A new collection on women in American television in the 90s uncovers a cultural obsession with tough yet sexy heroines in mythical pasts, the 'girl power' present, and utopic futures. Xena, Buffy, Sabrina, and a host of other characters have become household words, as well as icons of pop culture 'feminism.' Their popularity makes for successful programming, however, how much does this trend truly represent a contemporary feminist breakthrough? And what does it mean for feminism in the nex...

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • OVER TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD • Discover the word-of-mouth hit hailed by Ann Patchett as “A cause for celebration”—an intimate novel about the transformative power of the written word and the beauty of slowing down to reconnect with the people we love.“This novel is a complete and utter joy.”—Ann Napolitano, author of Hello Beautiful“Quietly dazzling.”—The New York Times“I cried more tha...

Robin and the rebels resume their fight against corrupt and brutal rule with more high-energy action in Robert Muchamore's latest brilliant series.'Intensely readable, outrageously enjoyable action.' - GuardianRobin and Will Scarlock's band of rebels are enduring a bitterly cold winter in the derelict Sherwood Castle Resort. But when the boss of a major delivery company - the world's second richest man - asks for help to track down...

The Land of the Divided: American Civil War Collection is a compelling anthology that intricately weaves the diverse literary styles and reflective narratives of the Civil War era. Through poignant short stories, essays, and narrative accounts, the collection captures the tumultuous landscape of a nation in conflict. From heart-wrenching battlefield scenes to intimate portrayals of homefront struggles, each piece conveys the enduring complexity and the profound human experience of the war....

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Robert Rotstein, A True Verdict is an edge-of-your-seat legal thriller filled with secrets.MediMiracle Corporation manufactures Sophrosyne, a miracle cure for opiate addiction. Ellison Ricard, a research analyst for the company, claims to have uncovered data that proves Black users of Sophrosyne experience fatal side effects far more often than people of other races. When Ricard confron...

A town. A forest. A hero.You can't go far without a quick brain and some rule-bending in a place like Locksley. After its vast car plants shut down, the prosperous town has become a wasteland of empty homes, toxic land and families on the brink. And it doesn't help that the authorities are in the clutches of profit-obsessed Sheriff of Nottingham, in cahoots with underworld boss Guy Gisborne.When his dad is framed for a robbery, Robin and his brother Little ...

The ninth episode in the latest sure-fire hit series from the bestselling author of Cherub. Teen rebel and social-media star Robin Hood continues his epic struggle against a new threat to the rebellion.Robin Hood's father may now be Sheriff of Nottingham and working hard to root out police corruption and the remains of Guy Gisborne's criminal empire, but the Sherwood rebel's problems are far from over. Former sheriff Marjorie Kovacevic has been elected national president p...

An anthology more than half a century in the making, The Last Dangerous Visions is the third and final installment of the legendary science fiction anthology series.In 1973 celebrated writer and editor Harlan Ellison announced the third and final volume of his unprecedented anthology series, which began with Dangerous Visions and continued with Again, Dangerous Visions. But for reasons undisclosed, The Last Dangerous Visions was ...

The ninth episode in the latest sure-fire hit series from the bestselling author of Cherub. Teen rebel and social-media star Robin Hood continues his epic struggle against a new threat to the rebellion.Robin Hood's father may now be Sheriff of Nottingham and working hard to root out police corruption and the remains of Guy Gisborne's criminal empire, but the Sherwood rebel's problems are far from over. Former sheriff Marjorie Kovacevic has been elected national president p...

The memoir "Glimpses . . . Now I Can See" offers stories, poems, and essays that allow you (the reader) to see how the author's loss of and regaining vision gave her insight about events, people, and herself. In the book's selections, you read not only of frustrations and fears, but also of joy, of contentment, and of peace. As she looks into her own life, you sense hope--a resilience, achievement, and love that you may also gain renewed vision of your life.

If you thought you knew about Robin Hood… then think again!Written by Robert White, chairman of the World Wide Robin Hood Society.Many tales have been told about Robin Hood. The traditional stories of good versus evil and his quest to regain his rightful inheritance are universally appealing. The legend has intrigued generation after generation and everyone has their own personal vision of Robin Hood - a swashbuckling hero; a romantic outlaw; a ban...