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The concept of alchemy in Daoist philosophy describes the process of individual transformation that occurs as a result of long-term meditation practice. While that classical terminology may seem arcane, it actually beautifully represents Daoism's straightforward philosophy. In clear and engaging language, Ten Discourses on Daoist Alchemy shows us that alchemy is not something one does, but a process that unfolds when one "does nothing"-meaning...

When Leona steps into Zarletti's Ristorante, she unexpectedly steps into another life--the one that could have been hers. And now she must choose between two paths: one with the love of her life and one with the daughter she's always longed for"--

The second book in this epic fantasy saga spins a tale of magic and danger, as a healer finds herself pulled deeper into a web of secrets and world-ending magic. With innovative worldbuilding and witty banter, The Court War is epic fantasy at its best and most compellingFenra Lowens, with her partner Elvanyn Karamisk, has already faced the Godstone. Now she has a different, simpler problem: getting the stick-in-the-mud practitioners of the Whi...

Spider-Man, the Scarlet Spider and Kaine hurtle toward the truth! As Peter Parker goes on trial, both Spider-Men are shaken to the core by revelations about their identities. And when the Jackal's plans unfurl, the New Warriors are drawn into the fray. But will an invasion by Venom's race put everyone's agenda on permanent hold? Ben's lost years and history with Kaine are revealed, Peter makes a dramatic decision, and Spider-Man's world change...

An epic and highly readableinvestigation into our very earliest ancestors, focusing on the land corridor thorough which humans passed from Africa to Europe and the evidence left behind of their lives and deaths, struggles and beliefs.Â

Join Mrs. Best's kindergarteners as they learn the joys of raising butterflies from egg to adult in this close-up look at the insect life cycle--now in paperback!A visit to Mrs. Best's classroom is always inspiring! Follow a classroom of real kindergartners as they participate in a popular classroom activity: raising butterflies. Astonishing photographs show the life cycle of the painted lady butterfly, from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to ...

This wistful coming-of-age story with a speculative twist follows four friends who spend their summer learning to become invisible—but disappearing comes at a cost.Four girls. Four girls skating home, both sides of the road, fearless. Four girls at the mouth of an infinite ocean, sugared and salted with sand and seawater, the tide licking their sunburned feet.This summer, they’re going to disappear. For seventeen-year-old Callie and her best f...

A wistful coming-of-age story with a haunting twist about four friends who spend their summer learning to become invisible—but disappearing comes at a cost.Four girls. Four girls skating home, both sides of the road, fearless. Four girls at the mouth of an infinite ocean, sugared and salted with sand and seawater, the tide licking their sunburned feet.This summer, they’re going to disappear. For seventeen-year-old Callie and her best friends T...

A revealing exploration into how trust defines our lives, how it can be won and lost, and what its future might look like, in this fascinating title in the Melville House's FUTURES series.In a society battered by economic, political, cultural and ecological collapse, where do we place our trust, now that it is more vital than ever for our survival? How has that trust – in our laws, our media, our governments – been lost, and how can it be won ...

Daisy’s head is always in the clouds, but she still cares about things on the ground—she just needs to find her own way to prove it.No matter where she is or what she’s doing, Daisy’s imagination kicks in to make things more interesting. Her braids become fishing rods, the teeter totter launches her into space, the swings let her fly like a superhero. Most of the time, it’s great fun. But sometimes it causes trouble. She folds the little broth...

In simple, rhyming text, an adult expresses their love, hopes, and dreams for a child.

1666. It is a year after plague has devastated England. Young widow Cecilia Thorowgood is a prisoner, trapped and isolated within the cavernous London townhouse of her older sister. At the mercy of a legion of doctors who fail to cure her grief with their impatient scalpels, Cecilia shows no signs of improvement. Soon, her sister makes a decision borne of desperation: she hires a new physician, someone known for more unusual methods. But he is...

Equal parts fantastical - a pair of talking dolls help twins escape a stifling home, a heart boils on the stove as part of an elaborate cure for melancholy - and true to life - a mother and daughter try to heal their rift when the daughter falls unexpectedly pregnant, a woman reexamines her father's legacy after his death - the stories in this collection are hopeful and heartbreaking, full of danger and full of joy. Chung is a master at captur...

A tsunami slams into the Maluku islands. Giant mollusks wreak havoc. An ominous, quadrilateral UFO appears in the night sky. And a mysterious villain watches and waits in the shadows. Twin paranormal investigators Montgomery and Chris and their best friend Fongor are on the case, delving into this unduly complicated and possibly nefarious plot. They're the only ones who can unravel the mystery, but they might not--especially if they can't stay...

A young boy, an ox, and a rabbit thoughtfully navigate love, loss, and connection, learning how to live happily in an often stormy world.

In this female-forward spin on the traditional children's song "Old MacDonald", readers can join Miss MacDonald on her vegetable farm and see all the work that goes into growing healthy and delicious produce."Miss MacDonald has a farm, She loves things that grow!"E-I-E-I-GROW! With a "weed-weed" here and a "pick-pick" there, young readers can follow Miss MacDonald as she tends to her vegetable farm. It's a rollicking, rhyming read-aloud that e...

We've got 1, 000 more pages of hijinx and hilarity for our adoring fans!For over eight decades, Archie and his friends have been making everyone laugh, with their dating hijinx and misadventures at Riverdale High School! This volume collects 1, 000 pages of iconic Archie comic stories, featuring the same mix of wild humor, awkward charm and genuine relatability that has kept Archie and the gang popular with kids and families for all these years.

Meet the Avengers in this 32-page Level 1 reader including Captain Marvel, Black Panther, and Iron Man.With terrific all-new art, this book is the perfect introduction to young reader of all their favorite Marvel super-team, featuring top characters like Black Panther, the new Captain America, and Captain Marvel alongside returning favorites like Iron Man.

A chicken hops a ride to school to see what the humans do there all day and unlocks the superpowers of math and science, which she uses to save the coop."--