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What happens when a ghost is the one being haunted? Spectra is a young ghost who knows all the rules of haunting. She can float, moan, study spooky history, and play songs on the spooky bone. But lately, she has lost her ghostly glow—because someone keeps stomping on her grave and waking her up! The noisy visitor is Ray, a living boy who is not afraid of Spectra at all. He is trying to teach her an important lesson: ghosts can be frightening—especially when Spectra’s mischievous brothers keep haunting his house.

The Easter Bunny has hidden eggs, filled baskets, and brought springtime smiles for years. But what happens when the Easter Bunny decides it might be time for a brand-new job? After another busy Easter, the Easter Bunny wonders if there is something else he could do. With quick feet, a cheerful heart, and plenty of colorful ideas, he sets out to explore the world beyond egg hunts and chocolate treats. But every new job comes with surprises. Some are funny, some are tricky, and some make the Easter Bunny wonder if his old job was more special than he realized.

The leprechaun has hidden gold, guarded rainbows, and kept his lucky secrets safe for years. But what happens when he decides it might be time for a brand-new job? After one especially busy St. Patrick’s Day, the leprechaun wonders if there is something else he could do. With quick feet, a clever mind, and a pocket full of luck, he sets off to try a few new careers. But every job brings its own surprises. Some are silly, some are tricky, and some make the leprechaun realize his talents may be more special than he thought.

Four favorite holiday characters. Four funny new adventures. One heartwarming collection about discovering what makes you special. Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and a clever leprechaun are all wondering the same thing: what if it is time for a brand-new job?

What happens when Santa's job gets replaced by machines? When a magical new toy-making machine arrives at the North Pole, Santa suddenly finds himself with a lot of free time. Determined to discover his next great calling, he tries everything from internet baking star to movie director to children's doctor. But no matter how hard he tries, something always seems to be missing. As Santa searches for a new purpose, he learns an important lesson: the world may change, but some things can never be replaced.

His parents hired the Boogeyman to teach him a lesson—but this boy refuses to scare easily. After refusing his peas, tracking mud across the rug, and talking back to his parents, one stubborn boy receives a serious warning: if he does not behave, his father will call an old friend—the Boogeyman.

What if the greatest Christmas present wasn't under the tree? When he was only two years old, a boy received an unforgettable Christmas gift: a baby brother named Brian. Brian has Down syndrome, doesn't say many words, and sometimes needs a little extra help—but nobody is better at making people smile.

The Tooth Fairy has collected tiny teeth, left shiny coins, and slipped quietly under pillows for years. But what happens when she decides it might be time for a brand-new job? After one especially busy night, the Tooth Fairy begins to wonder if there is something else she could do. With fluttering wings, a kind heart, and a little sparkle of magic, she sets out to try a few new careers. But every job brings its own surprises. Some are silly, some are tricky, and some make the Tooth Fairy realize her special talents may be more important than she thought.

When Cupid starts a new job, he thinks spreading love will be easy. One tiny arrow, a few happy hearts, and everyone will fall in love right away. But the real world is not that simple. From missed targets to mixed-up feelings, Cupid soon learns that love is not just about arrows. It is about kindness, patience, and finding the right way to help others care for one another. Along the way, he discovers that even the smallest act of love can make a big difference.

Some problems feel so enormous, they might as well be elephants. After a terrible day at school, one overwhelmed boy comes home hoping to think about his upcoming birthday. Instead, his dad gives him an even bigger problem: clean his extremely messy bedroom from wall to wall. The clutter is piled so high that it seems to have transformed into a huge elephant. There are clothes, toys, books, wrappers, papers, and socks everywhere—and the more the boy avoids the mess, the larger and more frightening his elephant becomes. Fortunately, Mom understands exactly what he is facing.

What happens when the perfect solution to Earth’s trash problem turns into an out-of-this-world disaster? At the Extra Spiffy Widget Company, an inventor unveils a magical doorway leading to a distant, empty world. The company’s bosses see an instant opportunity: toss every piece of garbage through the door, keep Earth sparkling clean, and make record-breaking profits! Soon, trash cans and landfills disappear. Old furniture, broken appliances, toxic barrels, and every unwanted scrap are sent away. Earth looks cleaner than ever—but no one stops to ask where all that garbage is going.

Bedtime is almost here, but Sir Johnny has one more quest to complete. Deep inside his toy box lurks the fearsome Tox Box Dragon, a wild and wiggly creature made from imagination, shadows, and one very messy pile of toys. Armed with courage, creativity, and a knightly spirit, Johnny must face the dragon before he can climb into bed. But as the battle begins, Johnny discovers that bravery does not always mean swinging a sword. Sometimes it means taming your fears, using your imagination, and knowing when the adventure is done.

Like father, like son . . . April 1777 Alexei McKesson is a man caught between two worlds: the son of the disgraced former Duke of McKesson, and an adopted warrior of the Standing Stone. For the past two years, Alexei has been pirating ships on the St. Lawrence, and he’s never been caught...

America is a nation built on opportunity, resilience, and the belief that every individual, regardless of background, can aspire to greatness. For those who arrive in this country seeking a better life, the United States offers not just economic possibilities but a sense of belonging, dignity, and hope. When someone becomes extraordinarily successful in America, especially reaching the heights of billionaire status, that success is rarely achieved alone. It is shaped by the freedoms, infrastructures, and societal values that the nation provides.

When trouble rolls into town, it doesn't drift—it marches. A thick, unnatural fog descends upon the sleepy port town of Gullhaven, carrying with it a chilling menace: Starboard Stern, a jealous pirate lord whose bad intentions are eclipsed only by his terrible ideas. After months of masquerading as a charming boat salesman in a desperate, failed bid to win Olive Oyl’s hand, Starboard is finally exposed. And he isn’t leaving without her.

Across Italy there are many half-empty towns, nearly abandoned by those who migrate to the coast or to cities. The beautiful, crumbling hilltop town of Becchina is among them, but its mayor has taken drastic measures to rebuild―selling abandoned homes to anyone in the world for a single Euro, as long as the buyer promises to live there for at least five years. It’s a no-brainer for American couple Tommy and Kate Puglisi. Both work remotely, and Becchina is the home of Tommy’s grandparents, his closest living relatives.

In this novel, a profiteering pharmaceutical executive seizes upon an opportunity to turn the discovery of a new cancer-preventing drug into a massive industry-competitive advantage for his company and his own personal financial gain. Using ruthless individuals with deadly skills and intent, the executive tries to nefariously obtain the necessary molecular synthesis protocol to create the next generation of oncologic drugs.

Brought to you by Penguin. Discover the story of a Native American community told through the generations, from the author of the New York Times bestseller There There Following its unforgettable characters through almost two centuries of history, from the horrors of the Sand Creek Massacre of...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The Pulitzer Prize-finalist and author of the breakout bestseller There There ("Pure soaring beauty."The New York Times Book Review) delivers a masterful follow-up to his already classic first novel. Extending his constellation of narratives into the past and future...

2012 was full of historic milestones - London hosted the Olympics, the Queen celebrated her Diamond Jubilee, and The News Quiz marked its 35th anniversary. Sandi Toksvig is in the chair for these three series, as the team debate these and other top stories of the year.