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Musashi's tale continues as he transforms himself from an inexperienced soldier with no direction into Japan's greatest swordsman!

This is the second book of Musashi: The Novel, a sweeping three-book unabridged translation of Eiji Yoshikawa's bestselling masterpiece--Japan's most beloved historical novel. Masterfully translated for the first time in its entirety by Alexander Bennett, this vivid and fast-paced story reveals the exploits and inner life of a man who finds not only his true purpose but also his humanity.

In Book Two Musashi continues his travels across Japan, earning a name for himself as a fearless swordsman. One by one, he dispatches the most skilled fighters in Japan with minimal effort, and it all seems too easy. But stung by their defeat at his hands, the Yoshioka fighters vow revenge, and their leader, Seijuro, seeks out Musashi for a duel to the death. Wrestling with his demons, Musashi is torn by his love for Otsu and his goal of becoming Japan's most famous warrior. He decides to take on a young student, but in doing so, is he losing his focus? Musashi holds his destiny in his hands, yet difficult choices will have to be made.

The epic story concludes as Musashi prepares to take on his greatest rival with his destiny in the balance!

This is the third book of Musashi: The Novel, a sweeping three-book unabridged translation of Eiji Yoshikawa's bestselling masterpiece--Japan's most beloved historical novel. Masterfully translated for the first time in its entirety by Alexander Bennett, this vivid and fast-paced story reveals the exploits and inner life of a man who finds not only his true purpose but also his humanity.

In this final book, Musashi is left to surmount one final obstacle--the great swordsman Sasaki Kojiro, who is legendary for his skill with the sword. As Musashi journeys to fight Kojiro, he encounters old friends and new enemies. Devoting himself to meditation and Zen study, he realizes that the pursuit of glory through violence is fruitless, and the only path to success can be found through introspection and discipline.

To become truly happy, he must defeat not only his greatest rival but his self-doubt, tying up loose ends in the process. He meets with Otsu as he prepares to fight Sasaki, wielding only a wooden staff, with his destiny in the balance.

This unforgettable conclusion cements Musashi's place as one of literature's most compelling heroes, brought to English readers at last in its full, unabridged glory.

The intrinsic horror in this collection is the suggestion that we are only saved from the constant lurking threat of annihilation by our inept human gestures--the weak joke, the evening cocktail, the petty jealousies, the ill-considered trust of strangers, idle flirtations. In the tradition of Isabel Allende's magical realism, Ahmed writes of emotions and experiences too large to be contained by mortal characters. In this collection of arresting short stories, we find complex and vulnerable characters wrestling with transitions that exceed what people can easily bear. Ahmed's miraculous humor keeps these narratives moving in an adept and unlikely cadence, as her themes of love and loyalty, bigotry, colonialism, sexuality, violence and uncanny awareness confront scenarios of liminal spaces--immigrants who wish to assimilate, parents avoiding religious persecution, and especially women and girls contending with life stages in uncomfortable, "othering" circumstances. A cursed lake, a malicious, djinn-infested tree in the village, and a house that can only spew sewage are among the unexpected encounters in this book. The pathos, wit and intense humanity of these stories will make the reader come back to them again and again. The Bangladeshi-American "story" hits a superbly resonant note in The Strangest of Fruit.

The monster subjugation campaign was a success, and Eizo returns home with a new addition to the family! However, his days of battling beasts aren't quite done yet. During a chance encounter with Jolanda--Samya's childhood friend--the family learns that another corrupted bear is stalking around the Black Forest. There's also a rumor about a magical knife--could this be a new product to add to Forge Eizo's lineup?Eizo also receives a large-scale commission that will test his skills, but it also comes with the troubling rumor that a revolution's brewing in the neighboring empire. On top of that, he learns the empire has also taken the legendary mercenary Lightning Strike Helen as a prisoner! Can a humble blacksmith come to her rescue? With so many irons in the fire, it might be tough for Eizo to forge the quiet life he's after!

Portraits of dancers rendered through reflective storytelling and exquisite photography, illustrating the varieties of individual paths within the world of ballet

Infinite Steps invites readers into the deeply personal journeys of thirty-three ballet dancers from around the world, tracing their paths from first pliés to final bows and beyond. Through intimate profiles by writer and dancer Gavin Larsen and stunning photographs by Gene Schiavone, this book reveals the physical demands and quiet triumphs that define a life in ballet. Each chapter offers a glimpse into a dancer's inner world, illuminating the realities behind the moments portrayed by the images.

The dancers featured in this book span generations, career stages, and perspectives. Some, such as Misty Copeland, are internationally celebrated stars, while others are just beginning their journeys, and still others have transitioned into new lives beyond the stage. Alina Cojocaru began dancing in Kyiv at 9 years old before becoming a principal dancer with The Royal Ballet and English National Ballet. Paloma Herrera became one of the youngest principal dancers in the history of American Ballet Theatre, and Marja' Quaqua received Copeland's prestigious Ballet in the City Scholarship for emerging Black dancers. Kylie Edwards performed with the City Ballet of San Diego and transitioned to an acting career, while Vjola Hajati found a second home performing cabaret at the Moulin Rouge in Paris.

From the discipline of training to the vulnerability of retirement, these stories reflect the full spectrum of what it means to be a dancer, resonating with Schiavone's images of the artists at work and rest. Infinite Steps is a tribute to the resilience, craft, and humanity of dancers. For lifelong ballet lovers, students dreaming of the stage, or anyone interested in learning about the people behind incredible art, this book offers a rare and heartfelt look at the many ways a life in dance can unfold.

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER now in a limited-edition 7 1/2 anniversary edition with gold foil cover, Art Deco edges, custom illustrations, and exclusive new work from Stuart Turton outlining how he wrote one of the most mind-bending mysteries of all time.

The 71/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle is a breathlessly addictive mystery that follows one man's race to find a killer, with an astonishing time-turning twist that means nothing and no one are quite what they seem.

Aiden Bishop knows the rules. Evelyn Hardcastle will die every day until he can identify her killer and break the cycle. But every time the day begins again, Aiden wakes up in the body of a different guest at Blackheath Manor. And some of his hosts are more helpful than others. With a locked-room mystery that Agatha Christie would envy, Stuart Turton unfurls a breakneck novel of intrigue and suspense.

International bestselling author Stuart Turton delivers inventive twists in a thriller of such unexpected creativity it will leave readers guessing until the very last page.

"Pop your favorite Agatha Christie whodunnit into a blender with a scoop of Downton Abbey, a dash of Quantum Leap, and a liberal sprinkling of Groundhog Day and you'll get this unique murder mystery." --Harper's Bazaar

"Utterly romantic. All the stars! Karla writes delicious tension and beautiful happily-ever-afters." --Devney Perry, #1 New York Times bestselling author

***Deluxe edition features a sprayed edge and bonus epilogue!

You are cordially invited to my fake wedding.

Marrying Beckett Coleman is the best idea I've had in years. I can grant my sick dad's wish to walk one of his daughters down the aisle, and Beckett has my help solving a custody situation with his daughter. Our plan is to spend a year together, then part ways. Easy, especially since I'm not his type, and he's not mine either.

He's too quiet and too serious. And while he's distractingly gorgeous, he's also my brother's teammate. Beckett is fake husband material, not the real deal. I just have to remember that.

Until I move in with him. Get to know him. Share a bed with him. Turns out, the line between fake and real isn't just blurry, it's almost impossible to uphold when he looks at me the way he does.

This marriage is a whole lot more complicated than we bargained for. We're threatening to destroy everything we've built, something neither of us can risk.

Marrying Beckett might've been the best idea in years. But falling in love with him would be the worst.

One and Only blends a sexy fake marriage of convenience with rugged small-town charm and heartwarming family shenanigans. Welcome to the Wilder family!

"The best college guide you can buy." --USA Today

Every college and university has a story, and no one tells those stories like former New York Times education editor Edward B. Fiske. That's why, for more than 40 years, the Fiske Guide to Colleges has been the leading guide to 320 four-year schools, including quotes from real students and information you won't find on college websites.

Fully updated and expanded every year, Fiske is the most authoritative source of information for college-bound students and their parents. Helpful, honest, and straightforward, the Fiske Guide to Colleges delivers an insider's look at what it's really like to be a student at the "best and most interesting" schools in the United States, plus Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland--so you can find the best fits for you.

In addition to detailed and candid stories on each school, you will find:

• A self-quiz to help you understand what you are really looking for in a college
• Lists of strong programs and popular majors at each college
• "Overlap" listings to help you expand your options
• Indexes that break down schools by state, price, and average debt
• Exclusive academic, social, and quality-of-life ratings
• All the basics, including financial aid stats and acceptance rates
• Plus a special section highlighting the 20 public and private Best Buy schools--colleges that provide the best educational value

Solo uno puede ganar. Llega la secuela de El gran juego, la nueva novela del universo de Una Herencia en Juego.

Los misterios crecen. Las alianzas se rompen. Y la tensión aumenta.

Siete jugadores llegaron a la Isla Hawthorne para participar en el juego de un multimillonario. Ahora solo quedan cinco y la recta final ha comenzado.

La tensión aumenta en la competición (y entre los jugadores) y cada vez está más claro que nadie saldrá ileso del Gran Juego. No solo hay millones de dólares en riesgo..., sus corazones y sus vidas también están en peligro. En el más grande de los juegos...

No existen las coincidencias.

Todo el mundo miente.

Y alguien los vigila.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Millions, hearts, and lives are on the line in this heart-stopping sequel to The Grandest Game by #1 bestselling author Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

Seven players arrived on Hawthorne Island, each with their own secrets and motivations to win the Grandest Game. Millions are at stake, but so are hearts--and lives. The players now must race to win the game, solve myriad mysteries, and survive the twists and turns of Glorious Rivals.

The stakes get higher, the game gets twistier, and everything heats up in this newest installment in the TikTok sensation Inheritance Games Saga.

*This limited deluxe edition will have printed edges*

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily McIntire comes the second book in the Defying the Stars series, where small-town drama meets sizzling retellings of forbidden romances.

*The limited deluxe edition will include designed edges*

I already had a life. A future. A man I'd promised forever to.

But the night I found Chase Rhodes--bleeding, broken, and more lost than I was--everything changed.

I wasn't supposed to let him in. Wasn't supposed to write music with him in secret beneath the moon.

What started as a quiet escape became something unstoppable. Our songs caught fire, and now the whole world knows our names.

Music has a way of pulling the broken together, even when the timing is impossible and the fallout inevitable.

But some hearts don't settle. Some songs were never meant to stay quiet.

Because the night I saved him was only the beginning.

And loving me might be the last risk he'll ever take.

From USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Hartmann comes a new angsty, standalone contemporary romance.

This limited special paperback edition features gorgeous sprayed edges.

From the New York Times bestselling author of When the Moon Hatched comes this explosive sequel following To Bleed a Crystal Bloom--a dark fantasy inspired by Rapunzel, full of immersive imagery and breathtaking angst, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout.

I want him to hurt. To bleed.

I want him to snap, just like he snapped me.

Once upon a time, my world was small and sheltered. Everything changed the moment I stepped over my Safety Line, barreling towards a coupling with a man I hardly know.

He wants me. All of me.

Dunked in a charged political pit, I must secure the ships needed to quell the spill of murderous beasts still flooding the continent. But one wrong move could spur the war I've worked so hard to avoid.

I'll wear the dress and the cupla and the shoes. I'll do it all with a smile on my face. Because everyone's watching.

He's watching--hunting a fissure in my frosty shield, trying to scrape back the layers and see my ugly insides.

He's unyielding. Unguarded.

Changed.

Why is he looking now when I've got everything to hide?

Secrets sprout, truths bloom, and more than one of us will snap.

Crowned in the crippling weight of my mistakes, I must atone. Even if it costs me my life.

Fear was my overlord. Now, it's my prisoner.

In the third installment of AK Caggiano's Villains and Virtues series perfect for fans of Sydney J. Shields and Kimberly Lemming, a demon lord and the baroness who's wormed her way into his heart try to find time to admit their feelings for each other. If only the world would stop ending long enough for them to do so..

Their destinies are irrevocably entangled, but will their bond finally be the realm's ultimate undoing?

Nothing about Damien Maleficus Bloodthorne's evil destiny has gone according to plan. The reason? A certain noblewoman who has somehow enmeshed herself in his softening heart.

Now back amongst his peers at Yvlcon, the preeminent congregation of the vilest and most unscrupulous villains, Damien's moral growth is threatened-- and just when he was learning to be a little less evil too. Consequently, Lady Ammalie Avington, Daughter to the Baron of Faebarrow, finds her own virtue in peril when faced with so much temptation, namely in the form of a domineering blood mage she can't--or doesn't want--to say no to.

But a burgeoning romance is doused in the coldest of baths when the Grand Order of Dread commands Damien to once again face the swirling vortex of entropy that's been hunting them across the realm. The coming eclipse points to devastation and destruction, and with prophecy being, well, prophecy, annihilation seems impossible to avoid.

But there's an entire fortnight before the world is supposed to end, and surely that's enough time to find some way around it. . . or at the very least to confess one's devotion before it all

Dress and accessorize TAYLOR SWIFT as she celebrates her Wedding Era in this My Sticker Dress-Up(TM) activity book!

All Swifties will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Use the shimmer stickers to help Taylor plan and celebrate her wedding day Swiftie-style. A wedding album allows Swifties to select and save all their favorite moments. With 5 pages of reusable clothing and accessory stickers, children will love exploring their creativity by creating their own outfits, scenes, and of course--STYLE!

• Contains over 500 reusable shimmer stickers plus a fold out sticker closet to help users organize their sticker fun
• Outfits and accessories can be used on multiple figures so children experience unlimited creativity
• Perfect for an on-the-go travel activity or a screen-free playtime at home
• Makes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or celebration gift for any Swiftie occasion

Mining Is Dead. Long Live Geopolitical Mining

The age of traditional mining has ended. Critical minerals-copper, lithium, cobalt, rare earths, and more-are no longer just commodities. They are the hidden architecture of global power, deciding who leads in technology, defense, finance, and diplomacy.

This book maps how minerals moved from the margins of industry to the center of geopolitics. With data from 2024-2025 and a strategic lens, Marta Rivera and Eduardo Zamanillo reveal how China, the United States, Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia are reshaping the world order through mining decisions that will echo for decades.

Inside, you'll discover:

• Why Sovereign speed -not just reserves- now defines who wins or loses.
• How narrative and legitimacy can turn mineral wealth into real power.
• The risks of failing to industrialize mining in a world racing for supply chains.
• Where artificial intelligence, clean technologies, and strategic alliances enter the mineral equation.
• Why illegal mining is not just a social issue, but a matter of national security.

Mining Is Dead is not a technical manual. It is a guide for those who want to see the signals behind the headlines and anticipate the forces shaping tomorrow. Written with clarity and depth, it speaks to policymakers, business leaders, investors, academics, journalists-and anyone curious about how the next chapter of global power is being written.

The mining of the past is gone. What comes next is geopolitical mining, and it will shape the century.