The real story of science isn't a triumphant breakthrough. It's messy, mysterious, and deeply human.In Lost in Curiosity, award-winning journalist Roberta Kwok pulls back the curtain on what scientific discovery actually looks like… Not a Eureka moment, but a fraught, often chaotic pursuit of truth.Chronicling researchers' struggles and hopes in the field and lab, Kwok documents it all: fending off relentless snowfall on a remote Greenland glacier,...

Her noble name made her a threat to the new king.To remain in favor he would do anything…even accept the hand of his enemy.The beautiful, cherished daughter of Scottish nobility, Melusine of Ulle had all the privileges of rank. But her family and her life were destroyed by the ravages of war.A bastard son of an English lord, Bruno of Jernaeve was born with nothing. But through loyalty, cleverness, and brute strength, he carved out a...

A NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS' CHOICEAN OTHERPPL AUGUST BOOK CLUB PICKThree generations of the Ansaldo family grapple with the aftermath of a tragic murder in this sweeping, cinematic debut set in 1980s Rome, for fans of Elena Ferrante and Liz Moore.It’s a sultry August night when sixteen-year-old Betta Ansaldo convinces her cousin Miriam to sneak out to the local beach for a party. Only Miriam returns. Traumatized by the violenc...

"Robert Gellis has an extraordinary talent!"—Affaire de CoeurWith more than 8 million books in print RT Book Reviews Lifetime Achievement Award-winning author Roberta Gellis is the master of the medieval romance.Lissa never much liked her elderly husband, but she certainly hadn't suspected he was plotting treason. When she's suddenly left a widow, the sharp gaze of the king's head investigator turns straight to her. Sir Justin is honor-bound to treat Lissa...

Discover the wild history of Jane Goodall’s life and work in this Who HQ biography exploring one of history’s most influential scientists.In this exceptional Who HQ biography that is accessible for young readers, the life and legacy of Jane Goodall, one of the world’s most influential scientists to date, comes alive. Born in London, England, in 1934, Jane loved animals from a very young age, and made it her goal to study them in their natural habitats. So, at age t...

Roberta Gellis has reimagined the Greek myth of Hades and Persephone, in all its colorful intensity. Persephone has been restless under her domineering mother, Demeter. When Hades kidnaps her to his Underworld and teaches her what “gift” she has, he is threatened by the other mages to return her to Demeter. But Demeter realizes that her grown daughter has a will of her own… 1st of the Myth trilogy by Roberta Gellis; originally published by Pinnacle

Toby Brandt would rather be hitting jump shots than doing chores on his Grandpa’s farm. But he’s about to learn a new appreciation for the great outdoors. His cousin Chloe and her friends soon convince Toby to join them on their nature runs. Before long, he learns to enjoy running with them through the woods and navigating their homemade obstacle course. However, when they tell Toby about the upcoming Wild Run, he doesn’t want to risk getting hurt and letting down his friends. Will Toby ov...

Hannah Levi is renowned throughout Venice for her gift at coaxing reluctant babies from their mothers-- a gift aided by the secret " birthing spoons" she designed. But when a count implores her to attend to his wife, who has been laboring for days to give birth to their firstborn son, Hannah is torn. A Papal edict forbids Jews from rendering medical treatment to Christians, but the payment he offers is enough to ransom her beloved husband, Isaac, who has been captured at sea. Can Hannah re...

The body of a woman is found in the bishop of Winchester’s bedchamber, with a letter from the king’s enemy. The obvious purpose is to embarrass the bishop and punish him for daring to criticize the king for his high-handed treatment of the bishop of Salisbury. Winchester’s knight, Sir Bellamy of Itchen, along with Magdalene la Bâtarde, whoremistress of the Old Priory Guesthouse must discover the truth. 4th Magdalene la Bâtarde Medieval Mystery by Roberta Gellis; originally published by Fiv...

A Confusion of Sins is the 5th novel in the series of medieval mysteries featuring Sir Bellamy of Itchen and Magdalene la Bâtarde. It is 1139 and England is in turmoil. King Stephen has found an excuse to seize and imprison the elderly and powerful Bishop of Salisbury and his nephews, whom the King suspects of treason. The monk Bernard of Rouen, a favorite of the Bishop of Rouen—an ally of the King who will be attending the convocation appears to have been murdered shortly after having bee...

Ten of the genre's hottest authors send Cupid’s arrow flying with tantalizing tales to melt your heart and make you blush. From hot, spontaneous encounters to seductive romance for the ages, this collection is jam-packed with all the sexy heroes and plucky heroines you could possibly desire. Get ready to fall in love with Valentine’s Day all over again with ten scintillating stories detailing all the affairs of the heart.

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