Beyond the Stars 9: Classic Science Fiction Adventures invites you on eighteen unforgettable journeys across the solar system and beyond, where every destination promises new discoveries, unexpected dangers, and extraordinary encounters. From lonely planets and drifting spacecraft to distant colonies and mysterious civilizations, these classic tales capture the spirit of adventure that made the Golden Age of science fiction timeless.This collection features an outs...

Collects New X-Men (2001) #114-126 and Annual 2001. Writer Grant Morrison propels the X-Men into the 21st century! Cassandra Nova will stop at nothing to see all mutants exterminated. Her wild Sentinels' first strike on Genosha brings death and horror beyond belief, but she has far more personal plans for the X-Men! Meanwhile, joined by wicked telepath Emma Frost and mysterious powerhouse Xorn, the X-Men go public and expand Xavier's school to train a new generation of mutants - including ...

“We had dared to dream and we would do it again – tomorrow” Meet the Morrison Clan, cousins, friends and neighbours Follow Frank, his brothers, sisters, and buddies as they get themselves into hilarious, touching and sometimes precarious situations throughout Cape Breton Island. A collection of short stories recounting Frank’s memories of a Cape Breton childhood will have you growing up (and sideways) along with the zany Morrison clan. Exploding stills, questionable money-making schemes an...

An exciting audio adaptation of the classic DC comic book series, All-Star Superman by writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely, featuring a full cast, sound effects, and music.All-Star Superman is a spectacular reimagining of the Superman mythos, from the Man of Steel's origin to his greatest foes and beyond and is considered one of the most iconic storylines in the character’s history. In the audiobook, The Man of Steel goes toe-to-toe wit...

In her autobiographical picture book, acclaimed educator and former college basketball player Bettina Love reflects on how she first fell in love with basketball at her father’s knee—honoring the beauty and brilliance of childhood joy.From one of the most important voices on the lives of Black children today comes a story that champions girls who love sports and touts the importance of perseverance and following your dreams, regardless of what others say you can or...

Four starred reviews!From James Beard Award–winning chef Alexander Smalls, New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner, and award-winning illustrator Frank Morrison comes a “vibrant visual narrative” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) of family, traditions, and the little moments shared at the dinner table that make all the difference.There is nothing young Alexander looks forward to more than Sunday Dinner, the spec...

Clarksville, Tennessee, has undergone a colossal metamorphosis since the 1700s, when men like Sevier, Montgomery, and Renfroe fought Native Americans along the Cumberland and Red Rivers. Though these founding fathers would not recognize the present rivers, nor the hills upon which Clarksville has grown, Clarksvillians have kept an awareness of their rich past, bridging their lives with those of the early frontiersmen. Today, Clarksville eclectically blends both metropolitan and rural setti...

From beloved Newbery Honor winner and three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner Rita Williams-Garcia comes a powerful and heartfelt novel about loss, family, and love that will appeal to fans of Jason Reynolds and Kwame Alexander.Clayton feels most alive when he’s with his grandfather, Cool Papa Byrd, and the band of Bluesmen—he can’t wait to join them, just as soon as he has a blues song of his own. But then the unthinkable happens. Cool Papa Byrd dies, and Clayton’s mother forbi...

Award-winning picture book creator Frank Morrison makes his author/illustrator debut in an exuberant story about being yourself.Epic has tricks you won't believe. He's the kick flipping, big rail king. When his family moves to a new neighborhood, he can't wait to hit the street with his skateboard. But his old moves don't feel fresh without a crew to see 'em. Epic thinks about giving up his board to fit in, but an encouraging word from his dad helps him see that th...

**“Mango is as delightful as her middle name indicates, and middle-grade readers will easily recognize their own experiences in her friendship struggles.” —**Booklist (starred review)What happens when your BFF becomes your EFF . . . EX-Friend-Forever? When seventh-grader Mango Delight Fuller accidentally breaks her BFF Brooklyn’s new cell phone, her life falls apart. She loses her friends and her spot on the track team, and even costs her ...

This book contains 25 short stories from 5 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. The stories were carefully selected by the critic August Nemo, in a collection that will please the literature lovers.The theme of this edition is: Mystery and Detective. For more exciting titles, be sure to check out our 7 Best Short Stories and Essential Novelists collections. This book contains: - Jacques Futrelle. - H. and E. Heron. - Arthur Morrison. - John Ulrich Giesy. - Frank L. Packard.

Perfect for newly independent readers—discover the amazing life of one of America’s top ballerinas, Michaela DePrince, whose story is soon to be told in a major motion picture directed by Madonna.At the age of three, Michaela DePrince found a photo of a ballerina that changed her life. She was living in an orphanage in Sierra Leone at the time, but was soon adopted by a family and brought to America. Michaela never forgot the photo of the dancer she once saw, and q...