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A warm, wonder-filled space story inspired by a real mission around the Moon. Buster Bee has a big question: Can people really fly around the Moon and come back home again? When he discovers NASA’s Artemis II mission, Buster begins an exciting journey of curiosity and learning. Along the way, he meets the astronauts, learns about the Orion spacecraft and the mighty rocket that will launch it, and discovers how teamwork, courage, and preparation help make a mission around the Moon possible. Written especially for young readers, Blast Off with Buster Bee: Around the Moon with Artemis II ...

Before the legends, before the war—there was Ruin Mist. A Realm Divided. A Power Awakened. A Destiny Forged in Secrets. Long ago, the peoples of Ruin Mist were divided by war, betrayal, and forbidden love. Elves fled into exile, magic was hunted to extinction, and men carved kingdoms from ashes and silence. Now, ancient powers stir once more, and the world’s fragile peace teeters on the edge of ruin. In the far-flung kingdoms of men, Princess Adrina of Great Kingdom longs to break free from the cage of royal life—only to be swept into a destiny greater than she ever imagined. In the ...

A warm, wonder-filled space adventure inspired by a real mission around the Moon. Buster Bee has a big question: Can people really fly around the Moon and come back home again? When he discovers NASA’s Artemis II mission, Buster begins an exciting journey of curiosity and learning. Along the way, he meets the astronauts, learns about the Orion spacecraft and the mighty rocket that will launch it, and discovers how teamwork, courage, and preparation help make a mission around the Moon possible. Written especially for young readers, Blast Off with Buster Bee: Around the Moon with Artemis II...

Three siblings. One globe-traveling dad. And a hidden truth beneath one of the world’s strangest wonders. When journalist Gabe Santos takes his eight-year-old triplets to Xochimilco, Mexico City, he’s chasing a story about the last great floating gardens and a chinampa-growing family whose harvest records seem impossible. Officially, it’s a feature about history, farming, and one of the most astonishing places in the world. But Tala, Naya, and Rafi discover there’s another story moving under the tourist boats. A hidden canal route. A child messenger erased from memory. A flute ...

Job Apocalypse & the Human Advantage is a book for everyone trying to understand what the age of AI means for work, identity, family, education, and the future of human value. Artificial intelligence is no longer changing only routine labor. It is changing white-collar cognition — drafting, summarizing, analyzing, recommending, and producing the kinds of outputs once considered distinctly human. But the real danger is not job loss alone. The real danger is forgetting what human beings are for. In The Human Advantage, William R. Stanek argues that as machines take over more routine ...

Adjustable text for any device — great for read-aloud, dyslexia-friendly formatting, and screen readers. Celebrating 20 years of Bugville Critters! Hand-painted watercolors. Zoom through space with Buster Bee in a dreamy cosmic adventure! When Buster dreams of flying through the stars, he visits every planet in our solar system—from Mercury’s heat to Saturn’s rings! This fun, easy-to-read adventure introduces space and science in a way young children can enjoy and remember. Perfect for sparking curiosity, imagination, and classroom discussions. Ideal for early STEM learners and fans...

Built for the boardroom. Proven in the classroom. Trusted by Fortune 50 leaders and top educators for over a decade. Now available to everyone — in print, ebook, and audio — for a fraction of the cost. Master the art of thinking clearly, acting decisively, and leading with precision. Critical Thinking is a 3-week action plan that empowers you to make smarter, faster, and more informed decisions — in every aspect of life and leadership. Whether you’re navigating high-stakes choices, managing through complexity, or leading teams in uncertain environments, this guide helps you develop ...

Celebrating 20 years of Bugville Critters. Hand-painted watercolors. What is time, anyway? Buster Bee is ready to find out. When Buster Bee asks, “What makes a day... a day?” his family, friends, and teacher help him discover more than just minutes and hours—they help him find the magic in every moment. From tick-tocking stopwatches to daydreams about flying clocks, this gentle and funny story turns one little bee’s curiosity into a joyful adventure through time. Along the way, Buster learns about: • Day and night • Hours, minutes, and seconds • Days of the week • ...

A missing woman. A deadly conspiracy. A man with nothing left to lose. Scott Evers tried to leave his past behind. He had a home, a wife, and a future—until the night everything changed. After a brutal attack, Scott is forced back into a world he thought he escaped. A world where names disappear, where power is currency, and where the right piece of technology could destroy entire nations. The name Jessica Wellmen keeps appearing in the wreckage—a woman who vanished without a trace, her secrets buried in encrypted files and whispered warnings. Following her trail, Scott finds himself ...

Built for the boardroom. Proven in the classroom. Trusted by Fortune 50 leaders and top educators for over a decade. Now available to everyone — in print, ebook, and audio — for a fraction of the cost. Transform your thinking. Transform your leadership. Unlock the power of mindset to lead with clarity, innovation, and impact. Shifting Mindsets is a focused 2-week action plan designed to help you reshape your thinking, rewire your responses, and lead with renewed purpose — in both your professional and personal life. This guide explores how mindset drives behavior, how attitude ...

A decade in the classroom. Now available to everyone. “Life is messy. This isn’t a book about escaping chaos. It’s about owning it—and becoming who you’re meant to be because of it.” For over a decade, Chisel Your Path has been used in classrooms, coaching spaces, and retreats to help individuals cut through the noise, reconnect with what matters, and lead with unshakable clarity. Now, it’s available to everyone—wherever you are on your journey. This isn’t your typical self-help book. No empty affirmations. No glossy promises. Just honest reflection, grounded action, and a...

Built for the boardroom. Proven in the classroom. Trusted by Fortune 50 leaders and top educators for over a decade. Now available to everyone — in print, ebook, and audio — for a fraction of the cost. In a world that never stops changing, the ability to adapt isn’t just an advantage — it’s essential. Thriving Amidst Flux is a practical 2-week action plan that equips you to navigate uncertainty, embrace change, and lead with confidence — in the workplace and beyond. Whether you’re guiding a team through disruption, pivoting your personal path, or navigating the unknown, this ...

For over a decade, this guide has been used in classrooms, coaching spaces, and retreats to help people pause, recalibrate, and move forward with intention. Now, it’s available to everyone—wherever you are on your journey. “RESET is the rare kind of book that meets you exactly where you are—then gently reminds you who you’ve always been.” What if renewal wasn’t something you had to earn—but something you could return to? In a culture obsessed with optimization and endless striving, RESET offers a wiser, more compassionate path: one rooted in presence, emotional awareness, ...

A decade in the classroom. Now available to everyone. “A beautiful blend of psychology and soul. If you’re tired of hustle culture and ready to feel rich from the inside out, this is your new essential guide.” What if abundance isn’t something you earn—but something you remember? In a world that tells us to hustle harder and consume more, FLOURISH invites you to slow down, look inward, and rediscover the wealth already within you. This isn’t just about finances—it’s about mindset, meaning, and the quiet power of enough. Used for over a decade in classrooms, coaching circles,...

A decade of impact. Now available to everyone. “Life isn’t meant to be perfectly balanced. It’s meant to be lived—fully, deeply, and intentionally—even in the chaos.” For years, Harmony in the Chaos has been used in classrooms, coaching spaces, and retreats as a trusted resource for those craving grounded balance in a chaotic world. Now, it’s available to everyone—offering not a formula for control, but a rhythm for intentional living. This isn’t another self-help book promising peace in 30 days. It’s a compass for real people navigating real complexity. Through powerful...

A decade of impact. Now available to everyone. “You’ve faced the chaos. You’ve found your rhythm. Now it’s time to create impact that resonates—far beyond yourself.” For years, Orchestrating Impact has been used in classrooms, coaching spaces, and retreats as a trusted guide for visionaries, creatives, and leaders seeking to live and lead with intention. Now, it’s available to everyone—offering not a script for perfection, but a score for authentic, purpose-driven impact. This is not a traditional self-help book. It’s a bold, transformative call to action for anyone ready ...

If you’re worried that AI is moving faster than society can understand… you’re not alone. Millions of people are asking questions few feel safe saying out loud: “Will my skills still matter?” “What will happen to my work?” “How do I prepare for a future arriving this fast?” Here’s the part no one tells you: The danger isn’t AI. The danger is entering the AI era unprepared. What happens before the machines decide? Before algorithms shape economies. Before AGI influences institutions. Before intelligent systems are woven into every decision we make? We decide. And what ...

The university town of Ithaca, New York, blessed with numerous waterfalls and beautiful, dangerous gorges, provides a cosmopolitan yet bucolic backdrop for this tale of transformation. Here Stephen and Michelle Wolcott live an ostensibly idyllic albeit wintry life, comfortably oblivious of the constant interplay between the subtle and material worlds. Gathered for a Christmas party at their well-ordered home, old friends and a new neighbor are treated to the appearance of a fox in the snowy yard.

Adjustable text for any device — great for read-aloud, dyslexia-friendly formatting, and screen readers. Celebrating 20 years of Bugville Critters! Buster Bee dreams of big adventures... and one nap later, he gets the biggest one of all. When Buster nods off in front of an explorer movie, he wakes up in a buzzing, booby-trapped dreamscape—as Buster Buzzstone, bug archaeologist extraordinaire! In this action-packed, imagination-fueled dream adventure, Buster must: • Navigate ancient ruins and honey-slick hallways • Dodge traps (and rival treasure hunters!) • Outwit the sneaky Wasp ...

Adjustable text for any device — great for read-aloud, dyslexia-friendly formatting, and screen readers. Optimized for accessibility and enjoyment across formats. Who’s crunching the alphabet cookies—and why do the crumbs spell H-A-P-P-Y? Snack time at B. Havior School is suddenly suspicious. Half-eaten alphabet cookies. Weird bite marks. Frosting smears. And letters that seem to spell… a message? Is it a hungry prankster? A cookie-loving ghost? Or something even sneakier? Enter the Bugville Sleuth Society! • Lass Ladybug launches a full investigation (clipboard included). • Dag...