A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionALA's Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult ReadersEnter the world of Muqadas, where the climb to the top of this vertically stacked city—away from disease-ridden waters of the lower levels—is paved with betrayal, secrets, and rebellion in this debut graphic novel from author Son M. and artist Robin Yao.Lifelong friends Basem, Mustafa, and Aarfah have carved out a place for themselves in ...

**Animalheads by Son M. and Sam Curtis is a slam-dunk of an action thriller graphic novel! Brought to print for the first time by Dark Horse in collaboration with Tapas, the revolutionary digital comics platform.When four best friends enter adulthood with no job prospects and the insatiable pressures of family hanging over them, they get creative—the more dangerous the gig, the richer the reward.**What starts off as a part-time venture scaring people quickly spiral...

The Silence of the Lambs meets Something is Killing the Children in the supernatural horror thriller, SOMETHING CRAWLED OUT, where the devil you know may be the most terrifying of all.The Devil wears many disguises – even the face of a friend.Something wicked crawled out screaming.In the small Midwest town of Welling Grove, Edith "Eddie" Miller has no grand plans or great prospects. She spends her days sle...

THE PARADOX:"the more he searches, the less he knows**"**Where does understanding originate: in the heavens above, or in the stillness within?The Paradox follows the soft, steady emergence of a mind that knows itself. It beings in innocence: a young being who believes that kindness ensures love, effort ensures presence, and the world is as honest as his intentions. But as life unfolds, he learns that humans are much more complex than any lesson possi...

Sex is the foundation of many relationships. But what if sex was no longer on the table? Deidra D. S. Green introduces us to Alexis Bradley and Chance Eubanks. The two have been a couple for nearly three years. Alexis said yes when Chance proposed marriage, but Alexis is struggling. She loves Chance true enough, but her sanctified upbringing and the shameful looks from her parents have made her reconsider the current dynamics of their relationship. Convicted by the sins of...

The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, Order Sons of Italy in America was chartered in 1914 and is one of the oldest lodges in the United States. The lodge recently celebrated its centennial with a long list of events that extolled the preservation and promotion of Italian heritage and culture that has endured since its inception. Founded by Italian immigrants and continued by their descendants, the organization has seen local lodges and junior lodges spring up across the commonwealth with the ...

The evening of May 10, 1970, found a young Watt M. Casey Jr. standing awestruck, only a few feet from Jimi Hendrix as the legendary guitarist tore into his unique arrangement of “The Star-Spangled Banner” on the stage of San Antonio’s Hemisphere Arena during the Texas leg of his Cry of Love Tour. Bemoaning the fact that he had no camera to document the amazing experience or the visionary musicians creating it, Watt promised himself that he would make up for his oversight in the weeks and y...

The specific—and varied—ways in which assessment and evaluation can impact learning and teaching have become an important language education research concern, particularly as educators are increasingly called on to implement these processes for improvement, accountability, or curricular development purposes. Useful Assessment and Evaluation in Language Education showcases contemporary research that explores innovative uses of assessment and evaluation in a variety of educational c...

When a violent storm washes away the only bridge to the remote coastal village of Seabreeze, the historic Lighthouse Café and Inn becomes an island unto itself. For café owner Clara Finch, the stranded guests are a welcome distraction from her own troubled past. But the mood shifts when a reclusive stranger takes Room Seven and a guest is found dead under mysterious circumstances. With the police unable to reach them, Clara must rely on her wits and the help of a few unlikely allies among ...

Step inside the kitchen of Sáng**, the beloved family-run Korean restaurant in Sydney’s Surry Hills, and discover 100 recipes that celebrate the bold, diverse and comforting flavours of Korea.** From crisp Korean fried chicken (best served with beer) to bubbling kimchi-jjigae, handmade banchan and sweet, chewy desserts, this is homestyle Korean food at its best — generous, deeply personal, and full of soul.Written by designer-turned-restau...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.With its insightful approach, this book explores the secrets to unlocking your full potential and achieving remarkable success in the world of sales. Cleverly streamlined for easy comprehension, it takes you on a journey of unleashing untapped opportunities and building lasting connections with prospective clients. Amidst practical techniques and expert advice, Networking Triumphs guides you towards unparalleled triumphs by harnessing t...

A hauntingly beautiful tale that weaves together the fleeting bloom of Kyoto's spring, a series of hand‑sent postcards, and a love that refuses to fade. When Hana receives a mysterious postcard decades after her first love vanished, memories surge like the river Katsura—pulling her into a maze of secrets, regret, and the lingering scent of sakura. This lyrical, unabridged novel explores how the past can both imprison and liberate, inviting readers to chase the ghosts of what might have bee...