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12-year-old Aidan Errolson, comes from a long line of adventurers. His grandparents were among the first settlers of Corenwald's Eastern Frontier. His father had been one of the kingdom's greatest warriors. Aidan, on the other hand, lives the quiet, comfortable life, of a nobleman's son. He never has any real adventures, and that, he believes, is the one great injustice of his otherwise happy life. All that will change the day he first hears the bark of the bog owl, and meets Dobro Turtlebane.

Much of the advice we ve been told about achievement is logical, earnest and downright wrong. In Barking Up the Wrong Tree, Eric Barker reveals the extraordinary science behind what actually determines success and most importantly, how anyone can achieve it. You ll learn: Why...

In these eight masterful stories, Lorrie Moore, in a perfect blend of craft and bewitched spirit, explores the passage of time and summons up its inevitable sorrows and hilarious pitfalls to reveal her own exquisite, singular wisdom...Gimlet-eyed social observation, the public and private absurdities of American life, dramatic irony, and enduring half-cracked love wend their way through each of these narratives in a heartrending mash-up of the tragic and the laugh-out-loud - the hallmark of Lorrie Moore - land.

How do you spell trouble? R-A-M-B-O. After a brilliant use of the Syruptishus Loaderation maneuver, Hank the Cowdog wins himself a free ride into town. But when the ticket turns out to be one-way, the trouble begins for the head of ranch security.

It seems that Hank's beloved sister and her children are the target of malicious threats from the neighborhood bully, a Great Dane named Rambo.

When Chet the dog, “the most lovable narrator in all of crime fiction” (Boston Globe), and his human partner, PI Bernie Little, are approached by a down-and-out older man with a cardboard sign at an exit ramp, Bernie is shocked to discover the man is a former teammate from his high school baseball team. Chet and Bernie take Rocket out for a good meal, and later, Bernie investigates Rocket’s past, trying to figure out what exactly went wrong.

Reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter helps a desperate sister investigate the widely publicized murder of a gubernatorial candidate in Bark Humbug, the latest Christmas mystery in David Rosenfelt's bestselling series. This time, Andy is serious about retiring. Besides, he can't hear the sound of his...

It's Halloween in Cider Cove! And the monsters seem to hiding in plain sight. These talking pets solve crimes! An innkeeper who reads minds. A cozy lending library. An ornery detective. Talking pets and a trail of bodies. Cider Cove is the premier destination for murder. COZY MYSTERY *Includes RECIPE My name is Bizzy Baker, and I can read minds—not every mind, not every time but most of the time and believe me when I say it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. A laugh out loud cozy mystery by New York Times, USA TODAY, & Wall Street Journal bestseller Addison Moore and her partner in cozy...

Now a mini-series on National Geographic! A Washington Post Best Book of the Year & a New York Times Notable Book From the Pulitzer Prize–­­winning author of The Shipping News and “Brokeback Mountain” comes the New York Times bestselling epic about the demise of the world’s forests...

In a world where Super-Normals are more common and super villain threats to society more extreme, Joshua Henderson faces a new reality when he is transformed by a greedy scientist into a half-dog, half-man creature with super powers, taking not only his humanity, but his past memories, as well. With only tiny shreds of his memory intact and his speech reduced to the mere gibberish of barking, Joshua takes refuge with the other Super-Normals of the United Corps of Heroes.

Best in show. Worst in character. Dead by morning. Maggie Fontaine didn't plan on solving a murder. She planned on baking dog treats, hiding from her past, and pretending everything was fine. But when a champion handler drops dead at Savannah's most prestigious dog show, poisoned by a product that should have been hers, she's suddenly suspect number one. With a by-the-book detective who doesn't trust her, a charming bachelor who might be too good to be true, and a rescue mutt whose nose is sharper than any forensic lab, Maggie must clear her name before the real killer makes her next batch ...

Successful training needs adaptability, attentive observation, and a readiness to adjust tactics. The emphasis should be less on adhering to rigorous procedures and more on cultivating an instinctual grasp of the individual dog's behavior. Furthermore, the commitment of time is a key part. Puppies gain from regular daily interaction to reinforce what they have learned. In general, short, frequent training sessions are more advantageous than long, taxing ones. When learning is integrated into daily activities instead of being limited to structure training sessions, it happens at its best.

"Listening to Grover Gardner narrating a David Rosenfelt novel is like sliding into favorite slippers at the end of a long day: One feels the joyful gratification of a perfect fit." — AudioFile The next audiobook in David Rosenfelt’s witty, heartfelt mystery series featuring lawyer Andy...

Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol become dinosaur wranglers when some dinosaurs get loose in Adventure Bay!

What can a dog park teach us about friendship, belonging, and kindness? When Piper visits the Bark Park, she discovers a whole new world filled with new friends, big personalities, and important lessons. At first, everything feels uncertain. Dogs bark at newcomers, guard their favorite toys, and test each other’s boundaries. But as Piper watches closely, she begins to understand something remarkable. The dogs always find their way. They forgive quickly. They welcome others into their community. They share space. They learn to trust. Through Piper’s eyes, young readers discover gentle, ...

A lonely, discouraged woman is beckoned to a small town to care for her dying, despicable father. At the same time, the town is reeling from the first murder in a hundred years, devastating their peaceful community. In this inspiring story of redemption, a pack of wild dogs of an ancient and rare breed bring about healing, and a surprising solution to the murder mystery. A book for dog lovers, God lovers, and mystery lovers alike, with a hint of romance for everyone else. (Cover design courtesy of Lia London)

If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you. 

Bark Twice for Murder When the prestigious National Dog Show rolls into Turtle Cove, The Willowrose Inn is packed with champion canines and their competitive owners. But the excitement turns deadly when Victor Vance, a ruthless trainer with a talent for blackmail, is found lifeless outside the grooming tent— an apparent accident, according to the authorities. But Lily and Grace Garrison aren’t convinced. With their beagle, Rocky—an expert in sniffing out trouble— leading the way, the sisters dig into a tangled web of rivalries, grudges, and showbiz secrets. From feuding handlers to ...

Welcome to the Barkley Marathons, a fever dream of an ultra event, inspired by a prison break, heralded by a conch blast, paid for in cigarettes and socks, and completed only by a select few. A race in which competitors haul themselves up mountains, through extreme weather conditions, beyond pain and exhaustion, mile after mile. Completed 60 miles? That’s just the fun run. In the Spell of the Barkley is a story of sporting obsession, exploring what drives individuals to challenge themselves at the limits of what is possible – and what it takes to succeed.

In the seven centuries since the death of Jelaluddin Rumi in 1273, the world has come to know and thrill to his sacred poetry. In concert with the tabla and sitar, his writing is part of a religious tradition that is believed to excite "spiritual heroism," embracing the holiness of love...

The only witness to the murder is a basset hound. Fortunately, she speaks dog. Delia Russo didn't plan on becoming a pet whisperer. But after dying for two minutes and waking up with the ability to communicate with animals, her career as a normal veterinary technician was officially over. Now she's in Pinecone Falls, Oregon, starting fresh with a quiet pet-sitting business. Then her first client's husband turns up dead in a locked room—and Winston, the sad old hound who saw everything, can't exactly give a statement to police. Good thing Delia's not the police. With help from a ...