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Dangerous Jokes develops a novel, well-researched, and compelling argument that lays bare the power of demeaning jokes in ordinary conversations. Claire Horisk draws on her expertise in philosophy of language and on evidence from sociology, law, and cognitive science to explain how the element of humor—so often used as a defense—makes jokes more potent than regular speech in communicating prejudice and reinforcing social hierarchies.

An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind. The future of law enforcement has arrived, courtesy of private health contractor Janus Justice. Their ground-breaking ‘Offender Treatment Programme’ has been hailed as the most effective way of tackling crime yet. As offenders move through the...

For years, teenagers have gathered for parties along the banks of the deep swirling pool of water called, The Blue Hole. The parties would rage on all night long. But in one night, everything changed. Seven years ago, Jill Turner’s twin sister, Samantha, disappeared after a party at the Blue Hole. Her jacket was discovered at a bus stop in the next town over which suggested she had run away, but her family wasn’t convinced. After a mysterious letter is slipped under the front door of her home, Jill is prompted to search for answers.

From K.R. Alexander, a bestselling master of such middle-grade frights as The Collector and The Fear Zone, comes the story of a girl whose live is inextricably linked to that of her dead twin...who refuses to go away, and wants to take control.

Eight-year-old Blythe Cheatham's charming story follows a young, green bird named Chippers on a journey of self-discovery. On a sunny day, Chippers leaves her nest to explore and meets various birds, each time questioning her own identity. From Milly, the blue jay, to a white duck, a goose, and even a pink flamingo, each encounter leaves Chippers more curious about who she is. Guided by the advice to visit a zoo, Chippers meets different birds, including a canary and a toucan, but none resemble her.

Millie doesn't color outside the lines. But when her badge-boasting ex-boyfriend hires her bestie to dogsit the hound that used to be theirs, law and order goes out the window. Day one and there's a pricey painting, the new girlfriend, and Millie's spotless criminal record on the line.

Comedian Stephen K Amos is one of eight children, whose parents came to London from Nigeria in the 60s. In these three series, co-written with multi-award-winning British playwright Jonathan Harvey, he takes us back in time to the 1980s, as he reminisces about his dysfunctional childhood and formative experiences, and shares the dramas and traumas of his teenage years.

Brought to you by Penguin. The runaway #1 New York Times bestseller As Hitler's ascendancy began to make a Second World War inevitable, a clandestine network flooded the United States with disinformation aimed at sapping the strength of its war effort and persuading Americans that their natural...

Brought to you by Penguin. The village of Alvesdon has been home to the Castells for generations. But the year is 1939 and the peace and tranquillity there is about to be shattered once more by the stormclouds of war in Europe. As three generations of the family gather, they must all face the...

Embark on a thrilling journey with the Rebel Runaways as they venture into a divided America torn apart by the Civil War. Their quest for justice begins in the bustling streets of New York after encountering an elusive spy. Determined to pursue their target, they take to the skies in the airship Rebel. Action and adventure are never far behind, but the Rebel Runaways find it's not just a simple case of picking sides.

The immortals have taken Mila's sister. Mila is determined to save her, despite the risks to the only life she's ever known. She'll have to face her fears, her insecurities, and her stupid crush on the boy who friend-zoned her before they overwhelm her. Because if Mila can't save her sister and the secrets she carries, the Immortals will take her tribe, her family, and everything it means to be human.

An excellent companion to the classic work, The Secret Garden, this guide would be the perfect literature enrichment for homeschool, co-op, book club, or just for fans of this work and genre! Rachel Dodge, author and narrator, eloquently points out the imagery, historic context, and themes in...

Marty Sullivan's life ends, basically, when her parents enroll her in a private high school. A private, Catholic, girls-only high school. Meanwhile, at their local public school, her best friend, Jimmy, comes out of the closet and finds himself a boyfriend and a new group of friends.

In the floating citadel of Summerland, Claire Voyhent thought her biggest challenge was keeping the city in the sky. But as she descends into the vampire metropolises below, she uncovers a threat that endangers not just her home among the clouds, but the entire Gravitium world.

God made Adam and determined he was incomplete. Eve was created to be his partner in life. Together they lived, excelled, failed, and found their way back to God. Both Eve and Adam brought indispensable assets to the purposes of God. We still do.

Fury is all Elle St James feels when she looks at the man she once thought of as family. Apollo Savas has mercilessly destroyed her father’s company but she holds the last little piece! Elle is determined to stop the stepbrother, who is both sensual fantasy and darkest enemy. But their forbidden desire gives way for one illicit night that leaves untouched Elle with a life-changing consequence. Now irrevocably bound to Apollo, will nine-months be long enough for Elle to redeem this brooding Greek?

Gwen Russell is thrilled to hear she will be heading to Paris with her family. Even though the main reason for the trip is to see her three older brothers play lacrosse, Gwen and her Mom have plans to tour the city when they can. As soon as they land, Gwen is swept up in the city she has always wanted to see, and even meets a tres cute boy named Henri. If that wasn't enough excitement, Gwen finds out that her all-time favorite band is playing a one-night only concert in Paris—and there are tickets available to the sold-out show for three lucky people.

It might have been Charity Wyatt’s father who stole from mogul Rocco Amari, but it’s Charity who will pay the price of Rocco’s vengeance. Carry his heir…Relinquishing her virginity should have covered Charity’s debt, but her one white-hot night with the enigmatic Italian has unexpected consequences. And be his wife! Determined her baby will have a better childhood than she did, Charity asks Rocco for financial help. But Rocco has bigger plans in mind: to legitimise his heir by making Charity his wife!

Prickly, buttoned-up racing team owner Abby Ellison isn’t legendary playboy Matteo Di Sione’s type. But Abby has something he needs – a necklace prized by his grandfather – and where his lethal charm doesn’t work, sponsorship of her team does! As they travel from Dubai to Monte Carlo to Brazil, Matteo thrives on the thrill of the racing world, and the surprising allure of innocent Abby. But when he discovers the secret that drives Abby’s ambition, Matteo realises he can’t just take the necklace and walk away…

Well, to be honest, there are lots of killers in this town, including me. But when a handful of supernaturals in Castlemaine go missing and start showing up dead with strange amputations and odd lacerations all over their bodies, the magical townsfolk start to get very nervous. Whoever the killer is, he's after one of my new friends. I'm determined to stop him. But first, I have to figure out a way of escaping the Ironclaw pack. Braxton Myles, the Alpha of Ironclaw, has taken me hostage as compensation for losing a few of his werewolves in a fight with my goose buddy, Dwayne.