Perfect for fans of Kasie West and Jenn Bennett, this «sweet and funny» (Kerry Winfrey, author of Waiting for Tom Hanks) teen rom-com follows a hopelessly romantic teen girl and her cute yet obnoxious neighbor as they scheme to get her noticed by her untouchable crush.
Perpetual daydreamer Liz Buxbaum gave her heart to Michael a long time ago. But her cool, aloof forever crush never really saw her before he moved away. Now that he's back in town, Liz will do whatever it takes to get on his radar-and maybe snag him as a prom date-even befriend Wes Bennet.
The annoyingly attractive next-door neighbor might seem like a prime candidate for romantic comedy fantasies, but Wes has only been a pain in Liz's butt since they were kids. Pranks involving frogs and decapitated lawn gnomes do not a potential boyfriend make. Yet, somehow, Wes and Michael are hitting it off, which means Wes is Liz's in.
But as Liz and Wes scheme to get Liz noticed by Michael so she can have her magical prom moment, she's shocked to discover that she likes being around Wes. And as they continue to grow closer, she must reexamine everything she thought she knew about love-and rethink her own ideas of what Happily Ever After should look like.
From the internationally bestselling author of Vespertine comes a heart-stopping new sequel novella to the breathtaking fantasy Sorcery of Thorns . This is the perfect read for fans of Cassandra Clare, Sarah J. Maass A COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES series, and Holly Black! Elisabeth Scrivener is finally settling into her new life with sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn. Now that their demon companion Silas has returned, so has scrutiny from nosy reporters hungry for gossip about the citys most powerful sorcerer and the librarian who stole his heart. But something strange is afoot at Thorn Manor: the estates wards, which are meant to keep their home safe, are acting up and forcibly trapping the Manors occupants inside. Surely it must be a coincidence that this happened just as Nathaniel and Elisabeth started getting closer to one another . . . ? With no access to the outside world, Elisabeth and Nathaniel have to work together to discover the source of the magic before theyre due to host the citys Midwinter Ball. Faced with a house filled with unexpected secrets, the couple will have to lean on their connection like never before to set things right before its too late . . . Praise for New York Times bestselling Sorcery of Thorns : ''A bewitching gem . . . I absolutely loved every moment of this story'' Stephanie Garber , #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series ''If you loved the Hogwarts Library . . . youll be right at home at Summershall'' Katherine Arden , New York Times bestselling author of The Bear and the Nightingale ''An enthralling adventure replete with spellbinding characters, a slow-burning love story, and a world worth staying lost in'' Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Against the unforgiving landscape of a hospital, I fell in love with a mischievous, sun-eyed boy who became my only joy in that desolate place. Thats what made it all the more soul-crushing when he committed suicide in front of me. Since then, I''ve sworn never to love anyone again. With three exceptions: My friends, Sony, Neo, and Coeur, a little gang of rebellious, dying kids. Sony leads the charge with the air of freedom and only one lung to breathe it. Neo, a bad-tempered and wheel-chaired writer, keeps track of our great deeds from stealing to terrorizing our nurse. Coeur is the beautiful boy, the muscle, the gentle giant with a failing heart. Before death inevitably knocks down our doors, my thieves and I have one last heist planned. A great escape that will take us far from abusive parents, crippling loss, and the realities of our diseases. So what happens when someone else walks through the door? What happens when a girl joins our party and renders me speechless with her mischievous smile? What happens when she has suns in her eyes, and as terrified as I am to lose again, I start to fall? Trigger warnings found in foreword.
*THE TOP-TEN BESTSELLER* From the New York Times bestselling author of Sorcery of Thorns and An Enchantment of Ravens comes a thrilling new YA fantasy about a teen girl with mythic abilities who must defend her world against restless spirits of the dead. Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo, Alexandra Bracken and Holly Black. The dead of Loraille do not rest. Artemisia is training to be a Gray Sister, a nun who cleanses the bodies of the deceased so that their souls can pass on. Shed rather deal with the dead than the living, who point and whisper about the odd girl who was once possessed by a violent spirit. When her convent is attacked by possessed soldiers, Artemisia fights back by awakening an ancient spirit bound to a high saints relic. It is a revenant , a malevolent being now whispering in her head. Wielding its extraordinary power almost consumes her in body and soul. But death has come to Loraille, and only a vespertine , a priestess trained to wield a high relic, has a chance of stopping it. As Artemisia investigates a mystery of saints, secrets and dark magic, an ancient evil is stirring. Can an untrained girl, tormented by the burden of containing the revenants devouring power, have any hope of defeating it?
When seventeen-year-old Bailey starts a new job at a hotel waterpark, she is less than thrilled to see an old acquaintance is one of her coworkers. Bailey met Charlie a year ago on the long flight to Omaha, where she moved after her parents' divorce. Charlie's cynicism didn't mix well with Bailey's carefully well-behaved temperament, and his endless commentary was the irritating cherry on top of an already emotionally fraught trip. Now, Bailey and Charlie are still polar opposites, but instead of everything about him rubbing Bailey the wrong way, she starts to look forward to hanging out and gossiping about the waterpark guests and their coworkers-particularly two who keep flirting with each other. Bailey and Charlie make a bet on whether or not the cozy pair will actually get together. Charlie insists that members of the opposite sex can't just be friends, and Bailey is determined to prove him wrong. Bailey and Charlie keep close track of the romantic progress of others while Charlie works to deflect the growing feelings he's developed for Bailey. Terrified to lose her if his crush becomes known, what doesn't help his agenda is Bailey and Charlie «fake dating» in order to disrupt the annoying pleasantries between Bailey's mom and her mom's new boyfriend. Soon, what Charlie was hoping to avoid becomes a reality as Bailey starts to see him as not only a friend she can rely on in the midst of family drama-but someone who makes her hands shake and heart race. But Charlie has a secret-a secret that involves Bailey and another bet Charlie may have made. Can the two make a real go of things...or has Charlie's secret doomed them before they could start?
Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya . . . Red Queen meets The Hunger Games in the most epic and sizzling fantasy romance book of the year. The Elites have possessed powers for decades, gifted to them by the Plague, while those born Ordinary are just that, banished from the kingdom of Ilya and shunned from society. No one knows this better than Paedyn Gray, an Ordinary posing as a Psychic to blend in with the Elites. When she unsuspectingly saves one of Ilyas princes, Kai Azer, shes thrown into the Purging Trials, a brutal competition showcasing the Elites powers. If the Trials and the opponents within them dont kill her, the prince shes fighting feelings for will if he discovers what Paedyn is . . . completely Ordinary.Be swept away by the first in the romantasy trilogy taking the world by storm!
The highly anticipated second installment in the most sizzling and epic romantasy series. Perfect for fans of Red Queen and The Hunger Games. Paedyn Gray is completely Ordinary, and yet shes the most wanted criminal in the kingdom of Ilya. She may have survived the brutal Purging Trials, but now shes fleeing something far deadlier. After conspiring with the Resistance and killing the king, Paedyn is prey to the prince she was once falling for. With Prince Kai on the hunt for his fathers murderer, hes forced to become every bit the Enforcer he was raised to be even if that means betraying the woman he equally loves and loathes. Tangled in a web of lies and longing, a cat-and-mouse game ensues between the two, all while Paedyn uncovers truths from her past that changes everything she thought she knew . . .Packed full of spicy tension and littered with edge-of-your-seat betrayal, the thrilling second book in The Powerless Trilogy depicts the battle between duty and desire, and how easily both can destroy you.
HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOUVE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Dont miss this sequel to Waterstones Childrens Book of the Year 2022 Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar and the Phantom Rider is the second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for listeners age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.The Island shall have its revenge . . . Skandar Smith has achieved his dream to train as a unicorn rider. But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island. Meanwhile, Skandars sister, Kenna, longs to join him and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart before its too late for them all? Get ready for more action, unforgettable characters, and mesmerizing world building. And be one of the first to listen to the third thrilling adventure: Skandar 3 coming in April 2024 pre-order NOW!ONE OF THE THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF WAS THE WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023''Epic, unforgettable and endlessly exciting, Steadmans masterful sequel soars even higher than her debut.'' Aisling Fowler, author of the Fireborn series Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series:''Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.'' The Times Children''s Book of the WeekPacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read. Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it! Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keepers Island and co-author of Twin CrownsThe best book Ive ever read. Patrick, age 10My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. Youll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to! Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell seriesNever have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read! Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow GreyA magnificent book. I raced through it at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. Its everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly. Hannah Gold, author of The Last BearSkandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman''s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable. Aisling Fowler, author of FirebornA. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after youve finished reading. Tla Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun''SKANDAR soars with magic, adventure, and pulse-pounding fun the book equivalent of riding a rollercoaster while eating cake with fireworks exploding overhead!'' Andy Sagar, author of the Yesterday Crumb series''Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullmans His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.'' The Sunday Times
In the follow-up to their charming NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, What If It's Us, best friends Adam Silvera (They Both Die At The End) and Becky Albertalli (Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda) reunite to give Arthur and Ben another shot at true love.
From the creator of 13 Reasons Why, What If It's Us is soon to be a feature film!
Ben has spent his first year of college working on his fantasy manuscript with his writing partner Mario, who is a great Spanish tutor, and an even better kisser. So why can't he stop thinking about the fact that Arthur's back in town two years after they called it quits?
Arthur is in New York for a dream internship on Broadway, with a boyfriend back at home that he couldn't be happier with. But when he comes upon Ben cuddled up with a mystery boy, he starts to wonder if his feelings for Ben ever truly went away.
Even as the boys try to focus on their futures, they can't seem to help running into each other in the present. Is the universe forcing them to question if they're actually meant to be?
Possibly not. After all, things didn't work the first time around.
Possibly yes. After all, the sparks are still flying.
Sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and raise a glass.
Here's to celebrating old friends!
Here's to embracing new beginnings!
Here's to believing in second chances!
The first novel in Cassandra Clare's newest series, Lady Midnight is a Shadowhunters novel. It's been five years since the events of City of Heavenly Fire that brought the Shadowhunters to the brink of oblivion. Emma Carstairs is no longer a child in mourning, but a young woman bent on discovering what killed her parents and avenging her losses.
Sunny Los Angeles can be a dark place indeed in Cassandra Clares Lord of Shadows, the sequel to the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling Lady Midnight. Lord of Shadows is a Shadowhunters novel.
Emma Carstairs has finally avenged her parents. She thought shed be at peace. But she is anything but calm. Torn between her desire for her parabatai Julian and her desire to protect him from the brutal consequences of parabatai relationships, she has begun dating his brother, Mark. But Mark has spent the past five years trapped in Faerie; can he ever truly be a Shadowhunter again?
And the faerie courts are not silent. The Unseelie King is tired of the Cold Peace, and will no longer concede to the Shadowhunters demands. Caught between the demands of faerie and the laws of the Clave, Emma, Julian, and Mark must find a way to come together to defend everything they hold dearbefore its too late.
Grand format N.C.
