August 2022

A twisty and propulsive read, this dark psychological thriller of sibling rivalry, love, betrayal and the dire consequences of family fallout brilliantly plays on our fears of loneliness and abandonment.

If you are like most people, no one taught you about money. In fact, you may still sometimes feel like you don’t know what you are doing and are unsure of how to teach money principles to your teen. This quick read shares the knowledge and tools to help you teach your teen about money to help your teen build a strong foundation for the future.

Mario Conde investigates a murder in the Barrio Chino, the rundown Chinatown of Havana. Not his usual beat, but when Conde was asked to take the case by his colleague, the sultry, perfectly proportioned Lieutenant Patricia Chion, a frequent object of his nightly fantasies, he couldn’t resist. The case proves to be unusual. Soon Conde discovers unexpected connections, secret businesses and a history of misfortune, uprooting and loneliness that affected many immigrant families from China in this page-turner. 

In her first ever book, the actress, best known as Judy Cooper from Disney Channel’s K.C. Undercover, features answers about friends, faith and fame – empowering girls and boys to embrace that their big dreams are valuable, worth chasing and within reach.

The Japanese word kawaii translates to "cute," and this how-to book is chock-full of super-adorable images from your favorite spots around the globe. From animals and nature to fashion and food, you will learn to draw cute artwork from, as YouTube artist Pic Candle (aka Zainab Khan) will show you how to draw kawaii characters from countries all over the world!

A pitch-perfect graduation, baby, or inspirational gift for anyone who needs to me reminded of their own abilities – to dream…by one of the greatest young adult authors in America today.

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape. Spark excitement in Native American history and culture with enchanting stories from tribes across the continent.

 Mac and Mac, who love pie and hate making their beds, are hollow-headed. That’s why they're so easy to fool – and their clever friend Meatball isn't afraid to take advantage of that fact. Illustrated by Tedd Arnold, whose Fly Guy series is a kid favorite, this graphic novel is perfect for comic fans and reluctant readers, with short, funny chapters following Mac and Mac through ridiculous adventures. 

 

Being human means we are full of possibility. We learn, we dream, we wonder at the world around us. But we also make mistakes and can feel fearful or sad. This book affirms that we can make good choices by acting with compassion and having empathy for others and ourselves. When we find common ground, we can feel connected to the great world around us and mindfully strive to be our best selves. Should be read by every member of Congress!

A little boy explains to Mama Slug how to teach Little Slug to read. Here are a few of his reading rules: Attach labels to Little Slug’s favorite things; Read out loud to him; Point out words that repeat; Sound out words; Make a vocabulary list; Be patient! And, of course, it helps if Little Slug can see the book, so prop it up and set him on a rock! David Slonim’s hilarious acrylic and charcoal illustrations and Susan Pearson’s witty text show that reading can be fun in this wonderful read.