Nonfiction Fiction

Balto has a quiet life as a sled dog - until tragedy strikes. Dozens of children in Nome become sick with diphtheria. Without antitoxin serum, they will perish - and the closest supply is 650 miles away! The only way to get the serum to Nome is by sled, but can the dogs deliver it in time? Heading bravely into a brutal blizzard, Balto leads the race for life.

Terry Pratchett has earned a place in the hearts of listeners the world over with his best-selling Discworld series - but in recent years he has become equally well-known and respected as an outspoken campaigner for causes including Alzheimer's research and animal rights. A Slip of the Keyboard brings together for the first time the finest examples of Pratchett's nonfiction writing, both serious and surreal: from musings on mushrooms to what it means to be a writer (and why banana daiquiris are so important).

In a typical school year, every kid has one or two things go wrong. But for Jordan, there’s a lot going wrong all the time. By keeping his cool (some of the time), banging on the drums (a lot), and keeping his sense of humor (all the time), Jordan’s going to try to make it through the year...and grow up to write a book about it!

There is no animal in the world that can run faster than a cheetah. Yet, no matter how quickly they run from trouble, cheetahs may not roam the African plains forever. They have lost much of their habitat to farmland, and some are killed by farmers who worry about their livestock. But cheetahs have important friends - like Dr. Laurie Marker and the Cheetah Conservation Fund in Namibia. Rosanna Hansen - who spent time working at the CCF - shares the fascinating story of cheetah preservation in this book young listeners will find irresistible.

These 19 Biblical stories are specifically written for a younger audience of 5 to 10 year-olds, including clear language and sets of questions at the end to improve understanding and comprehension of the important Biblical lessons and better understand Christian teaching and the Gospel.

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Learn all about ancient Norse mythology - for kids, teenagers and even adults - a must read! Prepare to be whisked away on an extraordinary adventure to ancient world of the Vikings! Perfect for young readers, this captivating book guides readers through the spectacular tales of gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters that have inspired generations. We’ll uncover a rich tapestry of stories: • Discover Odin, the All-Father and king of the gods, ruler of Asgard. • Hear the BOOM! of Thor’s mighty hammer, Mjolnir, as he battles giants and monsters to protect Asgard and the human world. ...

These are the adventures and discoveries of the scientists who revealed the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it attracted scientists, who unraveled the mysteries of how such a remarkable creature could exist, how it uses the deadly germs in its saliva to its advantage, and how those microbes may lead to cures for stubborn diseases.

Unlock the transformative power of reading with How to Read a Book: Unlocking the Mind’s Hidden Stage by Dr. Elias Vorne, PhD—the only guide you’ll ever need to master the art of reading any book, from novels to textbooks, memoirs to poetry. In a distracted world where skimming and scrolling dominate, this book is your blueprint to becoming a lifelong reader, equipping you with the mindset and tools to extract wisdom, emotion, and insight from every page. Whether you’re a student, professional, or curious learner, this is your key to making reading an invaluable, life-changing skill...

This audiobook introduces counting by tens by counting the number of petals in a vase full of daisies.

Michelle Lantz dreams of marrying and starting a family, and now that she’s been dating Korey for more than a year, she thought it was only a matter of time before he proposed. But lately, Korey has seemed distant and is far from the attentive boyfriend she once knew. They’ve spent so much time together that she feels she can’t give up on their relationship, but she begins to question her own feelings as his seem to cool.

A constellation of previously published pieces and new essays as provocative and idiosyncratic as any he’s written, this volume sheds light on an array of topics from sex in cinema to drugs, graffiti, Bob Dylan, cyberculture, 9/11, book touring, and Marlon Brando, as well as on a shelf’s worth of his literary models and contemporaries: Norman Mailer, Paula Fox, Bret Easton Ellis, James Wood, and oth­ers.

Nine-year-old Ling is very comfortable in her life; her parents are both dedicated surgeons in the best hospital in Wuhan. But when Comrade Li, one of Mao's political officers, moves into a room in their apartment, Ling begins to witness the gradual disintegration of her world. In an atmosphere of increasing mistrust, Ling fears for the safety of her neighbors and, soon, for herself and family.

In 1884, Sarah Winchester began building a large mansion in Santa Clara County, California. Under Sarah's direction, the house rose to be seven stories high and filled with mysterious features, including stairs that lead to nowhere and windows that look into other interior rooms. The house is more than just oddly designed, however: Many people believe that it is haunted.

Want to write fiction that has your readers begging for more? This isn’t your English teacher’s composition class. The 5-Star Formula is a straightforward, no-nonsense guide that combines the best tips and techniques I’ve learned—from writing courses, workshops, and stacks of craft books—into one concise, easy-to-follow method. This is my recipe for writing fiction that connects, captivates, and earns those coveted five-star reviews. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Develop unforgettable characters that feel real Plot stories with purpose, pacing, and heart Write scenes that grip ...

Based on a true story originally written by one of the survivors, Neta Lohnes Frazier's account of seven children traveling westward still has the power to astonish. In the 1840s, the Sager family set off on the Oregon Trail, a dangerous and adventure-filled journey. Tragedy struck when both the mother and father succumbed to fever, orphaning the youngsters - one just a newborn. The entire wagon train adopted them, until they arrived at the Whitman Mission in Oregon.

This chapter-book edition of the number-one New York Times best seller by luminaries Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds is an essential introduction to the history of racism and antiracism in America.

Introduces some common objects that are purple in color, including jelly, cabbage, and flowers.

Death is an experience that we will all have. As I write this book a dear one has been diagnosed with a terminal cancer. It has been heartbreaking to watch him wither away every day. The only way that I get through life’s challenges is through writing. This book captures my thoughts about death and grief, reflecting on how I want to live before I die. These are my gentle thoughts in words in this hard times.

Many kids claim to have seen ghosts in all sorts of places - cemeteries, bedrooms, attics, schools, roadways, forests, caves. Often, experts were called in to investigate these apparent hauntings, and most of the time these so-called experts walked away baffled. The only thing that everyone could agree on was that something very weird had happened, something that could never be fully explained.