Animal Justice

A “brilliant” (Chicago Review of Books), “elegantly written, and compelling” (National Review) new theory and call to action on animal rights, ethics, and law from the renowned philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum. Animals are in trouble all over the world. Whether through the cruelties of the...

What would it take for veganism to spread further than ever before? Through the voices of vegans of color, Veganism in an Oppressive World will revolutionize the way you see our movement. A must read for new vegans and seasoned nonhuman animal activists alike, this community-led effort provides in-depth, first-hand accounts and analyses of what is needed to broaden the scope of veganism beyond its current status as a fringe or “single-issue” movement while ensuring that justice for nonhumans remains its central focus. This collection of academic essays, personal reflections and poetry ...

During the eerie shutdown that descended upon California in March 2020, the world seemed to lose its sparkle, plunging into an unnerving darkness. But amidst the chaos, behold the courageous Emily, a talented programmer, determined to defy the fear and embrace a sliver of joy. Little did she suspect that her quest for solace would unleash an astonishing whimsical adventure, one that would fill her home with not just one but three enchanting feline companions. As destiny would have it, two more mysterious feline wonders would join their ranks, accompanied by a spirited roommate who brought ...

Co-author of the best-selling Mrs. Murphy novels, Rita Mae Brown launches a new series with this first mystery featuring Baxter the wirehaired dachshund. When Baxter and his owner, Mags, leave New York for Nevada, they find themselves embroiled in a real head scratcher. First, the local water-pumping station is sabotaged. Then, a murdered man’s bones - dating back to the 1800s - are unearthed in a barn owned by Mags’ great-aunt.

A captivating exploration of climate change that uses nine different emotions to better understand the science, history, and future of our evolving planet Scientist Kate Marvel has seen the world end before, sometimes several times a day. In the computer models she uses to study climate change...

When Tabitha Clive is on the case, nothing stays hidden for long. Question: What does a jailhouse interview, a fugitive out for revenge, and a kidnapped judge have in common? Answer: Tabitha Clive! Amateur sleuth, part-time reporter, and baker extraordinaire, Tabitha Clive is back to make sure justice is served. Now that the Butler cousins are locked away, Tabitha and the good people of Kornville, Nebraska, are returning to their peaceful way of life. The Clive family won’t let their guard down while one smart and dangerous mastermind remains at large. When a well-respected judge vanishes...

A cold case reopened. A K-9 in pursuit of the truth. When a teen goes missing from the same place where her own foster sister disappeared, K-9 handler Brynne Taylor is on the case…until she’s caught in a lethal trap. Someone doesn’t want her or her Saint Bernard, Fergie, snooping around...

An illuminating account of a lone wolf journeying across the Alps into Italy, and what the resurgence of wolves says about our connection to nature, immigration, and one another—from an award-winning journalist. “Lone Wolf is a deeply fascinating story, grippingly told.”—Robert...

A charming inn. A coastal town full of secrets. And a fundraiser that ends in murder. After walking away from the spin cycle of big-city PR, Paisley Penrose is ready for porch breezes and helping Aunt Dottie run the Sandlin Inn. But when the stage collapses at the town’s lighthouse fundraiser, killing the not-so-beloved Harold Cline, Paisley’s instincts kick in. The building materials were tampered with. The program was swapped at the last minute. And the money trail leads nowhere good. When a member of her new circle of friends becomes a suspect, Paisley and her loyal Labradoodle, ...

“Yep, and we all do crazy things for the woman we love.” The Living River Ranch has served thousands of visitors throughout its many years of operation through the love and commitment of Margaret, Matthew, and their families. It is time to expand the ranch toward a higher calling, answering the need to support the next generation of youth with many new life challenges. This second ranch is located in Northern Michigan on an abandoned, century-owned farm. The eight-bedroom main farmhouse and barn need significant work to provide a place for healing for many new clients. This new business...

A witness in peril. A K-9 protector. A fight for survival. After witnessing her best friend’s murder, Kristina Ashbaugh-Richards and her search and rescue dog, Bella, find themselves targeted by the killer. Kris can identify the criminal—and she’s exactly what he looks for in his victims...

This is the second in a series of stories featuring game warden Randy Waters. Trinidad, Colorado is the setting where game poachers kill many animals, take certain body parts, and then leave the carcass to rot. Randy is determined to stop the killing, but his first encounter with the poachers almost leaves him dead. He captures one of the men after a gun battle but the other escapes into the mountains.Winter blankets the land and the second poacher has disappeared. Some clues lead Randy and a sheriff to a summer mountaintop retreat in which the poacher has been hiding for months. Randy has ...

When you look for the truth, there’s no telling what you’ll find… Brand Stafford has long felt he didn’t quite fit in with his siblings. Now he has the DNA evidence to prove his real father is the Staffords’ ranching rival, Holden McKenna. That secret does more than complicate his...

Introducing an unofficial Minecraft-fan adventure series inspired by the bestselling game! Fans of the bestselling video game Minecraft, middle grade readers, and action-adventure story enthusiasts of all ages are about to embark on an exciting journey that will take them far beyond the world...

A small-town celebration, a scandalous ex-client, and a seaside secret that refuses to stay buried. Former PR pro Paisley Penrose thought she’d left crisis behind—until a disgraced former client turns up dead near the marina with his rented boat nowhere to be found. Now officially advising the investigation, Paisley, with the help of her miniature Labradoodle Noodle, must navigate small-town whispers and big-city lies. But she’s not the only one chasing the truth. Rumors of hidden treasure have half the coast in a frenzy. Suspects abound: the victim’s bitter ex-wife, Sabrina, left ...

“A gorgeous journey…You will be glad you’ve joined her.” —Susan Orlean, author of On Animals and The Library Book In this lyrical memoir of motherhood, love, and resilience that “captures rarely observed natural places” (San Francisco Chronicle) a woman and her toddler son follow...

Scientists have long counseled against interpreting animal behavior in terms of human emotions, warning that such anthropomorphizing limits our ability to understand animals as they really are. Yet what are we to make of a female gorilla in a German zoo who spent days mourning the death of her baby? Or a wild female elephant who cared for a younger one after she was injured by a rambunctious teenage male?

Cozy Mysteries Full of Heart, Fur, and Faith Join Susie, the white cat, on her latest adventure in Book 10 of Emily's Cat Cozy Mysteries series. When Susie befriends a mysterious lizard, a chain of events is set in motion that will test the bonds of friendship and family. As Emily faces challenges at work and home, she relies on the support of her friends and loved ones to navigate the twists and turns of life. With themes of loyalty, resilience, and compassion, this heartwarming tale will keep you captivated from start to finish. Get your copy of Susie and the Lizard: He Makes Wrongs Right...

Cozy Mysteries Full of Heart, Fur, and Faith Get ready to be whisked away on a delightful, cozy mystery adventure with "Robbie and the Hummingbird." Join Robbie, the charming black cat, as he teams up with an unexpected ally, a clever hummingbird, to unravel a mysterious murder. With romance blooming and relationships flourishing, this heartwarming tale will captivate readers from beginning to end. Join the feline detective and his feathered companion as they help deputies in a tale of friendship, romance, and intrigue.

Max I made a deal with the devil and becoming a bear and hunting human victims is the price I pay for being a rich lawyer. To assuage my guilt for defending the scum of the earth, I also sate my bear's hunger on bad men. But I never went after my own clients. Not until her. Sarah He was the hot, muscular, smarmy lawyer who got my dangerous stalker off without so much as a warning. I hated him as much as I wanted him, until a massive grizzly bear stopped my stalker from murdering me. Now all that's left is confusion…and lust.