Promotions - Title Listings - "New Publications, September 15, 2014"

Colleen McCullough weaves a sweeping story of two sets of twins-all trained as nurses, but each with her own ambitions-stepping into womanhood in 1920s and 30s Australia.

In this irresistible new mystery from New York Times bestselling M. C. Beaton, the adorably cranky Agatha Raisin investigates when a local baker is murdered in a seemingly harmless pantomime show.

An Italian Wife is the extraordinary story of Josephine Rimaldi-her joys, sorrows, and passions, spanning more than seven decades.

A blazingly inventive near-future thriller from bestselling, Hugo Award-winning John Scalzi.

An extraordinary novel about a woman who disguises herself as a man and goes off to fight in the Civil War.

In the latest Wind River novel, Arapaho attorney Vicky Holden and Father John O'Malley confront a ruthless killer in the wake of a miraculous event.

Following the success of Styxx, comes the next installment in #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter series!

A chillingly suspenseful novel in which a young woman discovers the truth about the decades-old murder of her mother, and the killer who is still out there...

Lance and Carrie are high school students from Florida, and are explorers of the Trace. But when they take their play into the real world, disaster strikes. His is pulled back through time, tracing back toward the moment of his own self-inflicted departure from the world in which most people live.

In Against Football, Steve Almond details why, after forty years as a fan, he can no longer watch the game he still loves.

A memoir by Bob Dylan's former tour manager, and one of his closest personal friends, and confidants, about forty years on the road and off the tracks with the legendary artist.

With his uncanny ability to spark life in the past, Robert Darnton re-creates three historical worlds in which censorship shaped literary expression in distinctive ways.

The author of the classic New York Times bestseller Passages returns with her inspiring memoir-a chronicle of her trials and triumphs as a groundbreaking girl journalist in the 1960s.

Elvis Presley and Graceland were fixtures in the life of Ginger Alden, having been born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. But she had no idea that she would play a part in that enduring legacy as Elvis Presley's fiancee, and his last great love.

Wendy Davis became an overnite political sensation with her 11 hour filibuster in the Texas Senate. But her personal story if as compelling, if not more so, than her public theatrics.

From four stunning and accomplished French women at last a fresh and spirited take on what it really means to be a Parisienne: how they dress, entertain, have fun and attempt to behave themselves.

In The Language of Food, Stanford University professor and MacArthur Fellow Dan Jurafsky peels away the mysteries from the foods we think we know. Thirteen chapters evoke the joy and discovery of reading a menu dotted with the sharp-eyed annotations of a linguist.

Jack E. Levin presents a beautifully designed chronicle, complete with maps, portraits, and other Civil War illustrations, detailing President Abraham Lincoln's historic Second Inaugural Address.

From New York Senator and rising political star Kirsten Gillibrand comes an inspirational memoir and call-to-action for all women to get involved politically and raise their voices to make a difference in their communities and for their families.

A vivid and personal portrait of America's greatest political family and its enormous impact on our nation-the companion volume to the seven-part PBS documentary series.

John Lahr has produced a theater biography like no other. Tennessee Williams: Mad Pilgrimage of the Flesh gives intimate access to the mind of one of the most brilliant dramatists of his century.

Modern vegetarian dishes and lessons for how to serve them together at dinner parties large and small.

Richard Branson gives an inside look at his strikingly different swashbuckling style of leadership. Learn how fun, family, passion, and the dying art of listening are key components to what his extended family of employees around the world have always dubbed (with a wink) the “Virgin Way.”

Henry Kissinger offers his analysis of the twentyfirst century's ultimate challenge: how to build a shared international order in a world of divergent historic perspectives, violent conflict, preliferating technology, and ideological extremism.

Leading historian Lynn Hunt rethinks why history matters in today's global world and how it should be written.

Mac and Will are all ready for a perfect day: the sun's out and the watering hole is practically calling their name. Except a drought means the hole is just mud, and then the weather takes a nasty turn.

Three little bears can't wait to tromp through the snow for baking day at Grandma's. In a rhyming text that begs to be sung, the bears and their grandma create the perfect wintry treat. Though the biggest treat of all may be that they get to spend time together.

Join Richard Scarry's most beloved character, Lowly Worm, in this fun, engaging picture book.

Seventh grade is not turning out the way Mysti had planned. With the help of a hot-hair balloon, her new friend Rama Khan--and maybe even the heroes of the Texas Revolution--can she find the courage to change?

This collection celebrates some of J. Patrick Lewis best poems for children-some silly, some serious, some historical, some invention, but all aimed to delight.

In addition to saving the school musical from technical disaster and trying not to make a fool of herself with her own hopeless crush, Cyn has to save her best friend from the clutches of the evil librarian, who seems to be slowly sucking the life force our of the entire student body.

From internationally bestselling author Harlan Coben comes this third action-packed installment of his bestselling young adult series.

Malala's powerful story will open your eyes to another world and will make you believe in hope, truth, miracles and the possibility that one person -- one young person -- can inspire change in her community and beyond.

Sadie is all set for her family's rustic camping trip, everything a girl needs in order to have an adventure. Especially when she thinks Bigfoot is on the loose.

Caldecott Honor winner David Ezra Stein has fans at his command with this comical dogs-eye view of having a best friend.

The is the book for super-fans of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Roald Dahl, exploring the unique appeal of the story and its characters, its social history, the varying film and stage adaptations, and its ongoing cultural impact.

The swoonworthy conclusion to the romantic trio of novels that began with Anna and the French Kiss.

It's Backwards Day, so Judy Moody double-dares herself to become Queen of the Good Mood for one whole week. Can she do it?

Julia's housemates have to do their chores-even if they're fairies, goblins, mermaids, and dragons!

Curmudgeonly Bear succumbs to Mouse's entreaties and discovers the joy of books in a hilarious story that fans will covet for their own library.

Many girls in elementary and middle school fall in love with the Little House books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This biography describes more of the details of Laura's real life as a young pioneer homesteading with her family on many adventurous journeys.

Join Max and Ruby at a wedding to remember! Their warthog friends are getting married, and Max and Ruby have a big part to play: Ruby is a flower girl and Max is the ring bearer.

Michael and his friends must rescue a child prodigy as the thrilling action continues in this electrifying fourth installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series!

Science, history, and engineering combine in this uplifting non-fiction picture book about the invention of the world's most iconic amusement park ride, the Ferris Wheel.

From peanut, grape, and wheat seeds to sandwich, PB & J Hooray! is all about how peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are made.

Journey lovers will be thrilled to follow its characters on a new adventure threaded with familiar elements, while new fans will be swept into a visually captivating story that is even richer and more exhilarating than the first.

Children will love helping Rainbow Fish in each story as he follows his heart, summons his courage, makes new friends! Five Rainbow Fish favorites are now available in one collection.

The penultimate installment of the New York Times bestselling I Am Number Four series. This is the beginning of the end...

Little Red Riding Hood is adorably re-cast as a very little precocious toddler in this modern, sweet retelling of the classic tale.

The Fault in Our Stars meets Eleanor and Park in this tough and tender young adult novel that's a lot about love (and a little about cancer).