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An engaging and comprehensive guide to many exciting space-related jobs, from astronauts and rocket engineers to space chefs and even extraterrestrial scouts.

Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut, a spaceship engineer, or to work in Mission Control? Find out all about astronomy and the surprising space-related jobs out there, from training to be a space chef or designing spacesuits to searching for new planets we could live on. Written by astronomer and expert science communicator, Dr. Sheila Kanani, this out-of-this-world manual is sure to excite young space enthusiasts.

Other titles in the series include: How to Be an Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs; How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs.

A cultural history of liberalism--one of our most widely used yet misunderstood terms--that reveals why the world urgently needs a more liberal mindset.

So-called liberalism has been twisted out of shape by both the left- and right-wing who incorrectly conceive of it in ideological terms, without understanding what a liberal philosophy really entails. In untangling these misconceptions, Wooldridge reveals why the world desperately needs to adopt a proper liberal mindset.

The cycles of history predict that without a return to liberalism, we face autocracy, fascism, and the societal stratification already visible in the world's structures of opposition: populists versus elitists, the ultra-woke versus the steadfastly traditional, and capitalist-triumphalists against capitalist-catastrophists. A call to arms amidst American economic stagnation and the global censorship of information, Adrian's new book guides us through liberalism's intellectual, cultural, and political histories to remind us of the true liberal's values: freedom through self-determinism, individual rights, healthy skepticism, thoughtful tolerance, and aversion to dogmatism.

Adrian diagnoses areas of necessary improvement for today's passive liberals, who would do well to embody the flexible, moderate, and critical approaches of their Cold War predecessors. The West's success against Communist totalitarianism came from recognizing the need for a strong military defense while using open communication to explain what the West was defending. This energy must be applied to our understanding of overseas regimes and of Western capitalism at home.

To avoid global catastrophe and uphold intellectual freedom and privacy, we must learn from the liberal past and look ahead, critiquing the structures we find ourselves in and those further afield

James loves collecting kites, which he keeps pristine and safe in his bedroom cupboard. His little sister, GG, loves opening cupboard doors and pulling things out ...

Whenever James has earned enough money from doing small jobs for his neighbors, he buys himself a new kite. He hangs it in his closet with his other kites, where they remain just as James likes them: safe, tidy, just right. That is, until his little sister discovers them. GG has different ideas about kites, and about keeping things safe and tidy. James' sure he knows what's best, but he also loves GG. Is it time for him to reconsider what it means to be "just right"?

This delightful book featuring a special sibling bond offers a wonderful lesson about the joy that can be found in being open to new experiences. It's perfect for anyone needing a fresh perspective on what's "right," and for any child adjusting to life with a younger sibling.

A tiny talking mouse sets off on a giant adventure to rescue his friend in this fun, heartwarming illustrated adventure, perfect for fans of Stuart Little and The Mouse and the Motorcycle.

Talking mouse Isaiah is free from the experiments that left him with blue fur and a big voice, and living a picture-perfect life with his human friend, Hailey. But the evil scientists--and their evil talking cats--are hot on Isaiah's trail. When they mouse-nap his friend Mikayla, it's up to Isaiah and Hailey to rescue her.

Their search takes them on a cross-country adventure, where they face foes and make unexpected friends. If they can find Mikayla, they might even find a way to free Isaiah's siblings and create a happy ending for all the lab mice.

This endearing and whimsical tail tale from bestselling author James Patterson is a celebration of bravery and determination in all shapes and sizes.

Más de 4.500.000 de ejemplares vendidos.

«Elísabet Benavent es la voz masiva de una generación».--Jesús Ruiz Mantilla, El País

Edición limitada con cantos tintados

¿Qué sucede cuando descubres que el final de tu cuento no es como soñabas?

- Érase una vez una mujer que lo tenía todo y un chico que no tenía nada.

- Érase una vez una historia de amor entre el éxito y la duda.

- Érase una vez un cuento perfecto.

Elísabet Benavent, @BetaCoqueta, vuelve al panorama de la literatura con una novela que explora el significado del éxito en la vida y reflexiona con ironía y humor acerca de las imposiciones sociales, la presión del grupo y la autoexigencia que, aunque cueste creerlo, no es sinónimo de felicidad.

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Over 4 500 000 copies sold.

"Elísabet Benavent is the massive voice of a generation." --Jesús Ruiz Mantilla, El País

Limited edition with colored edges.

What happens when you learn that the end of your story is not what you had hoped for?

-Once upon a time, there was a woman who had it all and a man who had nothing.

-Once upon a time, there was a love story between success and doubt.

-Once upon a time, there was a perfect tale.

Elísabet Benavent, @BetaCoqueta, returns to the literary scene with a novel that explores the meaning of success in life and reflects with both irony and humor on social impositions, peer pressure, and self-demand, which, though hard to believe, is not synonymous with happiness.

From the Grammy-nominated and multiplatinum singer-songwriter and New York Times bestselling author Tori Amos comes Tori and the Muses, a thoughtful and sprightly tale of young Tori navigating the magical world of inspiration in all its forms.

Tori is no ordinary child--her musical inspirations and talents are clear from a young age. But when her dad forces her to rehearse for her recital, Tori is unhappy. She wants to play what she wants to play! And though they don't see eye to eye, Tori has a secret: eleven Muses who have visited her since she was a baby and inspire her to write and make her own beautiful music. These fairy godmother-like Muses remind Tori that inspiration is everywhere, and perhaps in helping others find their own Muses--including Dad--she may better understand her own inspirations.

So, Tori takes her brand-new floating pink piano--a gift from the Muses--to see what might inspire others, in hopes of understanding what her dad's Muses might be. And she is surprised at what she finds.

Filled with joy, curiosity, and imagination, this debut picture book written by Tori Amos with otherworldly illustrations by Demelsa Haughton will inspire, encourage, and most importantly, remind young readers to find inspiration in the things they love, and to listen to their own Muses.

The bigger the cats, the bigger the fun! Learn about leopards, lions, and more in this vibrantly-illustrated guide-and what you can do to protect their species.

Padded paws! Extended claws! Readers are in for a roaring good time as they explore the world of cool cats and conservation.

Animal-lovers will devour this sensory romp, learning how big cats see, smell, hear, touch, and taste. Complete with detailed diagrams and resources for helping to protect big cats and their habitats, this brightly-colored nonfiction picture book is as ferociously fun as it is environmentally-conscious.

With hundreds of thousands of books sold, nonfiction master Gail Gibbons' signature simple text and striking illustrations celebrate the majestic power of big cats and continue her tradition of bringing science to curious children.

What would you do if you were settling down for a quiet bedtime story and you realized that a crocodile had fallen into your storybook and was -- not to put too fine a point on it -- wreaking havoc? Would you slam that book shut and cram it back onto the bookshelf? Or would you be brave enough to peek?

Read 5 Elephant & Piggie adventures in this special bind-up collection!

Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant and Piggie.

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.
Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.
Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.

Gerald and Piggie are best friends.

Stories included in this bind-up collection:
- Today I Will Fly!
- Watch Me Throw the Ball!
- Can I Play Too?
- Let's Go for a Drive!
- I Really Like Slop!

A USA TODAY Bestseller!

Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Public Library

"Duncan's story is so incredible it strains belief. It is so heartwarming and hopeful that it will stay with you for a long time." --John Grisham

"This brilliantly told story--at once maddening and miraculous--is among the most powerful indictments of our criminal justice system I've ever read." --James Forman, Jr.

A searing and ultimately hopeful account of Calvin Duncan, "the most extraordinary jailhouse lawyer of our time" (Sister Helen Prejean), and his thirty-year path through Angola after a wrongful murder conviction, his coming-of-age as a legal mind while imprisoned, and his continued advocacy for those on the inside

Calvin Duncan was nineteen when he was incarcerated for a 1981 New Orleans murder he didn't commit. The victim of a wildly incompetent public defense system and a badly compromised witness, Duncan was left to rot in the waking nightmare of confinement. Armed with little education, he took matters into his own hands.

At twenty-one, he filed his first motion from prison: "Motion for a Law Book," which launched his highly successful, self-taught legal career. Trapped within this wholly corrupted system, Duncan became a legal advocate for himself and his fellow prisoners as an inmate counsel at the infamous Louisiana State Penitentiary, Angola. Literature sustained his hope as he learned the law in its shadow.

During his decades of incarceration, Duncan helped hundreds of other prisoners navigate their cases, advocating for those the state had long since written off. He taught a class in the midst of Angola to empower other incarcerated men to fight for their own justice under the law. But his own case remained stalled. A defense lawyer once responded to Duncan's request for documents: "You are not a person."

Criminal justice reform advocate Sophie Cull met Duncan after he was finally released from prison; he began to tell her his story. Together, they've written a bracing condemnation of the criminal legal system, and an intimate portrait of a heroic and brilliant man's resilience in the face of injustice.

Build unshakable confidence, break through fear, and live an inspired life with a practical, research-backed framework that transforms small steps into big changes!

"This book flips the script on confidence. Confident by Choice is a call to stop waiting and start showing up, even when you're not ready."--Ben Nemtin, #1New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?

What if you could summon genuine confidence anytime you need it?

Being happier, building better relationships, overcoming fear: the missing link between you and everything you want to achieve is self-confidence. The problem? Confidence is hard to build, and even when we do, it often feels temporary and forced.

After years of research and working with over 250,000 individuals, Juan Bendaña uncovered the four myths about confidence that actually cause and reinforce self-doubt. Confidence is not linked to genetics, extraversion, insecurities, or competence.

To combat these myths, Juan Bendaña developed the Confidence Cycle, a repeatable flywheel that will help you gain and sustain confidence in every aspect of life through three key decisions:

Decision #1:
- Micro-Energy Direct excitement toward the area of improvement.

Decision #2:
- Micro-Courage Find the bravery to move through discomfort.

Decision #3:
- Micro-Action Complete a small action.

RESULT: Micro-Proof & Boost of Confidence: Receive evidence that you are headed in the right direction, which gives you more confidence, thus continuing the cycle.

This actionable and hands-on guide will jumpstart your confidence and help you build lasting courage to be your best self and face life's inevitable challenges.

Lisa Brown, creator of the hugely popular The Airport Book and The Hospital Book, breaks down the big prospect of moving to a new home in this engaging picture book primer.

Moving can be sad and scary--but it doesn't have to be. The kids in this book have done it many times before, as the older brother reminds his sister. They reflect on favorite memories from each of their past homes, and the boy talks her (and the reader) through all the steps to expect, from taping up boxes to riding in the car behind the moving truck.

Starring the same multiracial family from The Airport Book and The Hospital Book, and featuring plenty of "easter eggs" that will delight young readers, the book chronicles three distinct moves--from a small, overcrowded apartment in a rickety house to a proper urban apartment building to a house where there's room for grandpa.

With clear, concise text and detail-rich illustrations, The Moving Book is the perfect resource for any family preparing for a move and managing anxiety about the process. Fans of Lisa Brown's critically acclaimed past titles will instantly recognize their favorite tour guides to sort-of-scary new things.

A Horn Book Fanfare Title
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
One of Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books