I was born in Pachuca, the Beautiful Windy City, with four premature teeth and my body completely covered in a very fine coat of fuzz. But I'm grateful for that inauspicious start because ugliness, as my other uncle, Eurípides López Sánchez, was given to saying, is character forming.

Highway is a late-in-life world traveler, yarn spinner, collector, and legendary auctioneer. His most precious possessions are the teeth of the "notorious infamous" like Plato, Petrarch, and Virginia Woolf. Written in collaboration with the workers at a Jumex juice factory, Teeth is an elegant, witty, exhilarating romp through the industrial suburbs of Mexico City and Luiselli's own literary influences.

It isn't easy being the rather overlooked and unhappy youngest sibling to sisters named for the other six days of the week. Sunday’s only comfort is writing stories, although what she writes has a terrible tendency to come true.

When Sunday meets an enchanted frog who asks about her stories, the two become friends. Soon that friendship deepens into something magical. One night, Sunday kisses her frog goodbye and leaves, not realizing that her love has transformed him back into Rumbold, the crown prince of Arilland—and a man Sunday’s family despises.

The prince returns to his castle, intent on making Sunday fall in love with him as the man he is, not the frog he was. But Sunday is not so easy to woo. How can she feel such a strange, strong attraction for this prince she barely knows? And what twisted secrets lie hidden in his past—and hers?

Award-winning author Alan Bradley returns with another beguiling novel starring the insidiously clever and unflappable eleven-year-old sleuth Flavia de Luce. The precocious chemist with a passion for poisons uncovers a fresh slew of misdeeds in the hamlet of Bishop's Lacey—mysteries involving a missing tot, a fortune-teller, and a corpse in Flavia's own backyard.

Flavia had asked the old Gypsy woman to tell her fortune, but never expected to stumble across the poor soul, bludgeoned in the wee hours in her own caravan. Was this an act of retribution by those convinced that the soothsayer had abducted a local child years ago? Certainly Flavia understands the bliss of settling scores; revenge is a delightful pastime when one has two odious older sisters. But how could this crime be connected to the missing baby? Had it something to do with the weird sect who met at the river to practice their secret rites?

While still pondering the possibilities, Flavia stumbles upon another corpse—that of a notorious layabout who had been caught prowling about the de Luce's drawing room. Pedaling Gladys, her faithful bicycle, across the countryside in search of clues to both crimes, Flavia uncovers some odd new twists. Most intriguing is her introduction to an elegant artist with a very special object in her possession—a portrait that sheds light on the biggest mystery of all: Who is Flavia?

As the red herrings pile up, Flavia must sort through clues fishy and foul to untangle dark deeds and dangerous secrets.

Tally Hamilton is furious to hear she is being sent from London to a horrid, stuffy boarding school in the countryside. And all because of the stupid war. But Delderton Hall is a far more unusual and interesting place than Tally ever imagined, and she soon falls in love with its eccentric staff and pupils.

Now she's even organizing an exciting school trip to the kingdom of Bergania... although Tally never expected to meet the prince. Prince Karil hates his life at the palace and he is only truly happy when he escapes to the dragonfly pool, a remote spot in the forests of Bergania. Then Karil meets a feisty English girl who brings the promise of adventure. But his country is under threat, and the prince soon looks to his new friend Tally for survival as well as friendship...

With the beginning of the school year approaching, the gang returns from summer break—and what a vacation indeed! A new student council has been assembled, with two new secretaries: Naohito, who has declared himself Yuki's rival, and Kimi, who is known as a devil woman—and a thief of men's hearts.

Later, when Tohru goes to see her grandfather, he brings up a part of Tohru's past that she had tried to shut away. And with a parent-teacher conference on the horizon, Mayuko gives Shigure some good advice.

Set on a small Irish dairy farm, this tender and funny debut novel follows two lost souls as they try to carve out new lives amid a colorful cast of characters reminiscent of those in the hit film Waking Ned Divine.

Abby has been estranged from the family farm since her rebellious mother ran off with her when she was a small child. Kit is a burned-out New York stockbroker who's down on his luck. But that's all about to change, now that he and Abby have converged on the farm just in time to help Corrie and Fee, two old cheesemakers in a time of need.

Full of delightful and quirky characters—from dairy cows who only give their best product to pregnant, vegetarian teens to an odd collection of whiskey-soaked men and broken-hearted women who find refuge under Corrie and Fee's roof—Blessed Are the Cheesemakers is an irresistible tale about taking life's spilled milk and turning it into the best cheese in the world.

Seven stories of fantasy and fun by the fantastic Roald Dahl.

The Boy Who Talked With Animals - in which a stranded sea turtle and a small boy have more in common than meets the eye.

The Hitchhiker - proves that in a pinch, a professional pickpocket can be the perfect pal.

The Mildenhall Treasure - a true tale of fortune found and an opportunity lost.

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar - in which a modern-day Robin Hood brings joy to the hearts of orphans - and fear to the souls of casino owners around the world.

Sampath Chawla was born in a time of drought that ended with a vengeance the night of his birth. All signs being auspicious, the villagers triumphantly assured Sampath's proud parents that their son was destined for greatness. Twenty years of failure later, that unfortunately does not appear to be the case.

A sullen government worker, Sampath is inspired only when in search of a quiet place to take his nap. "But the world is round," his grandmother says. "Wait and see! Even if it appears he is going downhill, he will come up the other side. Yes, on top of the world. He is just taking a longer route."

No one believes her until, one day, Sampath climbs into a guava tree and becomes unintentionally famous as a holy man, setting off a series of events that spin increasingly out of control. A delightfully sweet comic novel that ends in a raucous bang, Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard is as surprising and entertaining as it is beautifully wrought.

Il bar sotto il mare is a whimsical and enchanting collection of tales set in the most peculiar of places—a bar beneath the sea. Imagine a night where anything could happen, and you'll find yourself in Sompazzo, the most deceitful town in the world.

Meet Gaspard Ouralphe, the greatest chef in France, and discover the tale of the word-eating worm and the incredible story of Captain Charlemont. Enter the world of the Sausage Duel, the repentant dictator, and Kraputnyk, the lovesick Martian.

Join Priscilla Mapple as she unravels the mystery of Class II C, and listen to the tales of the awkward sprite, the jealous devil, and the magical guitar. Dive into the stories of First Aid and Beauty Case, uncover the mystery of Oleron, and brace yourself for the Autogrill of Death.

Experience the Californian crawl, the Saturday porn cinema at Splendor, the whims of the god Amikinont'amanonamikit'ama, and ponder with Arturo Perplesso in front of the Abandoned House by the Sea. Conclude with the shortest story in the world, the fateful Nastassia, and the great Crossing of the Old Men.

In this bar, where we all wish to find ourselves one night, listen to the captivating stories of the bartender, the man with the hat, the man with the gardenia, the mermaid, the sailor, the invisible man, the vamp, and other mysterious patrons.

Relates in verse some of the unusual thinks you can think if only you try. A mad outpouring of made-up words and intriguing ideas.

Nobody, NOBODY, can think up the THINKS that Dr. Seuss thinks! This classic Beginner Book is perfect for beginning readers because the sentences are short and easy to read and the rhymes are catchy and funny. Young readers will delight in this Oh, the Thinks You Can Think! which celebrates the imagination and encourages young readers to think . . . about thinking!

“Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the Thinks you can think up if only you try.”

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

Archy and Mehitabel is the now classic tale of Archy, a philosophical cockroach, and Mehitabel, a cat in her ninth life. First published in 1927, this free verse poem has become an essential part of American literature.

Generations of readers have delighted in the work of the great American humorist Don Marquis. Marquis's satirical free-verse poems, which first appeared in his New York newspaper columns in 1916, revolve around the escapades of Archy, a philosophical cockroach who was a poet in a previous life, and Mehitabel, a streetwise alley cat who was once Cleopatra.

Reincarnated as the lowest creatures on the social scale, they prowl the rowdy streets of New York City in between the world wars, and Archy records their experiences and observations on the boss's typewriter late at night.

First published in 1927, Archy and Mehitabel has become a celebrated part of the twentieth-century American literary canon.

Without a dowry, Lady Jane knew not to count on her looks to land her a husband. When her mother summons her back to London and she receives a proposition from an Earl she’s never met, she wonders what sort of man would send someone to propose on his behalf? What sort of man would marry a woman he’s never met before?

With little options, she agrees she will at least meet the Earl, but nothing could prepare her for the surprise in store for her…

Lord Edward had no need for a wife and is only searching for one because of the ridiculous clause his father left in his will. Adamant that his marriage would be in name only, he sends his best friend to find him the most unmarriageable woman in all of London. Certainly, the beauty his friend brings to his country estate could not fit this description.

Edward must get rid of her and fast…before he falls in love with a beauty who could never return the affections of a beastly earl.

A Christmas with the Prince by T.M. Mendes
Prince Zach has been married to the beautiful Anna for years. Not only do they have a little prince, but they also have a little princess on the way... and just in time for Christmas, too! Find out what happened to the prince and his beautiful bride—and what crazy antics Princess Anna has found herself in this time—in this hilarious holiday tale of the prince and his girl.

Candy Caine by M.J. Thompson
It’s the countdown to Christmas and your favourite characters from Handcuffs, Kisses and Awkward Situations are preparing for the holiday season. Ryder and Nora have completed their first year of university, but is their relationship still standing strong? Baby Hamish is just over a year old now. So is his mother, Eve, still dressing him up as miniature foods? How is Mel doing with her studies? And who was that mysterious girl Caine started dating at the end of the story? Find out all about it and more in this short Christmas-themed novella!

Dragon Bloom by Angelika Meyer
After defeating the evil rider Haiden and his ruthless black dragon, Akira and Redemption are then off to their next quest—finding the legendary red and black flower that grows once every winter, when the moon is high and the stars are bright. Will they actually find the priceless blossom? Or will Redemption land them both into yet another scrape? Find out in this delightful winter-themed tale of the Dragon of Legend and his Rider!

Hope and Nate's First Christmas by Olivia Harvard
Several months after they finally got together, Hope and Nate are spending their first Christmas together with their families. Will they survive the holidays more in love than ever? Or will hyperactive children, long-standing family issues, and meddling relatives get in the way of their holiday celebration?

Almost Meeting Mr. Mogul by Mel Ryle
In this short Christmas special, find out how Andy's and William's path crossed—or almost crossed—years before the events of Meeting Mr. Mogul.