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The Hangman

by Louise Penny ...

On a cold November morning, a jogger runs through the woods in the peaceful Quebec village of Three Pines. On his run, he finds a dead man hanging from a tree. The dead man was a guest at the local Inn and Spa. He might have been looking for peace and quiet, but something else found him. Something horrible. Did the man take his own life? Or was he murdered? Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is called ... Read more

$3.99 CAD

On a cold November morning, a jogger runs through the woods in the peaceful Quebec village of Three Pines. On his run, he finds a dead man hanging from a tree. The dead man was a guest at the local Inn and Spa. He might have been looking for peace and quiet, but something else found him. Something horrible. Did the man take his own life? Or was he murdered? Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is called
... Read more
The Misadventures of Zhou Haisheng

Mandarin Companion Graded Readers Breakthrough Level

by John Pasden, Jared Turner ...

Series series Mandarin Companion
Zhou Haisheng is a fun-loving and determined young boy whose life revolves around school and his family’s Chinese restaurant. Always well-intentioned, he finds ways to help out his hard-working parents with the family business. Whether it's inventing his own noodle recipe, delivering the wrong order to a customer, or resorting to extremes when a competing noodle shop opens across the street, Zhou ... Read more

$10.98 CAD

Zhou Haisheng is a fun-loving and determined young boy whose life revolves around school and his family’s Chinese restaurant. Always well-intentioned, he finds ways to help out his hard-working parents with the family business. Whether it's inventing his own noodle recipe, delivering the wrong order to a customer, or resorting to extremes when a competing noodle shop opens across the street, Zhou
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Xiao Ming, Boy Sherlock

Mandarin Companion Graded Readers Breakthrough Level

by John Pasden, Jared Turner ...

Series series Mandarin Companion
Even at a young age, Xiao Ming (boy Sherlock Holmes) has a reputation among his peers for his keen powers of deduction. His budding skills are put to the test when he is tasked with finding a thief at school, investigating the source of strange fires starting out of seemingly nowhere, and discovering the identity of a secret admirer anonymously sending flowers to a classmate. With the help of his ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

Even at a young age, Xiao Ming (boy Sherlock Holmes) has a reputation among his peers for his keen powers of deduction. His budding skills are put to the test when he is tasked with finding a thief at school, investigating the source of strange fires starting out of seemingly nowhere, and discovering the identity of a secret admirer anonymously sending flowers to a classmate. With the help of his
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追寻失落的圆明园 = A Paradise Lost: The Imperial Garden YuanmingYuan: 英汉对照

by 汪荣祖著 ...

本书从宏观上呈现圆明园布局、扩建、焚毁、修复的漫长变迁，亦于细节处勾勒园林建筑、生活起居与日常运行的点滴，回溯“万园之园”曾经的苦难与辉煌。 ... Read more

$38.99 CAD

本书从宏观上呈现圆明园布局、扩建、焚毁、修复的漫长变迁，亦于细节处勾勒园林建筑、生活起居与日常运行的点滴，回溯“万园之园”曾经的苦难与辉煌。
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Sgŵp! - Nofel i Ddysgwyr

by Lois Arnold ...

A humorous novel for Welsh Learners Foundation Level Two and Intermediate Level. Journalist Lowri Glyn feels that life on the newspaper Post Pen-y-bae is very dull, until everything changes one day! Useful vocabulary on each page. ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A humorous novel for Welsh Learners Foundation Level Two and Intermediate Level. Journalist Lowri Glyn feels that life on the newspaper Post Pen-y-bae is very dull, until everything changes one day! Useful vocabulary on each page.
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The Road Not Taken and other Selected Poems

by Robert Frost ...

Robert Frost is one of America's most beloved poets. He won four Pulitzer prizes for his poetry and was invited to read his poetry at John F. Kennedy's inauguration. His life was filled with personal tragedy which his poetry often reflected. Collected here are The Road Not Taken, The Death Of The Hired Man, The Mountain, Fire and Ice, The Generations Of Men, The Grindstone, The Witch of Coös, A ... Read more

$1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Robert Frost is one of America's most beloved poets. He won four Pulitzer prizes for his poetry and was invited to read his poetry at John F. Kennedy's inauguration. His life was filled with personal tragedy which his poetry often reflected. Collected here are The Road Not Taken, The Death Of The Hired Man, The Mountain, Fire and Ice, The Generations Of Men, The Grindstone, The Witch of Coös, A
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Introduction to Book History

by David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery ...

This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to ... Read more

$90.99 CAD

This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to
... Read more
The Stalker

by Gail Anderson-Dargatz ...

Series series Good Reads
This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Early one Saturday morning, Mike's phone rings."Nice day for a little kayak trip, eh?" says the deep, echoing voice. "But I wouldn't go out if I were you." Mike's business is guiding visitors on kayak tours around the islands off the west coast. This weekend, he'll ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Early one Saturday morning, Mike's phone rings."Nice day for a little kayak trip, eh?" says the deep, echoing voice. "But I wouldn't go out if I were you." Mike's business is guiding visitors on kayak tours around the islands off the west coast. This weekend, he'll
... Read more
Book Crush

For Kids and Teens--Recommended Reading for Every Mood, Moment, and Interest

by Nancy Pearl ...

Do you remember your first book crush? You know, the first time a book completely captured your imagination, transported you to a magical place, or introduced you to a lifelong friend you will never forget?In Book Crush, popular librarian and reading enthusiast Nancy Pearl reminds us why we fell for reading in the first place—how completely consuming and life-changing a good book can be.Pearl ... Read more

$13.59 CAD

Do you remember your first book crush? You know, the first time a book completely captured your imagination, transported you to a magical place, or introduced you to a lifelong friend you will never forget?In Book Crush, popular librarian and reading enthusiast Nancy Pearl reminds us why we fell for reading in the first place—how completely consuming and life-changing a good book can be.Pearl
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Bed and Breakfast

by Gail Anderson-Dargatz ...

Series series Good Reads
This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Annie runs a bed and breakfast. She has lived alone since her husband died five years ago. Now, she wishes for someone to love. One morning Brent, a guest, walks into her life. Her heart skips a beat. Handsome, charming, well dressed - will Brent turn out to be the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Annie runs a bed and breakfast. She has lived alone since her husband died five years ago. Now, she wishes for someone to love. One morning Brent, a guest, walks into her life. Her heart skips a beat. Handsome, charming, well dressed - will Brent turn out to be the
... Read more
Silent Growth

İmprove English with Science Fiction (B2-C1): Una lectura graduada de ciencia ficción y suspense para niveles avanzados

by VICTOR IRONSCRUSHER ...

Una colonia perdida. Un mensaje críptico. Una verdad que cambiará la humanidad para siempre.¿Estás cansado de lecturas graduadas demasiado simples? "Silent Growth" es un thriller de ciencia ficción épico, diseñado específicamente para cerrar la brecha entre el nivel intermedio y la fluidez avanzada (B2-C1). Domina el inglés a través de una narrativa compleja y madura que te hará olvidar que estás ... Read more

$8.00 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Una colonia perdida. Un mensaje críptico. Una verdad que cambiará la humanidad para siempre.¿Estás cansado de lecturas graduadas demasiado simples? "Silent Growth" es un thriller de ciencia ficción épico, diseñado específicamente para cerrar la brecha entre el nivel intermedio y la fluidez avanzada (B2-C1). Domina el inglés a través de una narrativa compleja y madura que te hará olvidar que estás
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Let's Hear It for the Girls

375 Great Books for Readers 2-14

by Erica Bauermeister, Holly Smith ...

"Bravo! They've given adults and young girls a much-needed treasure map of heroines and 'she-roes'...It blazes an important path in the forest of children's literature."-Jim Trelease. ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

"Bravo! They've given adults and young girls a much-needed treasure map of heroines and 'she-roes'...It blazes an important path in the forest of children's literature."-Jim Trelease.
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The Age of Exploration: Columbus and the New World

Apprenez l'anglais avec Christophe Colomb (B1-B2) | Une Lecture Graduée Historique pour Adultes et Étudiants

by VICTOR IRONSCRUSHER ...

Transformez votre apprentissage de l'anglais en une épopée historique !Vous êtes de niveau B1-B2 et vous voulez progresser en anglais sans passer des heures sur des exercices de grammaire ennuyeux ? "The Age of Exploration: Columbus and the New World" est bien plus qu'un livre d'histoire : c'est un outil d'immersion conçu pour booster votre fluidité de manière naturelle.Le Récit : L'aventure qui a ... Read more

$7.00 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Transformez votre apprentissage de l'anglais en une épopée historique !Vous êtes de niveau B1-B2 et vous voulez progresser en anglais sans passer des heures sur des exercices de grammaire ennuyeux ? "The Age of Exploration: Columbus and the New World" est bien plus qu'un livre d'histoire : c'est un outil d'immersion conçu pour booster votre fluidité de manière naturelle.Le Récit : L'aventure qui a
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The Lost City of Eldorado

Apprenez l'Anglais (Niveau B1-B2) : Un thriller d'aventure historique pour adultes - Lecture graduée (Graded Reader)

by VICTOR IRONSCRUSHER ...

Transformez votre apprentissage de l'anglais en une épopée inoubliable au cœur du Nouveau Monde !Vous êtes de niveau B1-B2 et vous souhaitez franchir un palier en anglais sans la lourdeur des manuels scolaires ? Plongez dans "The Lost City of Eldorado", un thriller d'aventure de 20 000 mots conçu spécifiquement pour une immersion linguistique totale et efficace.L'Intrigue : Le trésor caché de l ... Read more

$8.00 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Transformez votre apprentissage de l'anglais en une épopée inoubliable au cœur du Nouveau Monde !Vous êtes de niveau B1-B2 et vous souhaitez franchir un palier en anglais sans la lourdeur des manuels scolaires ? Plongez dans "The Lost City of Eldorado", un thriller d'aventure de 20 000 mots conçu spécifiquement pour une immersion linguistique totale et efficace.L'Intrigue : Le trésor caché de l
... Read more
Laura Secord

by Terry Barber ...

Series series Acts of Courage
Laura Secord is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Laura Secord (1775-1868) found herself caught up in the War of 1812 after U.S. ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

Laura Secord is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. Laura Secord (1775-1868) found herself caught up in the War of 1812 after U.S.
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Home Invasion

by Joy Fielding ...

Series series Good Reads
This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Kathy Brown suddenly wakes up. Was that a noise in the house, or part of her dream? In her dream, Kathy was about to kiss Michael, her high school boyfriend. Her husband, Jack, lies beside her, snoring. Michael is exciting. Jack is boring. When Kathy hears the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Kathy Brown suddenly wakes up. Was that a noise in the house, or part of her dream? In her dream, Kathy was about to kiss Michael, her high school boyfriend. Her husband, Jack, lies beside her, snoring. Michael is exciting. Jack is boring. When Kathy hears the
... Read more
Shipwreck

by Maureen Jennings ...

Series series Good Reads
This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. A retired police detective tells a story from his family's history. On a cold winter morning in 1873, a crowd gathers on the shore of a Nova Scotia fishing village. A stormy sea has thrown a ship onto the rocks. The villagers work bravely to save the ship's crew. ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. A retired police detective tells a story from his family's history. On a cold winter morning in 1873, a crowd gathers on the shore of a Nova Scotia fishing village. A stormy sea has thrown a ship onto the rocks. The villagers work bravely to save the ship's crew.
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Budding Reader Book Set 1: Cat and Rat

by Melinda Thompson, Melissa Ferrell, Cecilia Minden, Bill Madrid ...

Series Book 1 - Budding Reader
"This book series is invaluable for struggling readers. It provides needed repetition of beginning words, colorful illustrations, and the opportunity to practice writing skills."-Kathy Slater, Special Education TeacherBuild confidence in beginning readers—especially reluctant ones—with award-winning Budding Reader eBooks.Arguably the easiest learn-to-read book series on the market, this phonics ... Read more

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"This book series is invaluable for struggling readers. It provides needed repetition of beginning words, colorful illustrations, and the opportunity to practice writing skills."-Kathy Slater, Special Education TeacherBuild confidence in beginning readers—especially reluctant ones—with award-winning Budding Reader eBooks.Arguably the easiest learn-to-read book series on the market, this phonics
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Self-Editing for Fiction Writers, Second Edition

How to Edit Yourself Into Print

by Renni Browne, Dave King ...

Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the essential editing techniques of the trade that turn promising manuscripts into published novels and short stories.In this completely revised and updated second edition, Renni Browne and Dave King teach you, the writer, how to apply the professional book editing ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the essential editing techniques of the trade that turn promising manuscripts into published novels and short stories.In this completely revised and updated second edition, Renni Browne and Dave King teach you, the writer, how to apply the professional book editing
... Read more
Easy Spanish Stories For Beginners

5 Spanish Short Stories For Beginners (With Audio)

by Storyling ...

Series series Learn Spanish With Stories
Have you been searching for an effective Spanish language-learning method that can provide you better results than previous strategies?Are the traditional methods of learning Spanish just not cutting it, and you feel that you need more efficient alternatives that you can use on the go?If you feel like answering “Yes” to any of the previous questions, then you will be amazed to know more about this ... Read more

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Have you been searching for an effective Spanish language-learning method that can provide you better results than previous strategies?Are the traditional methods of learning Spanish just not cutting it, and you feel that you need more efficient alternatives that you can use on the go?If you feel like answering “Yes” to any of the previous questions, then you will be amazed to know more about this
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Short Stories in Italian for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Italian the fun way!

by Olly Richards ...

Series series Readers
'A brilliant way to learn a new language.... a good read as well as improving my Italian' Reader reviewShort Stories in Italian for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both ... Read more

$7.99 CAD

'A brilliant way to learn a new language.... a good read as well as improving my Italian' Reader reviewShort Stories in Italian for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both
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Missing

by Frances Itani ...

Series series Good Reads
This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Missing is based on a true story. Luc Caron lives in northern France during World War I. One day, he sees three airplanes fighting in the sky. Luc watches in horror as a plane flips over and the pilot falls to his death. Luc is the only witness. The Greenwoods own ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This high-interest, low-vocabulary novella is intended for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) readers. Missing is based on a true story. Luc Caron lives in northern France during World War I. One day, he sees three airplanes fighting in the sky. Luc watches in horror as a plane flips over and the pilot falls to his death. Luc is the only witness. The Greenwoods own
... Read more
The Diary of a Bookseller

by Shaun Bythell ...

A WRY AND HILARIOUS ACCOUNT OF LIFE AT A BOOKSHOP IN A REMOTE SCOTTISH VILLAGE"Among the most irascible and amusing bookseller memoirs I've read." --Dwight Garner, New York Times"Warm, witty and laugh-out-loud funny..."—Daily MailThe Diary of a Bookseller is Shaun Bythell's funny and fascinating memoir of a year in the life at the helm of The Bookshop, in the small village of Wigtown, Scot... ... Read more

$17.59 CAD

A WRY AND HILARIOUS ACCOUNT OF LIFE AT A BOOKSHOP IN A REMOTE SCOTTISH VILLAGE"Among the most irascible and amusing bookseller memoirs I've read." --Dwight Garner, New York Times"Warm, witty and laugh-out-loud funny..."—Daily MailThe Diary of a Bookseller is Shaun Bythell's funny and fascinating memoir of a year in the life at the helm of The Bookshop, in the small village of Wigtown, Scot...
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How to Read Novels Like a Professor

A Jaunty Exploration of the World’s Favorite Literary Form

by Thomas C. Foster ...

The follow-up and companion volume to the New York Times bestselling How to Read Literature Like a Professor—a lively and entertaining guide to understanding and dissecting novels to make everyday reading more enriching, satisfying, and funOf all the literary forms, the novel is arguably the most discussed . . . and fretted over. From Miguel de Cervantes’s Don Quixote to the works of Jane Austen, ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

The follow-up and companion volume to the New York Times bestselling How to Read Literature Like a Professor—a lively and entertaining guide to understanding and dissecting novels to make everyday reading more enriching, satisfying, and funOf all the literary forms, the novel is arguably the most discussed . . . and fretted over. From Miguel de Cervantes’s Don Quixote to the works of Jane Austen,
... Read more

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