Dramatic biography of John Nash, a mathematical genius, who made an astonishing discovery early in his career and stood on the brink of international acclaim. But the handsome and arrogant Nash soon found himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery. After many ye...
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"Based on their #1 kids podcast, Wow in the World, hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz take readers on a hilarious, fact-filled, and highly illustrated journey through the human body--covering everything from our toes to our tongues to our brains and our lungs!"--Provided by publisher...
"The crew of a true-crime reality TV show, Malice Aforethought, shows up in Chinook to do an episode about the death of Trudy Samuels. Trudy's death had originally been ruled accidental, but with ratings in mind, one of the producers, Nina Maslow, wants to prove it was murder. An...
"Part of the bestselling Surrounded by Idiots series! Internationally bestselling author Thomas Erikson shares the secrets of dealing with everyday narcissists Are the narcissists in your life making you miserable? Are you worn out by their constant demands for attention, their a...
A unique and beautiful approach to understanding one of the most important environmental issues facing humankind--access to clean, fresh water.
Engineering professor Barbara Oakley knows firsthand how it feels to struggle with math. In her book, she offers you the tools needed to get a better grasp of that intimidating but inescapable field.
"The Official Would You Rather/The Official Joke Book is filled with silly questions and outrageous scenarios based on Minecraft as well as jokes and riddles that will have even the most serious villager laughing out loud. The book is illustrated throughout with hilarious black a...
Plastic milk? Carbon dragons? Readers will explore these and other whacky experiments in this awesome book on the science of materials! Accessible language breaks down complex concepts, and hands-on activities allow readers to experience science firsthand. Using supplies from aro...
"Since the dawn of the human race, medicine men and physicians have wondered about the cause of disease, especially what we call 'contagions,' numerous people ill with similar symptoms, all at the same time. Does humankind suffer these outbreaks at the hands of an angry god or ev...
Spark your imagination with Minecraft build ideas inspired by the world around you. Discover more than 70 mind-blowing build ideas-plus tips, tricks, and hacks from expert Minecraft builders in this official Minecraft book. 'The Minecraft Ideas Book' is packed with all kinds of i...
More love, laughs and Hart in a small Southern town! Season two opens with native New Yorker Dr. Zoe Hart continuing her medical practice and beginning to find roots in tiny BlueBell, Alabama. As if Zoe's sizzling connection with bad boy bartender Wade Kinsella and strong emotion...
A thousand people watched. No one saw a thing. Private investigator Thomas Austin is enjoying a relaxing holiday vacation in picturesque Port Townsend, Washington, accompanied by an intriguing new friend. But his tranquility is shattered when the nearby community of Mystery Bay i...
The story of a legendary showman's double life--television producer by day, CIA assassin by night. At the height of his TV career, Chuck Barris was recruited by the CIA and trained to become a covert operative -- or so he said.
"Milwaukee 1932, the Great Depression going full blast, repeal of Prohibition just around the corner, Al Capone in the federal pen, the private investigation business shifting from labor-management relations to the more domestic kind. Hicks McTaggart, a one-time strikebreaker tur...
With compassion and insight, Thomas Moore offers a compelling case for an easier, lighter way of moving through life by experiencing the peace, calm, and openness of emptiness. Through ancient and modern stories, Moore gently shows that our constant multitasking may not be gettin...