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"Meet The Fallbacks, a ragtag adventuring party travelling the Forgotten Realms in search of adventure! Made up of a magic-wielding wizard, a stealthy rouge, a brave fighter, a healing cleric, and a charismatic bard, each member of the team brings their own special skills and talents to a mission! And they'll need every skill they have as they journey into the Undermountain dungeon to save their beloved pet Uggie in this Little Golden Book. This storybook is perfect to introduce children to several iconic playable classes of Dungeons and Dragons and teach them that differences help make a great team! It's a great book for kids ages 2 to 5 years old as well as collectors and Dungeons and Dragons fans of all ages"--

"Sixth-grader Bess Stein brings together friends and a group of rockstar librarians called the Book Warriors to fight a book ban happening at her middle school"--

"An enlightening and entertaining interrogation of the myth of American self-reliance and the idea of hard work as destiny "Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration." This phrase, arguably Thomas Edison's most famous quote, has been drilled into the minds of generations of Americans. A fairly straightforward iteration of the idea that innovation, discovery, and ingenuity are the result of drive and grit above all, it has also come to represent much darker myths: that hard work always leads to success and that achievement is the product of individuals and not communities. In this model, those who come out on top are there because they earned it, and everyone else needs to buckle down, glove up, and, maybe one day, they'll get there too. As the wealth gap widens, communities crumble, and Americans work more for less, Adam Chandler raises the question: What happens when perspiration isn't enough? To answer it, he crisscrosses the country interviewing mayors, teachers, generals, pastors, construction workers, and entrepreneurs, to reveal just how untenable relying on "perspiration" as a strategy has truly become. He also delves into America's past to reveal how our government, education system, and culture at large have woven the idea of meritocracy deep into the fabric of American society and how some of history's most famous so-called bootstrappers really built their wealth. From George Washington to Seattle,Washington, Jay Gatsby to Bill Gates, 99% Perspiration unpacks the misguided obsession with hard work that has come to define both the American dream and nightmare, offering insight into how we got here and hope for where we may go"

"Virginia Woolf's classic extended essay, first published in 1929, arguing for a world in which women can fully make use of their gifts, in a new Vintage Classics edition with an introduction by Lauren Groff"--

A young girl with a Jewish mother and a South Asian father learns more about her family's history and embraces her multifaceted identity.

When San Francisco is under strange attacks—like earthquakes affecting only two city blocks at a time—who're you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that's who! The Misfits are on the case in this hilarious illustrated series!“For any kid who’s felt like a misfit, this crackling adventure packs a wallop!” —Lincoln Peirce, creator of Big NateOof! After solving the case of the Royal Rumpus, Olive Cobin Zang and her elite team of underdogs are on top of the world. As the awkward, crime-fighting Misfits, they’re acing every mission thrown at them from NOCK (aka No One Can Know, the covert agency they work for).But when their classmate Zeke starts receiving threatening notes, the Misfits are stumped. They’re no strangers to danger, but this case is a total head-scratcher. Who would target kind, friendly Zeke . . . unless he’s not what he seems to be?At the same time, unusual earthquakes start shaking up San Francisco just as priceless art goes missing, and the Misfits are called to investigate. Is it a coincidence that the city is under attack while Zeke is getting mysterious messages? Or is it all just a cover for a scheme bigger than any they’ve faced before?For other Misfit adventures from Newbery Honoree Lisa Yee and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat, don't miss The Misfits #1: A Royal Conundrum!

"3 full-length practice tests, 160+ additional drill questions, complete content review"--Cover.

An essential exploration of the overlooked impact of disordered eating among Black women—and a prescriptive road map to returning to wholeness within our bodies, from the clinical therapist who founded Black and Embodied Counseling and Consulting PLLCFood has always been a political tool for the oppressor—and the Black body has always been one of its many battlegrounds.Licensed mental health therapist, somatic healer, and eating disorder specialist Alishia McCullough understands that for far too many Black women, racial trauma’s seismic impact has disrupted their most essential relationship: the one they have with their bodies—and by extension, with their food. African Americans are disproportionately impacted by disordered eating behaviors, yet their experiences are frequently neglected by doctors and mental health experts. As a result, our most vulnerable communities are forced to navigate systems primed to dismiss their needs, leaving them without proper care, or often even the language they need to identify what’s wrong. McCullough’s groundbreaking work radically validates the lived experiences and generational traumas of BIPOC communities. As part of a steadily growing movement among clinicians to “decolonize therapy,” her deeply affirming approach seeks to understand disordered eating patterns by examining the psychological wounds left by centuries of racism. Weaving together crucial history, compelling client stories, guided meditation, journal prompts, and McCullough’s own journey with disordered eating behaviors, Reclaiming the Black Body offers readers a safe space to feel seen—and a powerful pathway to healing. This revealing, potentially life-saving book illuminates the way home, back to the safety and comfort found within our bodies.

"Rocks make excellent chairs for fairies; they are perfect for writing your name on the sidewalk, or just to hold in your hand when you need reassurance. And so the rocks pile up--until the season turns and you need to make room for pockets full of petals. And shells. And acorns! Each season's treasure is kept and curated and loved, until it's time to give the treasures away and make room for new things to come"--

The Science of Reading research shows that early instruction in phonics is the first step to reading success. Step into Reading—the most trusted leveled reader program—has a fun and comprehensive, educationally based phonics program designed to help kids learn to read, step by step! Developed by a phonics expert, each box includes eight brief books that cover a specific range of phonics skills. The boxed sets build on each other, book by book, and skills are reviewed and reinforced as new ones are introduced—giving kids the tools they need to crack the code of letters and sounds. Take the first step toward your child's lifelong love of reading!

A literary jaunt in praise of the lost art of letter writing that explores a cultural history and the undeniable thrill of old-school correspondence—from journalist and cultural critic Rachel Syme.Inspired by a famed correspondence handbook penned by a persnickety Victorian who had strong opinions on how to lick a stamp, cultural critic Rachel Syme has rewritten the staid letter-writing rules of yore for the letter writers of today. Syme insists you must stuff your envelopes with flat frivolities (and includes guides for how to press flowers and make a matchbook-mark), teaches you how to perfume a parcel, and encourages you to cultivate your own ritual around keeping up with your correspondence. Even if you have never sent a hand-written letter before, this book will make you want to begin – and will show you just how to get started.Immerse yourself in this epistolary bric-a-brac celebrating the intimate (whimsical! expressive!) art of written correspondence, covering every part of the process from courting and keeping a pen pal, down to buying the best nibs for your refurbished vintage fountain pen. As you read fragments of letters and journals from storied literary figures—Zelda Fitzgerald, Willa Cather, Pat Parker, Vita Sackville-West, Djuna Barnes, Octavia Butler, to name a few—you can take note of how to write about the weather without being a total snooze, how to write a letter like a poet, and how to infuse your correspondence with gossip and glamorous mystique. You’ll learn about the magic of hotel stationery, the thrill of sending postcards, and the importance of choosing a signature paper that captures your essence.After all, the words you write on paper and send to another person, are precious, offering comfort, shared sorrow, cathartic rage, hard-earned insight, refreshing strangeness, absurd silliness, understanding, delight, commiseration, and beauty—and often all of those things all mixed up at the same time. Letter-writing is meant to be enjoyed—so pick up a fountain pen and get writing!

Celebrate America’s national parks with 40 sheets of beautifully illustrated stickers featuring passport stamps, WPA national parks poster art, flowers, animals, birds, slogans, monuments, and more.National Parks Stickerology is packed with stickers themed around the 63 national parks, organized by region featured on the back of each sheet. With 40 sheets (20 designs that each repeat), you’ll have beautiful passport stamps for your national parks passport book as well as an array of park-themed stickers to decorate water bottles, notebooks, cell phones, and more.From iconic vistas like the stone arches in Utah to backpacks, hiking shoes, and slogans like “Take the Trail Less Traveled,” this sticker book will get you excited for your next visit.

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.One of the country's most idyllic getaways, Napa and Sonoma charm visitors with superb wineries and wine, trendy restaurants and intimate resorts, and pampering spas. Time may seem to stand still in the iconic California countryside with its rows of leafy vines, but the luxury and sophistication here are thoroughly modern.This travel guide includes: Dozens of full-color maps Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what's off the beaten path Coverage of Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Northern Sonoma, Russian River, and West CountyPlanning to visit more of California? Check our Fodor's state-wide travel guide to California and also Fodor's San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego guides.

Fodor's correspondents highlight the best of Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire, including quaint towns, historic cities, pastoral landscapes, and rugged coastline. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it's your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Portland to Mt. Washington PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes GORGEOUS FEATURES on fall foliage, lighthouses, and skiing VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts COLOR PHOTOS AND MAPS to inspire and guide your trip

Fodor's correspondents highlight the best of Colorado, including majestic Rocky Mountain National Park, Denver's cultural riches, and the mountain resort towns of Aspen and Vail. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you make the most of your time, whether it's your first trip or your fifth. MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS from Boulder to Mesa Verde PERFECT HOTELS for every budget BEST RESTAURANTS to satisfy a range of tastes Useful FEATURES on food, hiking, and wildlife VALUABLE TIPS on when to go and ways to save INSIDER PERSPECTIVE from local experts MAPS and Color photos to guide and inspire your trip

Puerto Rico is one of the Caribbean's most exciting destinations, and with many nonstop flights from major East Coast cities, it's one of the easiest islands to reach. From vibrant San Juan to laid-back Vieques, all the energy and color of Puerto Rico comes to life in this guide.

Whether you want to drive the Overseas Highway, spend the day on a charter fishing boat, or dine on fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, the local Fodor's travel experts in the Florida Keys Islands are here to help! Fodor's In Focus Florida Keys guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.Fodor's In Focus Florida Keys travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 12 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, beaches, snorkeling and scuba diving sites, outdoor activities, nightlife, shopping, and morePHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Beaches" "Best Things to Eat and Drink" and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local cuisine, marine life, and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on "A Key West Walking Tour," "Kids and Families," and "Hemingway Was Here"LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Key West, Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Dry Tortugas National Park, and more Planning on visiting more of Florida and some of the islands of the Caribbean? Check out Fodor's Florida, Fodor's South Florida, InFocus Turks and Caicos Islands, InFocus Aruba, and InFocus Cayman Islands.*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

"With the best of England, Scotland & Wales"--Back cover.

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.India is a country of vibrant and enticing contrasts: exquisite palaces are juxtaposed against simple temples, and modern high-tech industry coexists with ancient customs and rituals. There's much to see and do in this vast and geographically diverse country, andFodor's Essential Indiacovers the must-see sights better than anyone else.This travel guide includes: Dozens of full-color maps An 8-page color insert with a brief introduction and spectacular photos that capture the top experiences and attractions throughout India Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picksMultiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what's off the beaten path Side Trips from Delhi including Agra and environs, Khajuraho, and Varanasi Coverage of Delhi, Rajasthan, Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, and Kolkata