Here is the story of Japan - from the mythological explanations of its birth to the rise of feudal overlords, from its isolationist policies to its emergence as a major world power, from Pearl Harbor to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in World War II. Award-winning journalist Noel Fairchild Busch brings the country and its people vividly to life, revealing the beautiful and unusual customs, rituals, and arts of this mysterious culture.

An enchanted beach town. A rivalry over frozen treats. And two hearts about to discover the sweetest surprise.When Magnolia Cove Middle School’s music program is threatened, I do what any dedicated teacher would do: drag a snow cone cart on the beach and declare war on bad budgets. In a town where magic flows as freely as a sea breeze, you’d think saving the arts would be easier. But maybe a summer of snow cones will do the trick.My unexpected opponent? Gra...

New York Times Bestseller: Six American spies embark on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines in this classic Cold War espionage thriller.Lt. Cmdr. Charles Rone, a young naval intelligence officer with a sterling record, finds himself abruptly discharged from the service. Without his consent, Rone has been recruited to join a top-secret network of agents who operate independently of the US government. Led by a cynical spymaster known only...

Paste Magazine Pick for Best New YA Books of June 2022An Amazon Best Book of the Month“An unputdownable, clever, modern fantasy!” —#1 New York Times bestselling author Tracy Wolff"Alyson Noel is the queen of the supernatural romance thriller, and her latest is a can’t-miss read***—it’s a* Da Vinci Code meets Riverdale page-turner!" —#1 New Yo...

You never expected to say goodbye.The most helpful grief book to read when you're ready to start healing after the loss of a loved one.Whether you've lost a parent, partner, child, sibling, friend—or anyone you loved—I Wasn't Ready to Say Goodbye offers the compassion and clarity you need when grief is sudden, raw, and overwhelming.This trusted guide has helped over a million readers cope with the shock of unexpected loss. Drawing f...

When a runaway ward finally meets her strict guardian, sparks fly... in this sexy new Regency Romance.A daring, spirited heroine...Jemima is determined to make her debut in society - but her strict guardian, whom she's never met, won't allow it. But when she runs away to London and falls for a handsome aristocrat, she's in for a big shock.Having fallen in love, what will she do when her guardian sets up an arranged marriage for her?A ...

Don't miss Evermore, the first book in Alyson Noël's #1 New York Times bestselling The Immortals series. Enter an enchanting new world where true love never dies. . .After a horrible accident claimed the lives of her family, sixteen-year-old Ever Bloom can see people's auras, hear their thoughts, and know someone's entire life story by touching them. Going out of her way to avoid human contact and suppress her abilities, she has been branded a frea...

The manager who shepherded Van Halen from obscurity to rock stardom goes behind the scenes to tell the complete, unadulterated story of David Lee Roth, Eddie Van Halen, and the legendary band that changed rock music.Van Halen’s rise in the 1980s was one of the most thrilling the music world had ever seen—their mythos an epic party, a sweaty, sexy, never-ending rock extravaganza. During this unparalleled run of success, debauchery, and drama, no one was closer to th...

The Noel Streatfeild Collection is a remarkable anthology that brings together some of Noel Streatfeild’s finest adult novels, showcasing her talent for character-driven storytelling, emotional depth, and sharp social observation. Best known for her beloved children’s books such as Ballet Shoes, Streatfeild was also a gifted writer of adult fiction, exploring themes of love, ambition, societal expectations, and personal growth. This beautifully illustrated edition includes novels such as C...

Dorks, Dweebs, Debutantes, and Jocks—Where would you fit in?Being the new girl is tough—just ask sixteen-year-old Rio Jones. A New York transplant, Rio has no clue how she's going to fit in at her fancy new private school in Southern California. Plus, being late, overdressed, and named after a Duran Duran song doesn't make the first day any easier for her.Then Rio meets Kristi. Beautiful, rich, and a cheerleader, Kristi is the queen bee of Newport Be...

An exploration of medieval philosopher and theologian Ramon Llull and his philosophical system through medieval and early modern book technologyThe Art of Knowing Everything explores the legacy of medieval philosopher and theologian Ramon Llull, tracing the transformation of Llull’s philosophical system, known as the Art (Latin Ars), through medieval and early modern book technology. Operated by paper devices and combinatory diagrams, the Art was ...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alyson Noël comes the first book in the Beautiful Idols series. With mystery, suspense, and an insiders-only look at Los Angeles that echoes Gossip Girl’s racy and real New York, fans of Pretty Little Liars and readers who crave pulse-pounding romance will love Unrivaled.Everyone wants to be someone. Layla Harrison wants to be a reporter. Aster Amirpour wants to be an actress. Tommy Phillips wants to be a guitar hero.But Madison Bro...