This joyful and lyrical audiobook from New York Times bestselling author Eva Chen and illustrator Sophie Diao is a moving ode to the immigrant experience, as well as a manifesto of self-love for Chinese American children.
What do you see when you look in the mirror, Mei? Do you see beauty?
We see eyes that point toward the sun, that give us the warmth and joy of a thousand rays when you smile. We see hair as inky black and smooth as a peaceful night sky. We see skin brushed with gold.
A Macmillan Audio production from Feiwel & Friends
Praise for I Am Golden:
'[A] richly metaphoric celebration of Chinese American identity ... Luminous, gently textured digital art by Diao includes thoughtful, recognizably Chinese cues that add further dimension ... A loving, affecting tribute to how children of immigrants can serve as bridges and torchbearers for their communities.' —Publishers Weekly, starred review
'From the outset, this gorgeous picture book exudes joy and celebration of identity. Through dazzling illustrations, Diao brings to exuberant life best-selling Chinese American author Chen’s message of finding love and power in one’s differences. ... This powerful and uplifting story captures [Chinese] American joy and is a definite must-read.' —Booklist, starred review
'Perfectly matched text and illustration ... Every gorgeous spread in Chen and Diao's co-creation maintains this exceptional and precise text and art symbiosis. ... Chen and Diao weave the inherent value of the child throughout, aiming to encourage Asian American children to claim, 'I am golden.'' —Shelf Awareness
Spend a day in the life of a star! Bella the Jack Russell terrier was born for the stage―she never misses her mark, and her bark is always on cue. But her dog brother, Chewy the German shepherd, always gets the big roles. Will Bella ever get her time in the spotlight? Told from the dog’s perspective, this story also includes back matter about the breed and role of the working dog.
Spend a day in the life of an avalanche rescue dog! Ava is a chocolate Labrador retriever with a big job. She and her handler have trained for years to be ready to help people at their ski resort if an unexpected avalanche hits. But Ava quickly finds out there's much more to being an avy dog than daring rescues. Told from the dog's perspective, this riveting story also includes back matter about the breed and the role of the working dog.
Rufus and his sister Alexa hate each other at the best of times. When Rufus's friend Phil manages to hypnotize Alexa, Rufus is ready to enjoy the power. They begin by ordering Alexa to be kind to her parents and Phil. The plan backfires when Alexa sweetly suggests canceling an expensive family vacation in favor of a week at home playing board games. Then Alexa turns on the charm with Phil and suddenly Rufus has to deal with a lovesick amateur hypnotist. Rufus is certain it can't get any stranger until Alexa, still in her hypnotic state, is kind to the brother she's always hated and Rufus is more confused than he's ever been.
A due anni di distanza dal primo viaggio e dopo molti vani tentativi, Hyperversum trasporta nuovamente Ian e Daniel nel XIII secolo. Per riabbracciare l'amata Isabeau e vedere la nascita del suo primogenito, Ian si trova coinvolto nella ribellione dei baroni inglesi contro Giovanni Senza Terra. Daniel cerca di tornare nel suo tempo, ma rimane imprigionato suo malgrado nel 1215, tra le grinfie del nemico giurato di Ian: Geoffrey Martewall, barone di Dunchester.
Il primo libro della serie Hyperversum in una NUOVA EDIZIONE rivista dall'autrice in occasione del decennale della pubblicazione. Daniel ha una passione bruciante per un videogioco online, Hyperversum, che trasporta la sua fantasia nella storia. Dentro la realtà virtuale ha imparato a essere un perfetto uomo del Medioevo e conosce tutte le astuzie per superare ogni livello di gioco. Ian ha una laurea e un dottorato in storia medievale. Dalla morte dei suoi genitori è diventato parte della famiglia di Daniel. Al rientro da un soggiorno di studi in Francia, Ian raggiunge la sua 'famiglia acquisita' per una cena e, naturalmente, per tornare a giocare col suo amico Daniel al loro videogame preferito. Davanti allo schermo non sono soli: ci sono il piccolo Martin, Jodie, la ragazza di Daniel, e, collegati da un altro computer, Carl e Donna. Mentre vivono la loro avventura virtuale nel Medioevo, vengono sorpresi da una tempesta che li tramortisce: Daniel, Jodie, Ian e Martin si ritrovano in Fiandra, nel bel mezzo della guerra che vede contrapposte Francia e Inghilterra. Si aprono per loro una nuova vita, nuove strade, un nuovo amore…
These are the tales of a cat – a very special cat in fact, he is a theatrical cat, a fastidious cat, a funny cat, but most of all, an adored cat.
He is most famous for having talked himself out of a part at an audition for a West End production – for this cat is an actor. Here he tells his own story in a series of delightfully readable poems, a pleasure for all age groups. Follow his adventures as he takes us on his travels through the ins and outs of theatre life and his many escapades as a sophisticated actor, a country puss and a much loved family pet.
Blessed with a sense of humor and an abounding love of people, with the author's delightful reading ability, Hyam The Cat Who Talked Too Much, will capture your imagination and steal your heart.
Read by author Pamela Douglas.
For fans of the Mapmakers trilogy and anyone who likes a little history along with their fantasy, here’s a quirky new series!
Magic is real. History is a big, fat lie.
Before Hyacinth Hayward moves from Illinois to London, she reads up on the city’s history. Too bad for her. Because the books are wrong. The truth is, London was built on magical rivers, and all the major events in its past have been about people trying to control the magic.
Hyacinth discovers this when her mom is kidnapped. In the chase to get her back, Hyacinth encounters a giant intelligent pig in a bathing suit, a boy with amnesia, an adorable tosher (whatever that is), a sarcastic old lady, and a very sketchy unicorn. Somehow Hyacinth has to figure out who to trust, so she can save her mom and, oh yeah, not cause a second Great Fire of London.
Romance was not part of Nora Grey's plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how hard her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her. Not until Patch comes along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Patch draws Nora to him against her better judgment.
But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure whom to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is and seems to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.
For she is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those who have fallen -- and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost Nora her life.
A sacred oath, a fallen angel, a forbidden love.
Nora Grey has had a rough year. His father was murdered and as a result, her mother had thrown herself into work, leaving Nora alone most of the time in their secluded farmhouse. Despite this, she manages to be a very good girl, never missing school, never even driving without permission.
But when the transfer student, Patch, gets assigned as her lab partner in biology, from the moment the two are together, there's an inescapable magnetism that draws Nora deeper and deeper into his dark world. When she discovers the enormous V-shaped scars on his back, she discovers that there is a battle going on between the fallen and the immortal. And she's the object.
The magnetism she feels is now more inescapable than ever.
Thirteen-year-old Joey Willis is used to being left out of conversations. Though she's been deaf since the age of six, Joey's mother has never allowed her to learn sign language. She strains to read the lips of those around her, but often fails.
Everything changes when Joey meets Dr. Charles Mansell and his baby chimpanzee, Sukari. Her new friends use sign language to communicate, and Joey secretly begins learning to sign. Spending time with Charlie and Sukari, Joey has never been happier. She even starts making friends at school for the first time. But as Joey's world blooms with possibilities, Charlie and Sukari's choices begin to narrow'until Sukari's very survival is in doubt.
'This unusual and emotional story will intrigue animal lovers and those looking for a gripping family drama. The characters are well crafted'The novel is beautifully written and believable.''VOYA
