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On the Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsOn the night you were born, you brought wonder and magic to the world. The moon stayed up till morning. Polar bears danced.Here is a book that celebrates the one and only ever you! Now available in its entirety in board book format, Nancy Tillman's masterpiece is perfect for acknowledging the special people in our lives that they are loved... -
![Just for You by Mercer Mayer]()
Just for You by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsLittle Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he's trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story... -
![Boynton's Greatest Hits The Big Yellow Box (Boxed Set): The Going to Bed Book; Horns to Toes; Opposites; But Not the Hippopotamus by Sandra Boynton]()
Boynton's Greatest Hits The Big Yellow Box (Boxed Set): The Going to Bed Book; Horns to Toes; Opposites; But Not the Hippopotamus by Sandra Boynton
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThese four favorite board books from beloved and bestselling Sandra Boynton are now available in one hilarious set!The Big Yellow Box is a perfect collection for terrific little kids... -
![Gabriel Garcia Marquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude: Essays (Bloom's Modern Critical Interpretations) by Harold Bloom, Gabriel Welsch]()
Gabriel Garcia Marquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude: Essays (Bloom's Modern Critical Interpretations) by Harold Bloom, Gabriel Welsch
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings- Presents the most important 20th-century criticism on major works from The Odyssey through modern literature- The critical essays reflect a variety of schools of criticism- Contains critical biographies, notes on the contributing critics, a chronology of the author's life, and an index- Introductory essay by Harold... -
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![The Everything in the Whole Wide World Museum (Sesame Street) (Pictureback (R)) by Norman Stiles, Daniel Wilcox]()
The Everything in the Whole Wide World Museum (Sesame Street) (Pictureback (R)) by Norman Stiles, Daniel Wilcox
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIllustrations in color. The fuzzy Sesame Street puppet tours The Small Hall, The Carrot Room, and other unusual exhibits in a unique museum... -
![Poésies complètes by Arthur Rimbaud]()
Poésies complètes by Arthur Rimbaud
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratings*ILLUSTRATED EDITION French poet and adventurer, who stopped writing verse at the age of 19, and who became, after his early death an inextricable myth in French gay life. Rimbaud's poetry, partially written in free verse, is characterized by dramatic and imaginative vision... -
![Making Rounds by J.A. Armstrong]()
Making Rounds by J.A. Armstrong
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRaising three children ensures life is never dull for Dr. Brooke Campbell and her wife Tess. Striking the right balance while managing hectic schedules and competing priorities is no simple task. Twins, David and Danielle, are about to turn thirteen. The little baby they were so excited to welcome is quickly becoming a toddler... -
![Clifford's Family by Norman Bridwell]()
Clifford's Family by Norman Bridwell
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsIntroducing Clifford Beginning Books featuring classic Clifford stories in a paper-over-board format priced at only $3.99!Meet Clifford's family! The Big Red Dog's mother, father, brother, and sisters are scattered all over a big city and live very different lives. They may all live apart, but they will always love each other... -
![Good Night, Little Bear by Patricia M. Scarry]()
Good Night, Little Bear by Patricia M. Scarry
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsFirst a story, and then a kiss from Mother Bear, and Father Bear carries Little Bear to bed. And that's when the fun begins. Father Bear gets to Little Bear's room, but Little Bear is missing! Little readers will see him hiding in the MOST obvious place but Father Bear cannot seem to find him... -
![Rain Man by Leonore Fleischer, Kieran McGovern]()
Rain Man by Leonore Fleischer, Kieran McGovern
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsCharlie Babbitt thinks he will get a lot of money when his father dies. However the money goes to someone he doesn't know - a man who lives in hospital and is the brother Charlie never knew he had. The two meet and so starts a surprising new life for both of them. A deeply emotional story and also a major film starring Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman... -
![The Collected Books by Jack Spicer]()
The Collected Books by Jack Spicer
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Collected Books includes all the poems written from After Lorca (1957) up to the poet's early death, including Admonitions (1958), A Book of Music (1958), Billy the Kid (1958), and The Holy Grail (1962)... -
![Socks for Supper by Jack Kent]()
Socks for Supper by Jack Kent
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen a poor couple exchange socks for cheese and milk, they receive more than expected... -
![No Roses for Harry! by Gene Zion]()
No Roses for Harry! by Gene Zion
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe popular hero of Harry the Dirty Dog does his best to be rid of Grandmothers birthday presenta silly green sweater with yellow roses. Will bring laughter and sympathy. Recommended for all picture book collections. SLJ... -
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![Love Makes a Family by Sophie Beer]()
Love Makes a Family by Sophie Beer
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhether you have two mums, two dads, one parent, or one of each, there's one thing that makes a family a family... and that's love. A book for EVERY family by dazzling illustrator Sophie Beer... -
![Coming Home by K.J .]()
Coming Home by K.J .
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhat would happen if your regular, ordinary, safe, everyday existence suddenly became…not any of those things? When Samantha Markson, Ordinary Person, is thrust into the life of Abigail Taylor, Not At All Ordinary Person, it proves to be an experience like she’s never had before... -
![Just a Mess by Mercer Mayer]()
Just a Mess by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsLittle Critter has made quite the mess in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book.Whether he’s shoving junk under the bed, cramming toys in the closet, or overstuffing drawers with clothes, children everywhere will relate to this beloved story... -
![Jillian Jiggs by Phoebe Gilman]()
Jillian Jiggs by Phoebe Gilman
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsJillian Jiggs-- who spends most of her time making up games and playing dress-up-- is much too busy to clean her... -
![Purple, Green and Yellow by Robert Munsch]()
Purple, Green and Yellow by Robert Munsch
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsBrigid really loves markers. But when she draws on herself with super-permanent ink, she knows that spells trouble... -
![A Season in Hell/Illuminations by Arthur Rimbaud]()
A Season in Hell/Illuminations by Arthur Rimbaud
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWritten by Rimbaud at the age of 18 in the wake of his tempestuous affair with fellow poet Paul Verlaine, "A Season in Hell" has been a touchstone for anguished poets, artists, and lovers for more than a century... -
![Peace At Last by Jill Murphy]()
Peace At Last by Jill Murphy
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe hour was late and Mr Bear was tired. But he could not sleep - however he tried and wherever he tried. SNORE, SNORE went Mrs Bear. TICK-TOCK, TICK-TOCK went the clock. Would he never get to sleep? The familiar noises, repetition and beautiful illustrations make this delightful picture book an all-time favourite with children and adults everywhere... -
![Sweet Things by J.A. Armstrong]()
Sweet Things by J.A. Armstrong
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCarrie Maynard’s life changed the day she walked into Devon Brine’s restaurant. It’s about to change again in ways she would never have imagined. On the heels of a romantic proposal, Carrie and Devon are about to embark on the greatest adventure of their lives—attempting to create a family. Families come in many shapes and sizes... -
![Two Hearts Forever by Harper Bliss]()
Two Hearts Forever by Harper Bliss
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter overcoming their difficulties in Two Hearts Together, Anna and Zoe are nurturing their relationship, letting it grow slowly but surely. When a surprise visitor shows up in Donovan Grove, things threaten to go off course... -
![How to Carry Water: Selected Poems of Lucille Clifton by Lucille Clifton]()
How to Carry Water: Selected Poems of Lucille Clifton by Lucille Clifton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHow to Carry Selected Poems of Lucille Clifton celebrates both familiar and lesser-known works by one of America’s most beloved poets, including 10 newly discovered poems that have never been collected... -
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![Domestic Policy by J.A. Armstrong]()
Domestic Policy by J.A. Armstrong
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsManaging an ever-growing family has taught President Candace Reid to expect the unexpected. Nothing could prepare her for what she’s about to face.Away from their home in New York, Candace and Jameson find that creating a sense of home in the White House is no simple task... -
![Папа, мама, бабушка, восемь детей и грузовик by Anne-Cath. Vestly]()
Папа, мама, бабушка, восемь детей и грузовик by Anne-Cath. Vestly
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratings... -
![What Riley Wore by Elana K. Arnold]()
What Riley Wore by Elana K. Arnold
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsGender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends in this sweet and timely picture book from Elana K. Arnold and Linda Davick.Riley wears whatever clothes feel right each day. On Monday, Riley feels shy and wears a bunny costume to school. On Tuesday, a scary trip to the dentist calls for a super hero cape... -
![Arthur S Pet Business: by Marc Brown]()
Arthur S Pet Business: by Marc Brown
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsArthur's determination to prove he is responsible enough to have a puppy brings him a menagerie of animals to care for... -
![Rri po te mundesh. Shko nese duhet. by Helga Flatland]()
Rri po te mundesh. Shko nese duhet. by Helga Flatland
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsRomanen tar utgangspunkt i tre unge barndomsvenner - Tarjei, Trygve og Kristian - og deres beslutning om å verve seg til de norske styrkene i Afghanistan. Ingen av de tre kommer tilbake... -
![Please Try to Remember the First of Octember! by Theo LeSieg]()
Please Try to Remember the First of Octember! by Theo LeSieg
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsDr. Seuss imagines a day when all your wishes come true in this classic Beginner Book. Octember the First is the day on which all your most outlandish wishes come true... -
![Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson]()
Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 20 ratings1 told 2and 2 told 3,"I'll race you to the topof the apple tree."One hundred and one numbers climb the apple tree in this bright, rollicking, joyous book for young children. As the numerals pile up and bumblebees threaten, what's the number that saves the day? (Hint: It rhymes with "hero.") Read and count and play and laugh to learn the surprising answer... -
![Los ojos del perro siberiano by Antonio Santa Ana]()
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![Three Poems by John Ashbery]()
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![Waiting in the Wings by J.A. Armstrong]()
Waiting in the Wings by J.A. Armstrong
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLife after the highs and lows of creating the hit television show OFF SCREEN has fallen into a comfortable routine for Addison Blake and Emma Bronson. Planning their future and spending time with their toddler consumes their days. But, sometimes to appreciate the present and embrace the future, you have to face the ghosts of the past. Addison has been approached about rebooting the popular show... -
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![How to Love by Susan Hawke]()
How to Love by Susan Hawke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTake one hurting guy still recovering from scandal…Two years ago, Hunter Riley was ghosted by his long-term boyfriend, then stuck with a ruined reputation when the town mistakenly thought he’d cheated on his ex… a man fighting breast cancer. These days, Hunter is happiest simply taking care of the sick kittens he fosters and rarely leaves his house... -
![Once Burned by Alexa Land]()
Once Burned by Alexa Land
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCameron Doyle is an arson investigator who’s learned he can’t trust anyone. Ignacio Mondelvano is an artist with a secret that could tear them apart. A year ago, shy, quiet Cameron had his trust shattered by a sociopath who used him to gain information on an arson case... -
![Richard Scarry's Best First Book Ever! by Richard Scarry]()
Richard Scarry's Best First Book Ever! by Richard Scarry
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIllus. in full color. Favorite Scarry animal characters introduce simple learning concepts and over 700 words... -
![天使的禮物 by Astrid Lindgren]()
天使的禮物 by Astrid Lindgren
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTraditional Chinese edition of a classic from Swedish legend Astrid Lindgren: Madicken och Junibackens Pims (Madicken: present from an angel). The book was adapted to a 1980 family film titled "Mag of June Hill." In Traditional Chinese. Annotation copyright Tsai Fong Books, Inc. Distributed by Tsai Fong Books, Inc... -
![Just Going to the Dentist by Mercer Mayer]()
Just Going to the Dentist by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFor use in schools and libraries only. Little Critter goes to the dentist for a checkup, and finds that going to the dentist isn't so bad... -
![Collected Poems, 1912-1944 by H.D.]()
Collected Poems, 1912-1944 by H.D.
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOf special significance are the "Uncollected and Unpublished Poems (1912-1944)," the third section of the book, written mainly in the 1930s, during H. D.'s supposed "fallow" period. As these pages reveal, she was in fact writing a great deal of important poetry at the time, although publishing only a small part of it... -
![Separate Rooms by Pier Vittorio Tondelli]()
Separate Rooms by Pier Vittorio Tondelli
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLeo is an Italian writer in his thirties. Thomas, his German lover, is dead. On a plane to Munich, Thomas?s home town, Leo slips into a reverie of their meeting and life in Paris, nights in Thomas?s flat in Montmartre and a desperate, drug-induced flight through the forests of northern France that spells the end for Leo and Thomas? languid, erotic life together. Leo travels to find anonymity... -
![Arthur Writes a Story by Marc Brown]()
Arthur Writes a Story by Marc Brown
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhat makes a good story? That's the question Arthur asks himself when Mr. Ratburn gives a creative writing assignment to his class... -
![Mortimer by Robert Munsch]()
Mortimer by Robert Munsch
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWith over half a million copies in print, Mortimer is one of Robert Munsch’s most popular and beloved books. Mortimer is the story “... of a little boy who won’t go to sleep at night and who drives his family crazy with his rowdiness ... [It] reads as though it was written by a parent driven frantic by one of the contemporary but compulsive stages of childrearing .. -
![Amelia Bedelia and the Baby by Peggy Parish]()
Amelia Bedelia and the Baby by Peggy Parish
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsTaking care of baby Amelia Bedelia has her hands full when she takes care of Mrs. Lane's baby. As usual, the literal-minded housekeeper mixes things up, but she also wins the heart of her newest and youngest fan... -
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![Tootle by Gertrude Crampton]()
Tootle by Gertrude Crampton
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratings#8 of 68 Special miniature versions of Golden's best-loved children's stories.In this classic Little Golden Book from 1945, Tootle is a young locomotive who loves to chase butterflies through the meadow... -
![The Berenstain Bears and the Sitter by Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain]()
The Berenstain Bears and the Sitter by Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsLeft with a babysitter for the first time, Brother and Sister Bear are certain they won't like her. But with her bag of tricks and comforting way of tucking them in, Mrs. Grizzle wins them over... -
![Something Great by Jeanette Bradley]()
Something Great by Jeanette Bradley
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsVoila! Quinn spent the morning in their workshop, and they emerged with Something Great! But. What is it?No one seemed to understand that Something Great isn't supposed to be anything. It was just. itself. Something Great.Then, the new kid asks to play with Quinn and Something Great. They discover that Something Great can be an elevator, a bug catcher, or a stick lifter. It could even be... -
![Hair Balls by Tara Lain]()
Hair Balls by Tara Lain
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat happens when a blue-collar dude who hides behind his Sasquatch hair gets sheared by a toppy femme in pink lace bikini panties?Contractor, Rick Ronconi can’t admit what he really wants because it’ll lose him his job, his father, his few friends, and maybe even the one thing he really cares about—his sister, Alice... -
![The Celebrants by Steven Rowley]()
The Celebrants by Steven Rowley
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA Big Chill for our times, celebrating decades-long friendships and promises--especially to ourselves--by the bestselling and beloved author of The Guncle. It's been a minute--or five years--since Jordan Vargas last saw his college friends, and twenty-eight years since their graduation when their adult lives officially began... -
![Undercurrent by Pandora Pine]()
Undercurrent by Pandora Pine
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTWO LOST MEN, ONE SAFE HARBOR…Internationally best-selling author, Landon Fairchild struck gold with his first novel, but can’t seem to string two words together now...
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