Summer Reads

Now in paperback, the ninth novel of the bestselling Rivers of London urban fantasy series returns to the adventures of Peter Grant, detective and apprentice wizard, as he solves magical crimes in the city of London.There is a world hidden underneath...

“Dazzling . . . In this extremely creepy book, Hayder’s third, the diabolically gifted British author spins a fascinating mystery from the legacy of Japanese atrocities during World War II.”—Entertainment Weekly“A haunting,...

(Available after March 30th, 2023)A damsel in distress takes on the dragon herself in this epic twist on classic fantasy. Based on a screenplay by Dan Mazeau, this is a groundbreaking collaboration between New York Times bestselling author Evelyn Skye...

In Book 2 of the Kane Chronicles, now in paperback, Carter and Sadie Kane face growing opposition from the House of Life, and the stage is set for the final battle, to take place in Book 3.“Fans of the Riordan magic--equal parts danger, myth, and...

In their exciting final adventure, now in paperback, Carter and Sadie Kane are the mortal world's only hope of defeating the forces of chaos.“Fans of the Riordan magic—equal parts danger, myth, and irreverence—will embrace this new series with open arms...

Soft spoken yet powerful, Serenity perfectly captures the constant battle of fear and courage that lives within us.The seeds of Serenity were planted in F.S. Yousaf’s last collection of poetry, Sincerely. Struck by inspiration and overwhelmed by the...

From the longest study of happiness comes the definitive answer to the age-old question, what really makes us happy? Even better, this book is filled with tools and advice to help us achieve it. What makes for a happy life, a fulfilling life?...

The definitive guide to the history of fashion.From Ancient Egypt and Marie Antionette to Alexander McQueen and Chanel, this visually stunning fashion design book charts the evolution of clothing and shows how every generation reinvents fashion! The...

Winner of the 2023 CLMP Firecracker Award for Poetry.Winner of the 2023 Northern California Book Award for Poetry.Finalist for the 2023 Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award.Finalist for the 2022 L.A. Times Book Prize for Poetry.Longlisted for the 2023 PEN/Jean...

Humanity’s greatest heroes battle the gods for the survival of the human race!Once every millennium, the gods assemble to decide if humanity is worthy of its continued existence or if it should be destroyed! When the verdict is destruction, the final...

(Available after April 30th, 2023)The definitive guide to the development, form, function, and disorders of the human body.The most detailed popular reference book on human anatomy available, this beautiful exploration of the human body is now in its...

Three-time Eisner Award winner Junji Ito’s legendary sci-fi thriller is finally available in English!Four people intent on killing themselves meet through the suicide website Black Paradox: Maruso, a nurse who despairs about the future; Taburo, a man who...

Journal 29: Interactive Book GameJournal 29 is a unique book game where you can solve riddles and puzzles and submit your answers online to get the keys and move forward.To solve the riddles, you need to think out of the box. You can write, draw, search,...

“As David Robson makes plain in this compelling book, the way we think about the world can profoundly shape how we navigate it. Based in science and packed with smart advice, The Expectation Effect will expand your mind—and maybe...

Simple ways to strengthen any relationship With more than 10 million copies sold, The 5 Love Languages® continues to transform relationships worldwide. And though originally written for married couples, its concepts have proven applicable to...

The gripping account of how the Royal family really operates, from the journalist who has spent years studying them. Who really runs the show and, as Charles III begins his reign, what will happen next?Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied...

Beginning with a dilemma about whether he spends more money on reading or smoking, George Orwell's entertaining and uncompromising essays go on to explore everything from the perils of second-hand bookshops to the dubious profession of being a...

'A beautiful book' -- Ursula K. Le GuinThis mordantly funny and provocative tale from Soviet Russia's leading science fiction writers is the story of astrophysicist Dmitri Malianov. As he reaches a major breakthrough, he finds himself plagued by...

In the tradition of The Arabian Nights, a beautifully illustrated tapestry of folk tales and myths about the secret legacy of female storytellers in an imagined medieval world.In the Empire of Migdal Bavel, Cherry is married to Jerome, a wicked man who...

A fresh and acclaimed account of the Spanish Civil War by the bestselling author of Stalingrad and The Battle of ArnhemTo mark the 70th anniversary of the Spanish Civil War's outbreak, Antony Beevor has written a completely updated and revised account of...