Random house apr 2020 (112 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover what makes every Virgo baby special! This perfect book for your little star is part of a gorgeous and 100% giftable 12-book astrology board book series that shares gentle thoughts about the characteristics of a child born under each star sign.Dear Little Virgo, Did you know that you are kind, funny and loyal . . .Every Virgo baby and toddler (born August 23rd - September 22nd) is going to need this charming, gentle board book, that allows grown-ups and children to share the many lovely qualities that make each Virgo kid special. Little ones - just like adults - will love knowing what the traits of their star sign are, all the while learning that they are unique, wonderful, and - above all - so loved.The absolute perfect gift for baby showers, first birthdays, and any time a baby is celebrated, the Baby Astrology series lets little ones know that they are ALL stars. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER What might have been That tantalizing question propels a woman on a cross-country adventure to reunite with the men she loved and let go, in Danielle Steel s exhilarating new novel. It all starts with a fall from a ladder, in a firehouse in New York City. The firehouse has been converted into a unique Manhattan home and studio where renowned photographer Madison Allen works and lives after raising three children on her own. But the accident, which happens while Maddie is sorting through long-forgotten personal mementos and photos, results in more than a broken ankle. It changes her life. Spurred by old memories, the forced pause in her demanding schedule, and an argument with her daughter that leads to a rare crisis of confidence, Maddie embarks on a road trip. She hopes to answer questions about the men she loved and might have married but didn t in the years after she was left alone with three young children. Wearing a cast and driving a rented SUV, she sets off to reconnect with three very different men one in Boston, one in Chicago, and another in Wyoming to know once and for all if the decisions she made long ago were the right ones. Before moving forward into the future, she is compelled to confront the past. As the miles and days pass, and with each new encounter, Maddie s life comes into clearer focus and a new future takes shape. A deeply felt story about love, motherhood, family, and fate, Lost and Found is an irresistible new novel from America s most dynamic storyteller.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From Emmy Award winning comedian, former Daily Show host, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Trevor Noah comes the young readers edition of his acclaimed memoir a powerful and deeply personal story of growing up under and after apartheid in South Africa. A piercing reminder that every mad life even yours could end up a masterpiece. Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling authorWe do horrible things to one another because we don t see the person it affects. . . . We don t see them as people.Born to a Black South African mother and a white European father, Trevor Noah entered the world at a time when his very existence violated apartheid law. With humor and sharp insight, Trevor recounts his childhood navigating a deeply unjust society, where his mother's unwavering love helped him survive and thrive.Adapted for young readers from the #1 New York Times bestseller Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood, this unforgettable memoir explores identity, family, race, and resilience through one extraordinary life. Trevor's story offers young readers a compelling perspective on South Africa's tumultous racial history and on the power of hope, courage, and finding your place in the world.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud new Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble! Daisy and her class are so excited when their new school nature garden is unveiled. But the trouble with their nature garden is, there's not very much nature in it. There are NO:BirdsButterfliesGrizzly BearsWolverinesIf there's one thing Daisy HATES it's waiting. Especially waiting for nature to appear. Luckily, she's going camping with Gabby, and will find LOTS of nature to bring back.Only, the trouble with nature is, it's really hard to control.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and ocean depths.The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children through the terminal as they check in bags, walk through security and board the plane. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children and help to soothe any anxiety about airports and flying.Sam Meredith's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for other titles in the Ladybird Little World series:In the CityTo the MoonJungle JourneyUnder the Sea To the BeachShopping TripOn the Farm. Meredith, Samantha (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - USA TODAY BESTSELLER Make the breakthrough you need to get your relationship on target with thisinteractive guidethe perfect companion to Michael Todd'sroadmapto finding lasting love,Relationship Goals.Wondering if you should break up Feeling like you could break down How about discovering a breakthrough in all your relationships and finding fulfillment like never before This start-right-here study guide based on Michael Todd's Relationship Goals takes the targets you have for your relationships and adds the coaching you need to steady your aim. As you and your small group, friends, or significant other write, reflect, pray, listen, and discuss your way through this guide, you'll discover the practical tools and strategic space you need to move your relationships from "We're okay" to "We're better than ever."We're talking friendships, marriage, dating, even ideas for relating well to the person in the next cubicle. Because having strong relationships means having a strong purpose in lifeand who doesn't want that So set your eyes on the goals that will help you win in relationships.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In the twelfth Cupcake Bakery Mystery from New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay, the Fairy Tale Cupcake crew follows the clever crumb trail of a killer who's anything but cookie-cutter.Life is all sugar and spice for the Fairy Tale Cupcake bakers--Melanie Cooper is engaged to the delectable Joe DeLaura, Angie Harper and her husband Tate are savoring married life, and the bakery is bustling with happy customers. Until one of their most valued cupcake connoisseurs ends up dead.Local glass artist and cupcake lover Rene Fischer-Klein has always suffered from a wide variety of health issues. In an effort to cheer her up, her doting husband, Peter, brings her a four-pack of her favorite cupcakes every week. But when the police discover that Rene has been poisoned, there's no sugarcoating the fact that the last things she ate were the bakery's signature pumpkin spice cupcakes! With their lives and bakery at stake, it's up to Mel and Angie to find out who poisoned their artist friend and why, before their future is frosted for good.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Peppa is very excited because her friends Mandy Mouse and the Panda Twins are coming round for a play date!Peppa, Mandy, Peggi and Pandora have got lots of ideas for fun and games to keep everyone entertained. Mummy and Daddy Pig make sure that Peppa and friends have a brilliant day!This is the first story book featuring Peppa's new friends Mandy Mouse and Peggi and Pandora Panda.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Devastatingly good' - Clare Mackintosh, author of After The End 13 Reasons Why meets The Wasp Factory in an impossible to put down thriller that will take your breath away.Last year, Ollie Morcombe was a star pupil, popular and a gifted musician.Then, after the accident, everything changed. Now he's an outcast, a prime target of the school bullies who have made his life a living hell.Today - the last day of the school year - he's brought those bullies a gift. A homemade pipe bomb.What has driven a model student to plan an unspeakable revenge And with the clock ticking down to home time, what can anybody do to stop him 'A powerfully charged study in empathy' - Financial Times 'A sensitive, gripping book about mental health and masculinity' - Samuel Pollen, author of The Year I Didn't Eat.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A pregnant young woman becomes obsessed with the disappearance of her lover's wife, only to discover that she may be headed for the same fate, in this novel from New York Times bestselling author Kristin Miller When secretary Colleen Roper becomes pregnant by her boss, Michael, he whisks her away to Ravenwood, his opulent estate. Abruptly thrust into a life of luxury she's never known, Colleen finds the immense house suffused with the memory of Michael's wife, Joanna, who left months ago and haunts her imagination. With rooms she's prohibited from entering and a staff that greets her with hostility, there is little room for a new mistress of Ravenwood. It's not long before bones are unearthed in the grove across the street and Michael falls under the suspicion of detectives. The soon-to-be mother of his child finds herself hurled deeper into her lover's dark past, a past filled with unfaithfulness and deception. Making a claim to her new life is harder than it seemsespecially since she's walking in the shadow of the hauntingly beautiful Joanna. As Colleen untangles truth from lies, she discovers that nothing is what it seems, and that some people will kill to keep their secrets as quiet as the dead. Inspired by Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca, In Her Shadow is the chilling story of one woman's desperate desire to be loved and the ghosts that threaten to get in her way.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun . . .It's winter in Moominvalley and the Moomin family are deep in their Long Winter Sleep, waiting for the sound of Too-Ticky's barrel organ to rouse them, as it did every spring. But when a mysterious ratta-tattle wakes Moomintroll with a start, will he be brave enough to investigate the noise on his own And what surprises will he find if he does venture outside.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The blockbuster manga that inspired the epic anime, airing now on Adult Swim's Toonami!ONLY HUMANTo activate the true power of the Founding Titan that courses through his veins, Eren must make contact with Zeke, a Titan of royal blood. Though Zeke has escaped Levi and the Survey Corps, he's made little headway before the Marleyan military and its Titan warriors attack. Eren pummels his way through the Marleyan trap and past his former friends, but as the battle rages, he stumbles into a situation far beyond what his brother could have planned.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER_________________________________Grand Admiral Thrawn faces the ultimate test of his loyalty to the Empire in this epic Star Wars novel from bestselling author Timothy Zahn.'If I were to serve the Empire, you would command my allegiance.' Such was the promise Grand Admiral Thrawn made to Emperor Palpatine at their first meeting. Since then, Thrawn has been one of the Empire's most effective instruments, pursuing its enemies to the very edges of the known galaxy. But as keen a weapon as Thrawn has become, the Emperor dreams of something far more destructive.Now, as Thrawn's TIE defender program is halted in favor of Director Krennic's secret Death Star project, he realizes that the balance of power in the Empire is measured by more than just military acumen or tactical efficiency. Even the greatest intellect can hardly compete with the power to annihilate entire planets. As Thrawn works to secure his place in the Imperial hierarchy, his former protégé Eli Vanto returns with a dire warning about Thrawn's homeworld. Thrawn's mastery of strategy must guide him through an impossible choice: duty to the Chiss Ascendancy, or fealty to the Empire he has sworn to serve. Even if the right choice means committing treason._________________________________Praise for Thrawn: Treason'Another excellent addition to the new canon . . . Thrawn: Treason will reward you thoroughly for your time.'-GeekMom'If you've ever enjoyed a Thrawn story-whether that was Heir to the Empire and its sequels or Zahn's new novels-you'll find more of what you enjoy in Treason.'-Dork Side of the Force.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - As featured on The Joe Rogan Experience______________________________A journalist's twenty-year obsession with the Manson murders leads to shocking new conspiracy theories about the FBI's involvement in this fascinating re-evaluation of one of the most infamous cases in American history.Twenty years ago, reporting for a routine magazine piece about the infamous Manson murders, journalist Tom O'Neill didn't expect to find anything new. But the discovery of horrifying new evidence kick-started an obsession and his life's work. What had he unearthed and what did it mean: why was there surveillance by intelligence agents Why did the police make these particular mistakes and why did Tom's greatest ally in this fight turn into his biggest foe Chaos is an explosive read that will shock, grip and change our understanding of a case that has haunted the world for over fifty years.______________________________'Riveting . Sensational revelations . True crime fans will be enthralled.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY'[Full of] scandalous findings . to me it seems only too plausible. O'Neill's intricately sinister 'secret history' often sounds incredible; that doesn't mean that it's not all true.' OBSERVER.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover what makes every Cancer baby special! This perfect book for your little star is part of a gorgeous and 100% giftable 12-book astrology board book series that shares gentle thoughts about the characteristics of a child born under each star sign.Dear little Cancer, did you know that you are creative, spontaneous, and loving Every Cancer baby and toddler (born June 21 to July 22) is going to need this charming, gentle board book, which allows grown-ups and children to share the many lovely qualities that make each Cancer kid special. Little ones--just like adults--will love knowing the traits of their star sign while learning that they are unique, wonderful, and, above all, so loved.The absolute perfect gift for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime a baby is celebrated, the Baby Astrology series lets little ones know that they are ALL stars.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'David Solomons's zany, inimitable wit makes for a series of capers that are thrilling and satisfying.'- The Guardian on The Secret in Vault 13An ancient artifact buried deep within the TARDIS leads the Doctor back to London, where a deadly predator prowls the tunnels beneath the city. As the Time Lord and her friends investigate, they uncover a mystery that will take them from a secret mountain base to the depths of the ocean - and if they cannot solve it, one of them will perish. In order to save her friend, the Doctor must solve the riddle of . the Maze of Doom.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover what makes every Gemini baby special! This perfect book for your little star is part of a gorgeous and 100% giftable 12-book astrology board book series that shares gentle thoughts about the characteristics of a child born under each star sign.Dear little Gemini, did you know that you are gentle, affectionate, and curious Every Gemini baby and toddler (born May 21 to June 20) is going to need this charming, gentle board book, which allows grown-ups and children to share the many lovely qualities that make each Gemini kid special. Little ones--just like adults--will love knowing the traits of their star sign while learning that they are unique, wonderful, and, above all, so loved.The absolute perfect gift for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime a baby is celebrated, the Baby Astrology series lets little ones know that they are ALL stars.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover what makes every Leo baby special! This perfect book for your little star is part of a gorgeous and 100% giftable 12-book astrology board book series that shares gentle thoughts about the characteristics of a child born under each star sign.Dear little Leo, did you know that you are generous, warmhearted, and cheerful Every Leo baby and toddler (born July 23 to August 22) is going to need this charming, gentle board book, which allows grown-ups and children to share the many lovely qualities that make each Leo kid special. Little ones--just like adults--will love knowing the traits of their star sign while learning that they are unique, wonderful, and, above all, so loved.The absolute perfect gift for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime a baby is celebrated, the Baby Astrology series lets little ones know that they are ALL stars.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introduce little tourists to the UK capital in this interactive journey through London!Explore the iconic landmarks of London with a push-and-pull mechanism in every scene. Little readers can change the famous advertising boards of Piccadilly Circus and raise Tower Bridge as they journey through the city. Ladybird London is the perfect introduction for children to capital as it travels through the busy centre, past Buckingham Palace and on to the South Bank. Hawkins, Klara (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An exploration of the wondrous ecosystems in our gardens - and a call to rewild the places where we live. From window boxes to road verges, from lawns to borders, scientist and gardener Dave Goulson shows how easily any outdoor space can become a sanctuary for bees, beetles, worms and butterflies.With infectious enthusiasm, wit and scientific insight, Goulson shows how our gardens can combat biodiversity loss and climate change. Part practical guide, part environmental manifesto, part nature book, The Garden Jungle is an inspiring reminder that saving nature starts on our doorsteps. Essential reading for anyone with a garden who cares about our planet.'Packed with remarkable details, an excellent guide to green gardening' Guardian 'Exquisite. should be read by every gardener in the country' Observer.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Help Archer find his missing turtle hiding in the pages of this picture book!How Many Times Have I Told You to Pick Up This Room Archer's pet turtle is missing! Mom is sure he's somewhere in Archer's messy bedroom.or the back yard. or somewhere in the house. Archer looks everywhere inside and out but can't find his turtle until he learns to think like one! However, sharp-eyed young readers will easily find the missing pet hiding thoughout the messy pages of this book.Here is an imaginative and interactive story with the added bonus of showing why it's a good idea to pick up your toys. Boynton-Hughes, Brooke (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the New York Times and internationally bestselling authors of the Illuminae Files comes a new science-fiction epic. . . .The year is 2380, and the graduating cadets of Aurora Academy are being assigned their first missions. Star pupil Tyler Jones is ready to recruit the squad of his dreams, but his own boneheaded heroism sees him stuck with the dregs nobody else in the academy would touch . . .A cocky diplomat with a black belt in sarcasmA sociopath scientist with a fondness for shooting her bunkmates A smart-ass tech whiz with the galaxy's biggest chip on his shoulderAn alien warrior with anger-management issuesA tomboy pilot who's totally not into him, in case you were wonderingAnd Ty's squad isn't even his biggest problem that'd be Aurora Jie-Lin O'Malley, the girl he's just rescued from interdimensional space. Trapped in cryo-sleep for two centuries, Auri is a girl out of time and out of her depth. But she could be the catalyst that starts a war millions of years in the making, and Tyler's squad of losers, discipline cases, and misfits might just be the last hope for the entire galaxy.NOBODY PANIC.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - When young novice monk Brother Beowulf is sent to spy on Spook Johnson, he has no idea of the trouble he's about to find himself in. Johnson boasts to Wulf of his battles against demonic creatures, and even seems to imprisons local witches, though Wulf is sceptical - not least because the church has taught him that Spooks are a force for evil, and not to be trusted. But then the monsters Johnson claims to fight turn out to be very real indeed, and soon Wulf is forced to seek help from another young Spook, Tom Ward, who terrifies and charms him in equal measure. But the forces of the dark are many, and it's not long until Wulf and Tom realise they've bitten off far more than they can chew. A horrifying new enemy is rising - and only Wulf can stop it.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Daisy's in trouble again! Cheeky, extremely readable and funny young fiction from the bestselling author behind the hilarious OI FROG series. Another BRILLIANT laugh-out-loud Daisy adventure, from bestselling author of the Oi Frog series, Kes Gray.Here comes trouble!Daisy is SO excited because it's her BIRTHDAY and she's getting a special treat!Mum is taking Daisy and her best friends Gabby and Dylan to the zoo.The trouble with zoos is, the animals are TOO CUTE. Especially the penguins.So when Daisy gets to go into the ACTUAL penguin cage with the ACTUAL zookeeper and feed the ACTUAL penguins, it really isn't her fault that she has to secretly adopt one.But Daisy soon discovers that the trouble with penguins is, they don't make the easiest pets. Parsons, Garry; Sharratt, Nick (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and ocean depths.The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children along the beach as they play the part of a lifeguard - raising flags, patrolling the beach and even building sandcastles! A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children as they walk along the sand and watch the waves.Sam Meredith's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for other titles in the Ladybird Little World series:At the AirportOn the FarmShopping TripUnder the SeaIn the CityTo the MoonJungle Journey.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water!This fun and simple board book about two sharks is a humorous study in opposites. Big Shark has big teeth; Little Shark has little teeth. Big Shark swims fast; Little Shark swims slow. But they are both hungry! Will they each succeed in finding a tasty snack Little Shark is hoping that he won't become fast food for Big Shark!A sturdy board book with an easy-to-follow story pairs simple text with picture clues that will help children decode the story during a read-aloud. Budgen, Tim (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Novels and Stories contains, in two volumes, all fifty-six short stories and four novels featuring Sir Arthur Conan Doyle s world-famous detective. Volume II contains the fourth of the Sherlock Holmes novels,The Valley of Fear, in which Holmes memorably faces his malignant archenemy, Professor Moriarty. The short stories collected here include such celebrated gems as 'The Adventure of Wisteria Lodge,' 'The Adventure of the Red Circle,' 'The Adventure of the Devil's Foot,' 'The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire,' and 'His Last Bow: The War Service of Sherlock Holmes.' With the stories from the final collection,The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes,published in 1927, this volume carries the venerable detective through to the very end of his enthralling four-decade career as one of the most beloved characters in literature.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, and the rest of the meddling kids return in a classic Little Golden Book! Join Scooby-Doo and Shaggy for a day at the beach that becomes a treasure hunt filled with spooky houses and ghostly pirates. Girls and boys ages 2 to 5 will enjoy this fun-filled adventure featuring their friends from Mystery Incorporated. First published in 1974, this classic Little Golden Book is sure to thrill new fans and collectors of all ages. Golden Books (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For fans of Wendelin van Draanen and Cynthia Lord, a touching and funny middle-grade story about family, friendship, and growing up when you're one step away from homelessness. Twelve-and-three-quarter-year-old Felix Knutsson has a knack for trivia. His favorite game show is Who What Where When; he even named his gerbil after the host. Felix's mom, Astrid, is loving but can't seem to hold on to a job. So when they get evicted from their latest shabby apartment, they have to move into a van. Astrid swears him to secrecy; he can't tell anyone about their living arrangement, not even Dylan and Winnie, his best friends at his new school. If he does, she warns him, he'll be taken away from her and put in foster care. As their circumstances go from bad to worse, Felix gets a chance to audition for a junior edition of Who What Where When, and he's determined to earn a spot on the show. Winning the cash prize could make everything okay again. But things don't turn out the way he expects. . . . Susin Nielsen deftly combines humor, heartbreak, and hope in this moving story about people who slip through the cracks in society, and about the power of friendship and community to make all the difference.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The definitive guide to getting your way, revised and updated with new material on writing, speaking, framing, and other key tools for arguing more powerfully"Cross Cicero with David Letterman and you get Jay Heinrichs."Joseph Ellis, Pulitzer Prizewinning author ofThe QuartetandAmerican SphinxNow in its fourth edition, Jay Heinrichs'sThank You for Arguingis your master class in the art of persuasion, taught by history's greatest professors, ranging from Queen Victoria and Winston Churchill toHomerSimpson and Barack Obama.Filled with time-tested secrets for emerging victorious from any dispute, including Cicero's three-step strategy for inspiring action and Honest Abe's Shameless Trick for lowering an audience's expectations, this fascinating bookalso includes anassortment of persuasion tips,such as:The Chandler Bing Adjustment: Match your argument to your audience (that is, persuasion is not about you).The Belushi Paradigm: Before people will follow you, they have to consider you worth following.The Yoda Technique: Transform a banal idiom by switching the words around.Additionally, Heinrichs considers the dark arts of persuasion, such as politicians' use of coded language to appeal to specific groups. His sage guide has been fully updated to address our culture of "fake news" and political polarization.Whether you're a lover of language books or just want to win more anger-free arguments on the page, at thepodium, or over a beer,Thank You for Arguingis for you. Warm, witty, and truly enlightening, it not only teaches you how to identify a paraleipsis when you hear it but also how to wield such persuasive weapons the next time you really, really need to get your way. This expanded edition also includes a new chapter on how to reset your audience's priorities, as well as new and improved ArgueLab games to hone your skills.…