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  The Last Weapon - The Martians...

  Robert Sheckley

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  When three fortune-hunters break open an ancient Martian vault, they expect treasure — not devices capable of leveling armies, freezing deserts, or bending reality itself. But their uneasy alliance dissolves fast as greed, paranoia, and raw ambition transform the red planet into a battleground of human betrayal. 
  “The Last Weapon” showcases Robert Sheckley at his sharpest, blending dark humor with razor-edged tension as he unspools a tale of power, corruption, and the catastrophic relics of a lost world. Each discovery raises the stakes until the final, unforgettable confrontation — one that proves the Martians saved their most astonishing creation for last. 
  Robert Sheckley (1928–2005) stands as one of science fiction’s most inventive and mischievous voices. Known for his wit, philosophical playfulness, and talent for blending satire with suspense, Sheckley wrote hundreds of stories that continue to influence modern sci-fi. His work appeared in Galaxy, IF, Playboy, and many other top magazines, earning him a reputation as a writer who could twist a simple premise into something brilliantly unexpected. In “The Last Weapon,” those skills are on full display.

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  First Bull Run: The History of...

  Jonathan Gianos-Steinberg

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  After Fort Sumter, the Lincoln Administration pushed for a quick invasion of Virginia, with the intent of defeating Confederate forces and marching toward the Confederate capitol of Richmond. Lincoln pressed General Irvin McDowell to push forward. Despite the fact that McDowell knew his troops were inexperienced and unready, pressure from Washington politicians forced him to launch a premature offensive against Confederate forces in Northern Virginia.  
  	McDowell’s strategy during the First Battle of Bull Run was grand, and in many ways it was the forerunner of a tactic Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson and James Longstreet executed brilliantly on nearly the same field during the Second Battle of Bull Run in August 1862. McDowell’s plan called for parts of his army to pin down General P.G.T. Beauregard’s Confederate soldiers in front while marching another wing of his army around the flank and into the enemy’s rear, rolling up the line. McDowell assumed the Confederates would be forced to abandon Manassas Junction and fall back to the next defensible line, the Rappahannock River. In July 1861, however, this proved far too difficult for his inexperienced troops to carry out effectively.  
  	As the first major land battle of the Civil War, the First Battle of Bull Run made history in several ways. The two sides fought near the railroad junction at Manassas on July 21, 1861, just 25 miles away from Washington, which was close enough for many civilians from the nation’s capital to come and watch what they expected to be a rout of Confederate forces, and for awhile it appeared as though that might be the case.  
  	McDowell’s strategy ultimately fell apart though, mostly thanks to the use of the railroad. Confederate reinforcements under General Joseph E. Johnston, including a brigade led by Thomas Jonathan Jackson, arrived by train in the middle of the day, a first in the history of American warfare.

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  Crushed

  Melanie Conklin

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  A heartfelt middle grade story about changing friendships, peer pressure, and the courage to speak up when lines are crossed, perfect for fans of Starfish and Finally Heard.  Sophie Valentine would rather be at home, doing school virtually. Instead, she’s waiting in a crowded middle school building for her best friend, Eve, who’s finally back after an extended absence, which only Sophie knows the truth about.     But when Eve returns, things aren’t the same. First, Eve stops walking to school with her in the morning. Then, she’s ditching Sophie to hang out with the Crash Crew, a group of popular kids notorious for their social media dares. Eve seems to fit right in, but Sophie is devastated: Did she just lose her best friend?    When rumors surface that Eve is hiding a painful secret she didn’t share with Sophie, Sophie is spurred on an investigation to discover what—or who—caused the incident behind Eve’s sudden change...and why all clues lead back to the Crash Crew. Using lessons from her forensics class and the help of a new friend, Sophie will have to uncover the truth before more harm is done.

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  Wolves - Photos and Fun Facts...

  Isis Gaillard

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  Do you want to be amazed by Wolves pictures? Let's see color photos of Wolves!  
  You and your child will find pictures of Wolves in short simplified text for children learning to read or those who like picture books.  
  Wolves: Photos and Fun Facts for Kids. It is Book 83 in the Kids Learn with Pictures Series. This book is around a clear concept: see pictures of Wolves.  
  This is a stock photo book of animals that ASK QUESTIONS of the pictures shown to the reader to encourage interaction and responses from the child.  
  Be sure to read the other books in the Kids Learn With Pictures Series.

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  The Light Princess - Adapted and...

  George MacDonald

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  The Light Princess 
   Adapted from George MacDonald | Abridged & Narrated by Querida Funck 
  A princess cursed to float above the ground learns that the only way to gain gravity—both literal and emotional—is through love, sacrifice, and sorrow. 
  In this True Voice Shorts adaptation of George MacDonald’s whimsical 1864 fairy tale, lyrical narration and thoughtful abridgment bring new heart to a classic story of weightlessness, willfulness, and wonder. Playful yet profound, The Light Princess offers timeless insights on what it means to be truly grounded. 
  Narrated by Querida Funck, this edition blends old-world charm with a modern emotional lens—inviting listeners of all ages to rediscover a fairytale where lightness is both a gift and a challenge.

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  The Heart of Our Home

  Janelle Washington

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  This author-illustrator debut from Caldecott honor-winning creator Janelle Washington (Choosing Brave) is a timeless ode to one family's kitchen table: stained, scratched, and full of love.   The heart of this family’s home beats steadily at the round wooden kitchen table.Every morning, they gather around it for breakfast. In the afternoons, it’s where homework gets done, and where art projects, and sometimes brownies, are made. On Fridays, it's where they prepare the fish fry.Anniversaries, birthday parties, graduations. All are celebrated at their kitchen table.When they tell their stories, it listens. And when they cry, it gives comfort.Their kitchen table is a place for family, friends, and memories.

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