New Releases by Ann Martin

An NPR Best YA Book of 2018 The author of The Big F is back with another snappy, utterly relatable contemporary novel about loving yourself and forging your own path. Savannah is dreading being home alone with her overbearing mother after her big sister—and best friend—goes off to college. But if she can just get through senior year, she''ll be able to escape to college, too. What she doesn''t count on is that her mother''s obsession with weight has only grown deeper since her appearance on an extreme weight-loss show , and now Savvy''s mom is pressuring her even harder to be constantly mindful of what she eats. Between her mom''s diet-helicoptering, missing her sister, and worrying about her collegiate future, Savvy has enough to worry about. And then she meets George, the cute new kid at school who has insecurities of his own. As Savvy and George grow closer, they help each other discover how to live in the moment and enjoy the here and now before it disappears. To Be Honest is another sharp, witty novel from Maggie Ann Martin, about a spunky heroine who is dealing with very real issues—body image, parental pressure, loneliness, first love, and finding your way—with heart and humor. Praise for To Be Honest: "Savvy''s story is a welcome one in today''s YA market and will help spread a much-needed message to teens about parental mental health issues and the potential dangers of diet culture." — School Library Journal, starred review "I love that the book, itself, is not obsessed with its plus-size main character. ... It''s a shame that books like this are so few and far between." — NPR " To Be Honest captures the struggle to be proud of who you are and to find the courage to live boldly, no matter your shape or size ... For fans of To All the Boys I''ve Loved Before and Dumplin''." — GERM Magazine

A Heartwarming Story of Love, Strength, and Family During Cancer Treatment Talking to children about cancer can be challenging, but Joey’s Hat makes it easier with a gentle, uplifting story full of warmth and support. This beautifully illustrated, large-print book follows Joey, a young boy whose father is undergoing chemotherapy. Through everyday moments and acts of love, Joey’s family comes together to support his father, showing children that even in difficult times, joy, hope, and togetherness can shine through. With bright, engaging illustrations and a comforting tone, Joey’s Hat helps children understand what to expect when a loved one is going through chemotherapy. The back of the book includes helpful conversation starters for adults to continue discussing cancer in an age-appropriate way. Why This Book Matters: Supports Families Facing Cancer: Helps children process a loved one''s chemotherapy journey in a sensitive and hopeful manner. Encourages Meaningful Conversations: Offers guidance for parents, teachers, and caregivers to discuss cancer with children. Educational and Age-Appropriate: Written for preschool through early elementary students, making it a valuable resource for schools and public libraries. Bright, Engaging Illustrations: Helps young readers connect with the story in a comforting and reassuring way. Focuses on family strength, love, and resilience. Inclusive and Supportive: A feel-good book that highlights family resilience and the power of love in difficult times. Ideal for Read-Alouds: The large print storytelling make it perfect for group readings in classrooms, cancer support groups, and community programs. A Thoughtful Gift – Perfect for families, caregivers, and cancer support communities Great for Donations – Share with cancer centers, infusion clinics, libraries, and schools Whether you''re a parent, teacher, caregiver, or friend, Joey’s Hat is a must-have resource for helping children understand and navigate a loved one’s cancer journey with compassion and hope. YOU CAN DONATE THIS BOOK! Send a copy to cancer centers, infusion clinics, libraries, or schools as a gift in honor of someone special. If your non-profit is looking for a special project, let the author know. She will sell them at wholesale. Visit www.survivinglifelessons.com.

A Delightful Poetry Book Filled with Seasons, Nature, and Stunning Illustrations Create lasting memories with this beautifully illustrated poetry book—a treasure for every child’s bookshelf! Step into a world of rhyme and wonder, where the beauty of the four seasons comes to life through engaging verses and breathtaking illustrations in this poetry books for children. Enjoying the Seasons takes young readers on a journey through splashing in springtime puddles, soaking up summer sunshine, crunching through autumn leaves, or catching winter snowflakes, this enchanting book takes young readers on a journey through the year. From playful animals to children exploring the changing world around them, each page is filled with poetic storytelling that sparks curiosity and imagination. With engaging rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this book brings the changing seasons to life, capturing the joy of children exploring nature and the charm of playful animals along the way. This Childrens poetry book is a must have! A must-have for all ages, this charming book blends joy and learning, making it perfect for bedtime, early readers, kinder time, and read-aloud moments with family and educators. Children will delight in exploring the four seasons with rhythmic poetry and captivating imagery while building early language and literacy skills. Why You’ll Love This Book: Stunning illustrations that bring each animal and rhyme to life Engaging bedtime stories that help little ones wind down Perfect nursery rhymes book for toddlers, babies, and early readers Fun way for early readers to learn language and rhythm Designed for all ages, including seniors who enjoy large-print reading For parents, grandparents, and teachers looking for engaging read-alouds Encourages a love of language and rhythm in young readers Is for Storytime, classroom reading, and bedtime routines For special gifts for birthdays, baby showers, Easter baskets, Christmas presents and other special occasions Whether you''re introducing a child to the beauty of poetry or looking for a heartwarming book to share, Enjoying the Seasons is a must-have addition to any collection. Start the adventure—explore the seasons through poetry today! Discover more captivating children''s books by Deborah Ann Martin, including The Farmer Girl, Joey’s Hat Collection, and her Life Moments poetry series, available in both English and Spanish. Visit her Amazon author page or explore www.survivinglifelessons.com to learn more about Deborah, her books, and her inspiring journey. Keep the adventure going!

The book is oriented toward healthcare professionals and such students. Also to teachers, their students, law-in-forcement, and the criminal justice system, as well as the general public. It identifies the many causes of mental health problems that have resulted in the violence and deaths of many innocent people, sadly, children in our culture. It also looks at the various types of treatment available inorder to provide people with the help they need, but must be able to connect with them emotionally. It looks at why so much rage and trauma, and what can be done to change peoples beliefs, attitudes and behavior, allowing individuals to live fulfilling and happy lives.

Nancy and Dom must deal with a very annoying Mrs Biddlethorpe, a very hungry Wodge, a very bad-tempered fairy, and a very uninvited bulldozer – all the while rehearsing for the school concert. What could go wrong?

"All About Korea is a delightful children''s book written by Ann Martin Bowler, an adoptive parent of two children from Korea. A wonderful resource for families who have adopted from Korea, the book--chalk full of interesting facts about Seoul--also serves as a useful and fun guide for anyone interested in Korean history and culture. Your child will love the fun stories, crafts and activities, as well as the vibrant and colorful pictures--beautifully illustrated by Soosoonam Barg, an artist and teacher from Seoul. Bowler also provides delicious recipes used in the rich Korean culture! We highly recommend All About Korea to our Korea families and their children. We encourage you to read the book with your child and, together, learn about Korea and your child''s heritage! --Angie Wharfield Ford, Director of Post Adoption Services, Holt International"

After attending daycare for five years, Haley has graduated and is ready for kindergarten. Haley understands that, at first, kids might be scared or sad to start daycare. In Daycare Advice from Haley, she shares all the things she has learned throughout the years to make it easier for new kids to handle the transition. From walking into the front door, to learning lots and lots of new things, to playing, and to making new friends, Haley talks about all the important parts of going to daycare. She tells about being safe and sharing and napping and snacking. With photos included, Haley offers firsthand advice for having a good experience at daycare.

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children''s book presents a classic Balinese fairy tale—providing an entertaining look into a rich oral tradition. Featured as a "Top Pick" on TravelForKids.com, Gecko''s Complaint tells the story of a Gecko who once lived on the island we now call Bali, in a jungle dense with flowers and vines. After hundreds of fireflies disturb Gecko''s sleep, he complains to kindly Raden, the jungle''s lion leader. In his efforts to get to the bottom of Gecko''s troubles, Raden discovers all too much complaining and far too many irritable animals. Can Raden help the animals with their troubles? Can peace and happiness return to the jungles of Bali? A simple yet absolutely delightful Balinese folktale for kids, this bilingual edition, which features both English and Indonesian text, is a perfect introduction to the true spirit of Bali. The Indonesian island of Bali has a strong art and storytelling tradition—folktales that have been passed down from generation to generation. As a nation with over 18,000 islands, Indonesia has hundreds of traditional languages and cultures, each with myths and legends to tell. With its backdrop of volcanoes, earthquakes, dense jungles, diverse wildlife and people, it is not surprising that Indonesia is rich with fabulous, imaginative tales.

From the national bestselling author of Weave of Absence comes a mystery set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, where weaving studio owner Della Wright finds herself tangled up in murder…. Della and her friend Jenny are remodeling Dream Weaver, turning their shared business space into two separate shops. But after the work is completed, building inspector Howard Swanson refuses to grant Jenny the permit to reopen her coffee shop. Determined to get to the bottom of the hold-up, Della heads to Howard’s office to defend Jenny’s livelihood, only to find the inspector dead—and the police spinning a yarn about Della being responsible. Although Della’s boyfriend, Matthew, an ex-FBI criminologist, claims there’s no need to worry, Della is convinced that the cops have it in for her. Now she must nab the real killer before she’s shuttled off to jail…. FEATURES WEAVING TIPS!

Sunny knew this was coming, but she never prepared herself to say good-bye forever Sunny’s mom has stopped her cancer treatments, leaving the hospital to spend her final days at home. Sunny has been sleep deprived and kind of all over the place. She goes to school, but not to her classes. She talks to Dawn a little, but otherwise, her mind has been hijacked by thoughts of losing her mom. When a string of visitors comes through the door to say their good-byes, she finally realizes this is it. The end. Facing the pain allows Sunny to actually talk to her mom and learn a little more about her before she’s gone. Sunny makes it her duty to start helping and becomes obsessed with listing everything she needs to say before her mom dies. Her mother knows there isn’t enough time—there will never be enough time—to say everything that needs to be said . . . but maybe there’s something she can give her daughter that will help ease Sunny’s pain. This ebook features an illustrated personal history of Ann M. Martin, including rare images from the author’s collection. Sunny: Diary Three is the 12th book in the California Diaries, which also includes Dawn: Diary Three and Maggie: Diary Three.

Vladimir Nabokov, one of the 20th century''s greatest novelists, is particularly remembered for his masterpiece Lolita. The present work examines the enduring themes of Lolita and places the novel in its biographical, social, cultural and historical contexts. Of particular interest are questions of love in all of its manifestations, the central problem of time in the book, and memory as it is explored in fictional memoir or, in this case, the central protagonist''s "confession."

SHEAR MURDER Della Wright can’t believe her luck when celebrity designer Bunny Boyd walks into her weaving studio in small-town Briar’s Hollow, North Carolina, with a large custom fabric order. Bunny needs materials for her latest design project: Bernard Whitby’s mansion. Bernard is Briar Hollow’s resident millionaire, and Della soon discovers that Bunny has designs on the man as well as his house. And he’s happy to have a celebrity at his side when he announces his candidacy for governor. But the buzz surrounding Bernard’s announcement is quickly overshadowed by the murder of a local coffee shop owner. When her good friend Jenny becomes one of the suspects, Della decides to unravel the mystery. But she’ll have to work fast—before she gets tangled in a killer’s clutches. FEATURES WEAVING TIPS!

America''s favorite baby-sitters come to life in a new graphic novel series! Poor Stacey. She''s moved to a new town. She''s still coming to terms with her diabetes. She''s facing baby-sitting problems left and right. And her parents are no help. Luckily, Stacey has three new, true friends -- Kristy, Claudia, and Mary Anne. Together they''re the BSC -- and they will deal with whatever''s thrown their way... even if it''s a rival baby-sitting club!

Make decorative, simple do-it-yourself projects with this friendly guide to paper crafting. You and your family will love to spend hours making beautiful paper art, jewelry, and decorations with All Things Paper. This easy paper crafts book comes with simple-to-follow instructions and detailed photos that show you how to create colorful and impressive art objects to display at home--many of which have practical uses. It is a great book for experienced paper craft hobbyists looking for new ideas or for new folders who want to learn paper crafts from experts. Projects in this papercrafting book include: Candle Luminaries Citrus Slice Coasters Mysterious Stationery Box Everyday Tote Bag Silver Orb Pendant Fine Paper Yarn Necklace Wedding Cake Card Perfect Journey Journal And many more… All the projects in this book are designed by noted paper crafters like Benjamin John Coleman, Patricia Zapata, and Richela Fabian Morgan. They have all been creating amazing objects with paper for many years. Whether you''re a beginner or have been paper crafting for many years, you''re bound to find something you''ll love in All Things Paper. Soon you will be on your way to creating your own designs and paper art.

Join the Chinese admiral and his crew as they battle pirates and raging storms in this beautifully illustrated Chinese history book for kids. Did you know that 85 years before Columbus discovered America, Chinese ships longer than a football field sailed thousands of miles through unknown oceans and visited more than 30 nations? It''s true! Adventures of the Treasure Fleet: China Discovers that World is the amazing story of these seven epic voyages and their larger-than-life commander, Admiral Zheng He. Beginning in 1405, Admiral Zheng He led more than 300 gigantic, brightly-painted ships across the South China Sea to the Indian Ocean and all the way to the distant coast of Africa. The admiral and his crew battled pirates and raging storms and were amazed by the people and ways of life in distant lands. At each port, Chinese goods were traded for pearls, precious stones, herbs and medicines which were given as tribute to China''s powerful emperor when the ships'' returned home. Filled with historical facts, Adventures of the Treasure Fleet brings a fantastic piece of history to life. Gracefully told and beautifully illustrated, the story''s fast pace will keep young ones captivated while offering enough information to satisfy curious readers of all ages.

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children''s book presents a classic Balinese fairy tale--providing an entertaining look into a rich oral tradition. Featured as a "Top Pick" on TravelForKids.com, Gecko''s Complaint tells the story of a Gecko who once lived on the island we now call Bali, in a jungle dense with flowers and vines. After hundreds of fireflies disturb Gecko''s sleep, he complains to kindly Raden, the jungle''s lion leader. In his efforts to get to the bottom of Gecko''s troubles, Raden discovers all too much complaining and far too many irritable animals. Can Raden help the animals with their troubles? Can peace and happiness return to the jungles of Bali? A simple yet absolutely delightful Balinese folktale for kids, this bilingual edition, which features both English and Indonesian text, is a perfect introduction to the true spirit of Bali. The Indonesian island of Bali has a strong art and storytelling tradition--folktales that have been passed down from generation to generation. As a nation with over 18,000 islands, Indonesia has hundreds of traditional languages and cultures, each with myths and legends to tell.

Download play-along audio tracks at knackbooks.com/piano. Knack Piano for Everyone is a self-instruction book for beginners to intermediates, fully illustrated with full-color photographs and musical notation. The book will teach readers everything a beginner should know about the instrument itself—the parts, different kinds of pianos, care for pianos—and then provide the basics of reading piano music and playing. Download play-along audio tracks at knackbooks.com/piano. The book will include: * An explanation of how the piano works. * An exploration of the instrument, sitting correctly, playing all over the keyboard on the black keys. * Finding familiar tunes on the piano. * Music notation, where it comes from, directions (up and down) on the keyboard and on the music page. Lessons will be geared toward achievable results for the reader without any prior knowledge of music, but also contain sidebars on various styles and techniques for the more advanced reader. By the end of the book, the reader will be able to play some basic songs, including some that will be provided in the Appendix.

Perfect for today''s hectic lifestyles, this quick-and-easy cookbook will help home cooks free up extra time without sacrificing great homemade meals. Distinctively different, this cookbook features dishes that can be prepared fast and left unattended while the cook answers an e-mail, spends time with the kids (or the guests), or simply relaxes. More than 100 delicious recipes include everything from main dishes and sides to breads and desserts. There are recipes for the crock-pot, stovetop, and oven. Unlike typical "quick" dishes, these emphasize freshness and flavor and avoid highly processed foods. With Hands-Off Techniques, Stress Savers, Eye Appeal ideas, useful tips on ingredients and equipment, plus timesaving recipes, Hands-Off Cooking is the cookbook busy people can''t wait to get their hands on.

Drawing on theoretical paradigms from gender and cultural studies, Martin develops a participatory model of modernist literature and culture.

"An equestrian journalist who covers the international show jumping circuit, she knows personally many celebrated riders, trainers and course designers, and they have been more than willing to share with her their secrets of show jumping success. Ann Martin profiles the riders and then interviews them in depth about the multifaceted world of show jumping. George Morris, one of America''s preeminent riders and teachers, offers a commentary on each rider, assessing his or her style and performance." --Jacket.

A real-time spectrogram instrument has been developed to provide an inexpensive and field-portable instrument for the analysis of animal sounds. The instrument integrates a computer graphics display package with a PC-AT computer equipped with an A/D board and a digital signal processing board. It provides a real-time spectrogram display of frequencies up to 50kHz in a variety of modes: a running display, a signal halted on screen, successive expanded views of the signal. The signal amplitude may also be displayed. Portions of the scrolled data may be saved to disk file for future viewing, or as part of a database collection. The screen display may be manipulated to adapt to special needs. Program source listings are included in the text. Keywords: Computer systems, Spectrography, Computer programs. (cp).

The author recounts his experiences as Director of the State Department Policy Planning Staff, Secretary of the Navy, arms control negotiator, and Ambassador at Large