Sold on a Monday: A Novel

Sold on a Monday: A Novel

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER  A USA TODAY BESTSELLER  A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER A NATIONAL INDIEBOUND BESTSELLER An unforgettable novel by Kristina McMorris, inspired by a stunning piece of history. 2 CHILDREN FOR SALEThe sign is a last resort. It sits on a farmhouse porch in 1931, but could be found anywhere in an era of breadlines, bank runs and broken dreams. It could have been written by any mother facing impossible choices. For struggling reporter Ellis Reed, the gut-wrenching scene evokes memories of his family’s dark past. He snaps a photograph of the children, not meant for publication. But when it leads to his big break, the consequences are more devastating than he ever imagined. For struggling reporter Ellis Reed, the gut-wrenching scene evokes memories of his family’s dark past. He snaps a photograph of the children, not meant for publication. But when it leads to his big break, the consequences are more devastating than he ever imagined. Inspired by an actual newspaper photograph that stunned the nation, Sold on a Monday is a powerful novel of love, redemption, and the unexpected paths that bring us home.

  • ASIN: B079JQDJB5
  • Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Landmark

Town Secrets (The Book of Adam 1)

Town Secrets (The Book of Adam 1)

Mythical, historical and scientific secrets are hidden in a small town, and an ancient evil is coming to find them.As the only child of a struggling single parent, Adam McTaggart has never dreamed his life could be any more exciting than one day becoming a mechanic at his local garage - until the day he hears that a nearby community has been mysteriously destroyed.Suddenly Adam finds himself in the middle of an adventure he never dreamed possible - discovering hidden places, scientific wonders, and even a centuries-old mysterious organization concealed in his boring hometown.Alongside his wise-cracking teenage friends, Adam will uncover the real origin and purpose of his town, and his life will be changed forever when he learns the truth about his own history.But something is coming, looking for an ancient power protected within the tiny town, and it is destroying other communities as it draws near.Can Adam learn everything he needs to know in time to protect his friends, his town, and the most powerful secret of all?Town Secrets is the first book in Scott Gelowitz’s epic The Book of Adam series. If you like middle grade adventure books and stories full of humor, science fiction and mythical fantasy, you’ll love Town Secrets!Buy Town Secrets and join the adventure today!What Readers are Saying:"Never before have I enjoyed, nor anticipated a series this great since Harry Potter ... I have devoured each book in this series so quickly that I get a little sad as I reach the ending! Thankfully, there is more in store for Adam and his pals, and I will be (im)patiently waiting their next adventure!" - Becky"...I'm an avid reader and often get bored with the the same old stories over and over. This book was refreshing in its original plot. Was enjoyable to read." - Josh Hochman"...Excellent story / read from start to finish. good pace and characters. Best part is that there is closure at the end - even though this is a series." - Thomas DiMarino“I love a good story wi... [Read More]

  • ASIN: B00O3T2GS8

The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition): The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue (True Rescue Series)

The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition): The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue (True Rescue Series)

This adaptation for young readers of The Finest Hours: The True Story of the US Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman tells the story of the shipwreck of two oil tankers and the harrowing Coast Guard rescue when four men in a tiny lifeboat overcame insurmountable odds and saved more than 30 stranded sailors. Now a major motion picture from Disney, starring Chris Pine and Casey Affleck.On the night of February 18, 1952, during one of the worst winter storms that New England has ever seen, two oil tankers just off the shore of Cape Cod were torn in half. With the storm in full force and waves up to 70 feet high, four coast guardsmen headed out to sea in a tiny lifeboat to come to the rescue. They were the only hope for the stranded sailors. Despite incredible obstacles, these brave men risked their lives, remembering the unofficial Coast Guard motto: You have to go out, but you do not have to come back. This is a fast-paced, uplifting story that puts young readers in the middle of the action. It's a gripping true tale of heroism and survival in the face of the elements.

  • ASIN: 1250044235
  • ISBN: 1250044235
  • Brand: Tougias Michael J
  • Manufacturer: Square Fish

The Tattooist of Auschwitz: A Novel

The Tattooist of Auschwitz: A Novel

  • ASIN: B0756DZ4C1
  • Manufacturer: Harper Paperbacks

The Girl Who Lived: A Thrilling Suspense Novel

The Girl Who Lived: A Thrilling Suspense Novel

Ten years ago, four people were brutally murdered. One girl lived.No one believes her story.The police think she's crazy.Her therapist thinks she's suicidal.Everyone else thinks she's a dangerous drunk.They're all right--but did she see the killer?As the anniversary of the murders approaches, Faith Winters is released from the psychiatric hospital and yanked back to the last spot on earth she wants to be--her hometown where the slayings took place. Wracked by the lingering echoes of survivor's guilt, Faith spirals into a black hole of alcoholism and wanton self-destruction. Finding no solace at the bottom of a bottle, Faith decides to track down her sister's killer--and then discovers that she's the one being hunted.How can one woman uncover the truth when everyone's a suspect--including herself?From the mind of Wall Street Journal bestselling author Christopher Greyson comes a story with twists and turns that take the reader to the edge of madness. The Girl Who Lived should come with a warning label: once you start reading, you won't be able to stop. Not since Girl on the Train and Gone Girl has a psychological thriller kept readers so addicted--and guessing right until the last page.Praise for Christopher Greyson's The Girl Who Lived Gold Medal Winner for Best Mystery/Thriller ebook of the Year -- 2018 Independent Publisher Book Awards Winner Best Thriller -- 2018 National Indie Excellence Awards Voted Most Loved Cover -- NetGalley ReadersGrab your copy of this highly-acclaimed thriller today!"Greyson is a master of weaving suspense and keeping the reader guessing..." -- NetGalley Review"The plot turns come fast and furious... Sharp characters enmeshed in a mystery that, particularly in its final lap, is a gleefully dizzy ride." -- Kirkus Reviews"Christopher Greyson has created a thriller on par with The Girl on the Train, only with more suspects, more danger, and more agony for the young heroine." -- Killer NashvilleLook for other standalone novels by Wall ... [Read More]

  • ASIN: 1683993039
  • ISBN: 1683993039
  • Manufacturer: Greyson Media Associates

The Book Thief

The Book Thief

DON’T MISS BRIDGE OF CLAY, MARKUS ZUSAK’S FIRST NOVEL SINCE THE BOOK THIEF.  The extraordinary #1 New York Times bestseller that is now a major motion picture, Markus Zusak's unforgettable story is about the ability of books to feed the soul.  Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read. When Death has a story to tell, you listen. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement.  In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of I Am the Messenger, has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time.   “The kind of book that can be life-changing.” —The New York Times   “Deserves a place on the same shelf with The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank.” —USA Today

  • ASIN: 0375842209
  • ISBN: 9780375842207
  • Brand: Alfred A. Knopf
  • Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers

Hero on a Bicycle

Hero on a Bicycle

In her first novel, beloved author Shirley Hughes presents a World War II adventure proving that in extraordinary circumstances, people are capable of extraordinary things. Italy, 1944: Florence is occupied by Nazi forces. The Italian resistance movement has not given up hope, though — and neither have thirteen-year- old Paolo and his sister, Costanza. As their mother is pressured into harboring escaping POWs, Paolo and Costanza each find a part to play in opposing the German forces. Both are desperate to fight the occupation, but what can two siblings — with only a bicycle to help them — do against a whole army? Middle-grade fans of history and adventure will be riveted by the action and the vividly evoked tension of World War II.

  • ASIN: 0763697788
  • ISBN: 0763697788
  • Manufacturer: Candlewick

The Displaced : Fall of a Fortress - One of the Best Historical Fiction Novels You'll Read in 2019: Book 1 of 3

The Displaced : Fall of a Fortress - One of the Best Historical Fiction Novels You'll Read in 2019: Book 1 of 3

"The Displaced is an engaging work set in one of the most intriguing locales in Canadian history." — Kirkus ReviewsStranded in a besieged fortress, can a strong refugee woman survive and fight for her true love? Canadian Author Frieda Watt transports us into the barbaric world of 18th century colonial America where treachory, murder, and rival armies fight violent turf wars in Volume One of her epic new series, The Displaced: Fall of a Fortress. In 1744, the mortar in the walls of Louisbourg fortress is still wet as Britain advances to conquer this new French city, its citizens both protected and imprisoned by its massive stone ramparts.  Torn between clashing empires and contentious families, Marie Lévesque fights to find a place in the unforgiving frontier of Canada. As a young woman, her life is just beginning. Her friendship with Pierre promises of something more. But their lives and the doomed fortress of Louisbourg are caught in the cross-hairs of the British navy, who promise to annihilate not only them but also their very way of life.As empires collide, Marie and Pierre are catapulted into a world they do not understand—a world of spies, treason, and revenge. They must fight not only to survive the war, but also to stay together despite the forces that threaten to tear them apart forever.This beautifully written, epic work of historical literary fiction, with the same feel as Outlander, is a must-read for any lover of historical fiction. The Displaced: Fall of a Fortress tells the story of ordinary people as they try to survive as French rule crumbles in Canada.

  • ASIN: B07BYV15NM

Puzzled: An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teens

Puzzled: An adventure story filled with suspense, mystery, and fantasy - for kids ages 9-12 and teens

Peter, an exceptionally clever junior high school kid, is pulled into an adventure where he and a few friends have to solve a series of very challenging riddles and puzzles. Peter's mind, which has an amazing talent for problem-solving, is needed to save the world.This adventure sure is a big change from what Peter typically deals with in life: He gets called geek and nerd by everyone in the cool group. He tries to hide his love for learning, in a hope to stick out a little less. He fantasizes about a girl who is out of his league.Peter and his friends must solve every confusing riddle and challenging puzzle they face. If they can’t, a powerful supernatural being will cause immense destruction and devastation...

  • ASIN: B07BD1YCXD

Etched in Sand: A True Story of Five Siblings Who Survived an Unspeakable Childhood on Long Island

Etched in Sand: A True Story of Five Siblings Who Survived an Unspeakable Childhood on Long Island

Regina’s Calcaterra memoir, Etched in Sand, is an inspiring and triumphant coming-of-age story of tenacity and hope. Regina Calcaterra is a successful lawyer, New York State official, and activist. Her painful early life, however, was quite different. Regina and her four siblings survived an abusive and painful childhood only to find themselves faced with the challenges of the foster-care system and intermittent homelessness in the shadows of Manhattan and the Hamptons. A true-life rags-to-riches story, Etched in Sand chronicles Regina’s rising above her past, while fighting to keep her brother and three sisters together through it all. Beautifully written, with heartbreaking honesty, Etched in Sand is an unforgettable reminder that regardless of social status, the American Dream is still within reach for those who have the desire and the determination to succeed.

  • ASIN: B009NG18Z8
  • Brand: William Morrow Paperbacks
  • Manufacturer: William Morrow Paperbacks