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*Read by Alan Cumming himself* ""An intimate look at the making of a man, an actor, an advocate—and most importantly—a happy human being. A wonderful book that is funny, honest, fearless, and generous in its vulnerability."" —Douglas Stuart, Booker Prize-winning author of Shuggie Bain...

En diciembre de 2011, di una charla a una audiencia de científicos, funcionarios del Pentágono, políticos y directores ejecutivos sobre el secreto de la vida y cómo lo había descubierto el verano anterior. Al finalizar, la gente se acercó individualmente y me dijo cuánto significaba para...

Seattle investigator J. P. Beaumont is drawn into an intriguing, and shockingly personal, case in this superb tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance. Former Seattle homicide cop, J. P. Beaumont, is learning to enjoy the new realities of retirement—doing morning...

Pete has a friend and protector in the huge green dragon Elliot. But when they are discovered in the forest, Pete must find a way to protect Elliot in return. A boy and his dragon find friendship, adventure, and a place to belong in this junior novel based on the upcoming Walt Disney Studios...

When Pete gets lost in the forest, he forms an unforgettable friendship with a giant flying dragon named Elliot. This original novel explores their adventures in the forest...

Basado en más de una década de investigación pionera, este libro explica que, en nuestra mente, nuestro futuro yo a menudo nos parece un extraño, alguien increíblemente lejano, lo que nos hace más propensos a optar por la gratificación inmediata que no tiene en cuenta nuestra salud y bienestar en los años venideros. Sin embargo, las personas que logran conectar con su yo del futuro son más capaces de equilibrar la vida de hoy con la planificación del mañana.

Everybody has an opinion about God – but few people actually are brave enough to think it through. Thinking about God may result in changing things about your life! Many are prepared to share what they think about God but not so many have ever asked ‘What does God want us to know about him?’. Here is just such a guide that distills the essence of the Christian message to those prepared to look for God.

Everybody has an opinion about God–but few people actually are brave enough to think it through. Thinking about God may result in changing things about your life! Many are prepared to share what they think about God, but not so many have ever asked "What does God want us to know about him?". Here is just such a guide that distills the essence of the Christian message to those prepared to look for God.

As the eldest daughter of the Earl of Cottesmore, Lady Mercedes Stanhope didn't expect to be still without a husband at the start of her third season. And neither did she expect to be the target of a kidnapping attempt on her journey home from Scotland. But most of all, she didn't expect to experience such an emotional connection to the man who came to her rescue…

Frank Wedekind is widely acknowledged as one of the pioneers of modern drama, whose works influenced later writers such as Brecht and Dürrenmatt. His best-known plays were Spring Awakening and Lulu, both of which transgressed the social norms of his time and still have the power to shock and provoke us today. They are included here, alongside his lesser-known tragicomedy The Marquis of Keith.

De la nueva “emperadora de la autoayuda” (The Atlantic), Keila Shaheen, autora del superventas internacional El diario de tu sombra y fundadora de Zenfulnote, la máxima guía para cualquiera que esté interesado/a en el trabajo con su sombra, la práctica de zambullirse en los recovecos...

Haben die Teufel gewonnen? Zac ist verschwunden und für die Mitglieder des Devil Agents M.C. ist er der Sündenbock. Sie glauben, dass er an den Anschlägen auf den Club beteiligt war. Die Einzige, die an seine Unschuld glaubt, ist Jenny, die er aus der Sekte gerettet hat. Deshalb macht sie sich auf den Weg zurück nach Nevada, um ihn zu suchen. Auch wenn sie sich dadurch ihrer Vergangenheit stellen muss. Als Zac endlich aus der Gefangenschaft fliehen kann, ist er verletzt. Eigentlich will er sofort untertauchen, um niemanden der ihm etwas bedeutet in Gefahr zu bringen. Kann Jenny ihn umstimmen?

Squirrel and Duck might seem strange housemates but they are drawn together by their secret – they are the only two talking animals in the world. When bulldozers arrive to redevelop the abandoned theme park they call home, they flee with nothing but Mr Spikes, Duck’s beloved ‘pet’ cactus. Overhearing a conversation between two nincompoop art thieves puts them on the trail of untold riches (according to Squirrel) or a great deed to help the nation (as far as Duck’s concerned).

With their freedom on the line, a young woman and a rakish pirate take their fate into their own hands as they attempt to find a lost mythical isle with the power to save their entire world. Every legend has a beginning. Saoirse yearns to be powerless. Cursed from childhood with a volatile magic...

“Full of heart and blood, this impressive, wildly imaginative collection heralds the arrival of a compelling new voice in speculative fiction.” –Gabino Iglesias, The New York Times “This is weird girl fiction at its finest.” —Lucy Rose “Compassionate, gross, deeply compelling. A...

Avec 2,9 millions de lecteurs, J'aime lire est le magazine jeunesse le plus lu en France! Ses courts romans écrits et imaginés spécialement pour les enfants de 7 à 10 ans nourrissent leur imaginaire tout en les faisant entrer dans le monde enchanté de la littérature de jeunesse. Découvrez ou redécouvrez ces histoires contées et enrichies sous forme audio. Depuis plus de 40 ans, les enfants aiment lire les histoires de J'aime lire: ils vont adorer les écouter.

A collection of one-on-one discussions with 40 of the world’s greatest thought and action leaders and prominent philanthropic figures. THE BUSINESS OF PHILANTHROPY features diverse insights into the power of strategic philanthropy to inform, inspire and mobilise the next generation of social...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In this hilarious fantasy adventure from the New York Times bestselling author of the Story Thieves series, a girl strikes a deal with the ancient, cranky dragon she accidentally summoned to teach her the forbidden magic she needs to save her mother. STOP. Don’t...

One of Heatmap's 18 Climate Books to Read in 2025 The award-winning environmental journalist’s extraordinary, long-awaited portrait of hope and resilience as we face a fractured and uncertain future In this profoundly human and moving narrative, the bestselling author of The World Without Us...

Als seine hochschwangere Frau vor siebzehn Jahren bei einem Autounfall starb, hat sich das Leben von Jordan Williams innerhalb weniger Stunden vollkommen verändert. Er wurde von jetzt auf gleich Vater und wusste nicht, ob er dieser Aufgabe gewachsen war. Zusammen mit seinen Freunden und seiner Familie hat er es dennoch geschafft, dass seine Tochter Amy zu einer klugen und selbstständigen jungen Frau heranwuchs. Für ihn stand immer fest, dass es, abgesehen von seiner Tochter, keine Frau mehr schaffen würde, einen Platz in seinem Herzen zu bekommen.