiting for you? The keyword here is.......... 'brain atrophy'. How do you stop this brain atrophy? Did you know that when you shine, you give others permission to do so themselves? Dr. Aammton Alias shares his personal experiences and odd non-linear stories to help you find the answers to these urgent questions.

• Format Paperback | 102 pages
• Publication Oct 2015
• Publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Language English
• ISBN13 9781517778774

In the third novel in King's epic fantasy masterpiece, Roland, the Last Gunslinger, is moving ever closer to the Dark Tower, which haunts his dreams and nightmares. Pursued by the Ageless Stranger, he and his friends follow the perilous path to Lud, an urban wasteland. And crossing a desert of damnation in this macabre new world, revelations begin to unfold about who - and what - is driving him forward. 9781444723465

USA Today bestselling author Meghan Quinn’s latest bauble is the charming story of a crafting queen battling a jaded divorce lawyer on a wedding reality show.

Luna Rossi is a veritable crafting genius—she can bedazzle and bead so hard her Etsy site is one of the hottest in the world. So it’s only natural that Luna would convince her brother and his husband-to-be to compete on The Wedding Game, a “do-it-yourself” TV show, for the title of Top DIY Wedding Expert.

As a jaded divorce lawyer, Alec Baxter scoffs at weddings and romance. But when his recently engaged brother begs him to participate in The Wedding Game, Alec grudgingly picks up a glue gun and prepares for some family bonding.

Both fierce competitors, Luna and Alec clash on national TV as harsh words and glitter fly with abandon. But as they bicker over color swatches and mood boards, they find themselves fighting something else: their growing mutual attraction. While Luna is torn between family loyalty and her own feelings, Alec wonders if he might have been wrong about love and marriage all along…

Paperback, 400 pages
Published March 1st 2021 by Montlake
9781542025195

The West and the Muslim world : imperialism and diplomacy / Abdol Rauh Yaccob, Mahayudin Haji Yahaya, Muhammed Sahrin Haji Masri.
Gadong, Brunei Darussalam Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University,
178 pages

The Widow is a fast start for an author whose talent merits a large and happy readership. Jean Taylor's life was blissfully ordinary. Nice house, nice husband. Glen was all she'd ever wanted: her Prince Charming. Until he became that man accused, that monster on the front page. Jean was married to a man everyone thought capable of unimaginable evil. But now Glen is dead and she's alone for the first time, free to tell her story....

This is a story about REAL WITCHES

Whether you're revisiting this childhood favorite or discovering it for the first time, The Witches promises a delightful blend of suspense and humor that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Transform your reading experience with The Witches by Roald Dahl, a timeless classic that blends dark humor and thrilling adventure!

Step into a world where witches are real and they despise children. Follow the journey of an unnamed boy who, after losing his parents, moves in with his wise Norwegian grandmother. She teaches him how to identify these cunning creatures who disguise themselves as ordinary women. With claws instead of fingernails and square feet, these witches are more terrifying than you can imagine!

Uncover the Plot:

As the boy and his grandmother embark on a vacation, they unwittingly check into a hotel hosting the Grand High Witch's annual convention. Here, the wicked leader reveals her sinister plan to turn all children in England into mice using her magical potion. But when the boy is transformed into a mouse himself, he must rely on his wits and his grandmother’s wisdom to thwart the witches' evil scheme.

Why You'll Love It:

• Imaginative Storytelling: Roald Dahl's unique narrative style captivates readers of all ages.
• Themes of Bravery and Friendship: Witness the power of cleverness and teamwork as the boy and his friends devise a plan to defeat the witches.
• Stunning Illustrations: Enjoy Quentin Blake's iconic illustrations that bring this enchanting tale to life.

ISBN: 9780241578179

When a new family moves into a house in Pendle, they unknowingly discover a "witch’s bottle" filled with ancient curses. This discovery releases the vengeful spirits of those accused during the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612. 

As chaos erupts, trainee ghost hunters Eve, Clovis, and Tom are called in for their most dangerous mission yet. Alongside their mentor, Professor Rufus, they must stop the ghosts from possessing the descendants of those responsible for the 17th-century trials before history repeats itself in a deadly new way. 

Features & Benefits

• Authentic Spookiness: Written by Yvette Fielding, the famous presenter of TV's Most Haunted, bringing real-world paranormal expertise to the narrative.
• Historical Foundation: Blends chilling fiction with the real-life history of the 1612 Pendle Witch Trials, making it both educational and thrilling.
• High Engagement: Features short, fast-paced chapters designed to keep middle-grade and young adult readers hooked.
• Modern Tech vs. Ancient Evil: Combines modern ghost-hunting gadgets with traditional folklore, perfect for fans of Stranger Things or Lockwood & Co..

Product Details
Author: Yvette Fielding
Series: The Ghost Hunter Chronicles (Book 3)
Publisher: Andersen Press 
Publication Date: September 2023
Format: Paperback
Page Count: 288 pages
Language: English
Reading Age: 11–13 years
ISBN-13: 9781839133183

Experience the unforgettable story of courage and sacrifice in 'The Women' by Kristin Hannah. A #1 bestseller, this novel honors the unsung heroes of the Vietnam War.

A #1 Bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times!

From the acclaimed author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds, comes a gripping novel that shines a light on the unsung heroes of the Vietnam War: the brave women who risked everything to serve their country.

About the Book:

• A Coming of Age Story: Follow Frances "Frankie" McGrath, a young nursing student who dares to imagine a different future for herself amidst the turmoil of 1965.

• A Journey to War: Frankie joins the Army Nurse Corps and follows her brother's path to Vietnam, where she faces the chaos and destruction of war.

• A Battle Beyond War: The real challenge lies in returning home to a divided America, where she must confront angry protesters and a nation that wants to forget.

Why This Book Matters:

• Historical Fiction at Its Best: A richly drawn story with a memorable heroine, exploring deep friendships and bold patriotism.

• Overlooked Heroes: Honors the sacrifices and contributions of American military nurses who served in Vietnam.

• Critical Acclaim: Praised by People Magazine, The New York Times, and authors like Delia Owens and Bonnie Garmus.

Format: Hardcover
Page Count: 471
ISBN: 9781250178633
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Publication Date: February 6, 2024

Order Now and Dive into the Inspiring Story of Courage and Sacrifice!

THE WORLD IS FULL OF MARRIED MEN is a devastating exposure of the cutthroat media business — the phony promises and the very real power of the casting couch.

Sex, lies, infidelity and consequences…
David Cooper cheats on his wife Linda. She doesn’t cheat — and that suits him fine. All their friends seem to accept it too.

But when Linda strikes up her own affair (with a rock star no less!), David is livid, threatens to divorce her, and runs to his beautiful mistress Claudia, announcing that he will marry her instead. But Claudia laughs in his face and tells him “No thank you, marriage is not for me, I just enjoy sleeping with married men.”

And so the double standard turns…

Publication Oct 2013 / Publisher SIMON & SCHUSTER / ISBN13 9781471134197

Show Dad how much you care this Father's Day with the perfect gift – "The World's a Dad" by Eric Grimes! This beautiful book is a celebration of fatherhood that will be cherished for years to come.

Laughter, tears, protectiveness, and playfulness – "The World's a Dad" by Eric Grimes captures the full spectrum of emotions that define the father-child relationship. This heartwarming book is a treasure trove of precious moments that celebrate the irreplaceable role of dads.   

The love between fathers and their children is a beautiful thing, and The Worlds a Dad captures that very special bond in 60 inspirational photographs of male parents and their offspring, both human and animal. Here are dads carrying their babies, playing with their kids, and cuddling and protecting their little ones. Quotations about fatherhood, from sources as diverse as Shakespeare and Bill Cosby, The Talmud and Sigmund Freud, compliment the images,

Harry Bosch is California's newest private investigator. He doesn't advertise, he doesn't have an office, and he's picky about who he works for, but it doesn't matter. His chops from thirty years with the LAPD speak for themselves.

Soon one of Southern California's biggest moguls comes calling. The reclusive billionaire is nearing the end of his life and is haunted by one regret. When he was young, he had a relationship with a Mexican girl, his great love. But soon after becoming pregnant, she disappeared. Did she have the baby? And if so, what happened to it?

Desperate to know whether he has an heir, the dying magnate hires Bosch, the only person he can trust. With such a vast fortune at stake, Harry realizes that his mission could be risky not only for himself but for the one he's seeking. But as he begins to uncover the haunting story--and finds uncanny links to his own past--he knows he cannot rest until he finds the truth.

At the same time, unable to leave cop work behind completely, he volunteers as an investigator for a tiny cash-strapped police department and finds himself tracking a serial rapist who is one of the most baffling and dangerous foes he has ever faced.