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Poor and without dowry - and even worse - now orphaned, Miss Carly Blakemore is thrown into the Victorian world without aid. Carly is forced to seek a position as governess in the house of Lord Huntington, the Earl of Dunfordshire - a man alone in his own right - and under suspicion for the tragic murder of his well-known and adulteress wife. His governess's honesty and forthrightness quickly offend his noble person, and he finds himself reeling from her constant evaluation of his lack of parenting skills.

A boy and girl from different worlds will meet in yet another... Eliza’s life has been fair. She’s got a good family, she’s the star of the basketball team, and Chris, her crush, is coming around. School’s a breeze—with exception to English class. English is more of a squall...but soon she’ll face much bigger strife than a blemished GPA. For Milo, things have been harder. Talented though he is as an artist, his nerdy gamer reputation proceeds him, and, wholly lacking in confidence, he can’t imagine the likes of Eliza returning the feelings he’s fostered.

In the quaint beach town of Sunny Shores, Florida, business is booming for the Burger She Wrote Food truck. Kara Summer's decision to quit law school and open her own food truck seemed to be a good one. Or so she thought. When a stray cat is chased inside the food truck by Mrs. Watson's prized cocker spaniel, things get messy. Unfortunately for Kara, the town's food inspector, Margaret Pettyjohn, drops by unannounced at the same time. Ms. Pettyjohn decides to temporary shut Kara's food truck down during the busiest time in the summer.

Bronwen Macleod is a modern American who needs no one, especially a man. Longing to connect with the land her grandparents called home and desperate to find the castle in her dreams, she is hurled into the past and straight into the arms of a 15th-century Scottish Highlander. In a race against time to save a young man's life and her own, Bronwen's faith in God is put to the test. But God is faithful, and soon she learns she can rely on her heavenly Father for everything including a love that transcends time itself.

Nikki and her impish cousin, Jack, find a mysterious black pumpkin in the forest on Halloween. A wise talking skeleton, Wishbone, tells them that the ghosts of the Trinity of Wishmothers are trapped inside the pumpkin and can’t be freed without their wands. The children offer their help, so the skeleton takes them on a journey to the world of Creepy Hollow to retrieve the three wands he hid long ago in Red Crow Forest, the Tower of Shadows, and the Cave of Spooks. Ghoulina, the beautiful vegetarian ghoul, and Catman, who was once a man, join them on their quest.

Kara Summers recently returned to her hometown of Sunny Shores, Florida, to start her own food truck business. Little did she know her summer would start off with a bang…literally. A propane explosion caused the Mama Mia Food truck to flame up with the owner inside. The police ruled it an accident, but Kara discovers evidence to the contrary. Her inquisitive nature, along with her love for mysteries, won't let her rest until she uncovers the truth. Unfortunately, the truth hits a little too close to home.

While Europe is enduring the Nazi invasion and England is on the verge of falling, Miss Crabtree and her students must face the greatest danger of their lives as they stand against those who wish to destroy their beloved homeland and use the Unnaturals for their own devices. With the Everlast close behind their every move, Fleur, Lucy, and the Loams set out toward Germany to destroy the Ahnenerbe before they can capture their friends and to stop the atrocities happening before their eyes. Will Fleur and Lucy survive and find their way home to Rivenwood, or will the Ahnenerbe prevail?

When a snowstorm traps Ethan, Jacob, and Sophia indoors during Hanukkah, their mother’s comforting soup becomes the heart of a holiday adventure. The siblings discover the true spirit of family, love, and togetherness through cozy evenings by the menorah, lively games of dreidel, and magical moments around the fire. Complete with a delightful matzo ball soup recipe and vibrant illustrations, this book is a perfect blend of holiday tradition and modern storytelling.

Being stuck inside on a rainy day is no fun. Friends Suki and Silas use their imaginations to have fun and beat boredom on Roller Coaster Day. Follow along with Suki and Silas as they imagine a fun day at an amusement park, complete with all the rides, treats, snacks, and fun that can be had! Bursting with fun facts, ideas, knowledge, and even an imagination recipe for your child to try, this book encourages kids to bust boredom with creativity.

Meet Enid Davies—your not-so-typical teen. She might look ordinary, but when she gazes into a mirror, a cursed witch’s daughter stares back, not a hero. But on her 16th birthday, things get weird when her best friend, Dylan, gets snatched by the evil fae Queen Malagant, who’s got some dark plans up her sleeve. Time freezes, a portal opens, and they’re gone, whisked off to an alternate world—Afallon.

Set in the magical Arctic Sea, this story follows Clara the Mermaid as she celebrates Christmas Eve with her undersea family and friends. Gifted a charming abalone cracker dressed as a polar bear by her narwhal godfather, Clara drifts into a dreamy, festive adventure. In her dream, the polar bear cracker comes to life, leading her through a Christmas fantasy where she dances under the Northern Lights and meets whimsical creatures from around the world.