Best-selling illustrator Sebastien Braun introduces new character Raj in this celebration of the relationship between father and son. Raj and Dad are going on an adventure. They plan a list of all the things they will do. But then disaster strikes! Dad has left his wallet at home, and Raj thinks their day will be ruined. But maybe Raj and Dad can still have a great day—all they need is their imaginations and each other's company!
Norbert the penguin lives in Antarctica. He dreams of being a big star and singing and dancing for millions of people! One day he leaves his home and makes the long journey to the big city. He works hard and before long he is the most famous penguin the world has ever known! But Norbert is lonely too. Can he go back to his family without giving up the thing he loves to do? A beautiful picture book from the writer and illustrator of Oh no! Where did Walter Go?
Everyone likes Samson the sloth, and he gets lots of invitations to parties. The problem is that he's far too slow to ever get there on time. When Samson finally makes it to the celebration the cake is eaten and the party games are finished. Luckily Samson's resourceful friends have a plan!
Get ready to blast off on a fun-filled, fast-paced adventure that’s out of this world! It’s the inaugural Milky Way Space Race and teams from around the world converge on race host, Misty Space Station, to compete. When billionaire inventor, Cooper Borgstein and his son, Finn, invite the Space Kids to race with them in their blaster ship, Ventura, it’s an opportunity too good to pass up. But when competitors take it too far and push the rules and each other to the limit, lives are put in danger. Things spiral out of control and its up to Nash and the other Space Kids to save the day.
Raj and his dad are back! And they know they're going to have the best vacation ever. Raj and his dad are going camping. They've packed everything they need, and Raj knows they are going to have an amazing time. Once they get there, however, they find they have to contend with wind, rain, and a family of very noisy bears . . . In this sequel to Raj and the Best Day Ever!, Sebastien Braun continues his warm, observant exploration of the relationship between a little tiger and his dad.
The news that wild socialite Veronica St. Germaine has cleaned up her act and stepped into her father's shoes as ruler of a Mediterranean principality creates a tabloid frenzy! But it's not just the paparazzi that are out for blood.… Duty demands that bodyguard Rajesh Vala must protect Veronica—whatever the cost.… But Veronica has always rebelled against commands, and she isn't making Raj's job easy! He calls it safeguarding. She calls it being held captive at his beach house. Both realize that the attraction between them is inconvenient.… Veronica is forbidden, not for bedding!
In the nineteenth century, at the height of colonialism, the British ruled India under a government known as the Raj. British men and women left their homes and traveled to this mysterious, beautiful country–where they attempted to replicate their own society. In this fascinating portrait, Margaret MacMillan examines the hidden lives of the women who supported their husbands’ conquests–and in turn supported the Raj, often behind the scenes and out of the history books. Enduring heartbreaking separations from their families, these women had no choice but to adapt to their strange new home, where they were treated with incredible deference by the natives but found little that was familiar. The women of the Raj learned to cope with the harsh Indian climate and ward off endemic diseases; they were forced to make their own entertainment–through games, balls, and theatrics–and quickly learned to abide by the deeply ingrained Anglo-Indian love of hierarchy. Weaving interviews, letters, and memoirs with a stunning selection of illustrations, MacMillan presents a vivid cultural and social history of the daughters, sisters, mothers, and wives of the men at the center of a daring imperialist experiment–and reveals India in all its richness and vitality. “A marvellous book . . . [Women of the Raj] successfully [re-creates] a vanished world that continues to hold a fascination long after the sun has set on the British empire.” –The Globe and Mail “MacMillan has that essential quality of the historian, a narrative gift.” –The Daily Telegraph “MacMillan is a superb writer who can bring history to life.” –The Philadelphia Inquirer “Well researched and thoroughly enjoyable.” –Evening Standard
It's Holi, 2012, the Hindu festival of spring, and back in Varanasi after twenty years, a young advocate is celebrating a nation-wide Supreme Court order against an age-old tradition of social injustice meted out to the destitute widows of India – to whom even the simple joys of color were denied. It was in this city that, twenty years ago, Choti, a sassy, tight-rope walker befriends an old widow, Noor. As a member of the ashram, she lives a life of complete abstinence, but her young friend's innocent exuberance and joy of life fills her with renewed hope. The two form an unlikely bond, with Noor looking out for Choti, inspiring her to 'fly high' by seeking an education and fighting for her rights with dignity. Choti listens enraptured by the memories her friend shares: of playing Holi dressed as Radha, the consort of Lord Krishna, and flinging great bursts of her favorite pink-colored gulal into the sky. Choti promises her that they will play the next Holi together. But then, one night, another friend of Choti's, Anarkali, is murdered by the heinous police chief and his goons. Being the only witness to her murder, Choti is imprisoned on the eve of Holi. Everything falls apart in the ensuing chaos. Will Choti be able to keep her promise of playing Holi with Noor? Pitting the smoke rising from the funeral pyres of Manikarnika Ghat, against the joyous color-bursts of Holi celebrations, Vikas Khanna's marvellously layered story of the survival of a delicate friendship, is brilliantly told and poignantly life-affirming.
Raj and his dad are going camping. They've packed everything they need and Raj knows they are going to have an amazing time. Once they get there, however, they find they have to contend with wind, rain and a family of very noisy bears. In this sequel to Raj and the Best Day Ever, Sebastien Braun continues his warm, observant exploration of the relationship between a little tiger and his dad.
In a realm where history murmured through ancient ruins, a band of nine youthful explorers embarked on a quest that would test their courage, intellect, and camaraderie. Their adventure began in the heart of a bustling metropolis, where they formed a club dedicated to unearthing the mysteries that lay beneath the surface. One fateful day, they stumbled upon a long-forgotten chart, a relic from a bygone era. Nestled in the depths of a venerable library, its intricate details and faded ink promised secrets yearning to be unveiled. Zanny, a whirlwind of curiosity, was the first to spot it, igniting a spark of excitement that spread through the group. At that moment, they fell silent, each lost in their own thoughts as if the map, with its faded ink and enigmatic symbols, had cast a spell over them. It was a call to adventure, a promise of secrets waiting to be uncovered. As the afternoon sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the library floor, they knew they couldn’t resist the allure of the unknown. The map had revealed its final destination: a perilous mountain pass, shrouded in legend and cloaked in perpetual snow. Its peak, a jagged tooth against the sky, was said to be the gateway to the lost city of Eldoria. The group finally left the library and soon arrived at its base, a contrasting crew of adventurers, their hearts pounding with hope and trepidation as they gazed up in amazement at what awaited them high above. What would happen next to these intrepid adventurers? Would they succeed in their quest? With another chart as their guide, they later ventured into the labyrinthine streets of the city, their hearts pounding with anticipation. They discovered hidden passageways, ancient tunnels, and forgotten landmarks, each offering a glimpse into the city’s rich heritage. Along the way, they faced challenges both physical and mental. They navigated treacherous terrain, deciphered cryptic clues, and even encountered rival explorers vying for the same secrets. But their friendship and unwavering determination proved to be their greatest assets. As they delved deeper into the city’s underbelly, they uncovered a world of forgotten treasures and ancient knowledge. They encountered mysterious guardians, solved age-old riddles, and witnessed the breathtaking beauty of hidden wonders. Their journey was not without its risks. They faced danger, uncertainty, and the ever-present threat of the unknown. But their courage and resilience shone through, propelling them forward on their quest. In the end, their adventure was more than just a treasure hunt. It was a journey of self-discovery, a testament to the power of friendship, and a celebration of the city’s rich heritage. As they stood at the end of their quest, having uncovered the secrets of the ancient chart, they realised that the real treasure was not Eldoria’s glory or the hidden tunnels conquered, but the bonds they had forged and the memories they had created, as well as the journey itself.
