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Erica Donato - Brooklyn girl, urban history grad student, and single mom - is researching the 1930s, when Brownsville was the home of the notorious organized criminals the newspapers called Murder, Inc. She quickly learns that even in rapidly changing Brooklyn, Brownsville remains much as it was. It is still poor, it is still tough, and it still breeds fighters and gangs.

It’s officially booty o’clock, I’m alone again in my kitchen choking down a slice of terrible chocolate cake…and I’m pretty sure I just got drunk texted by the man I have a ginormous crush on. I’ve been daydreaming about Eliot Hoffman’s dimples for two months, and even though I’m sure this was a mistake on his end, it doesn’t mean it’s not an opportunity on mine. It’s the middle of the night, and I just wanna talk to him. So I text him back.

An inspiring and tender coming-of-age novella about an unlikely alliance that has a far-reaching impact on the lives of those involved. Juliet Hawkins is a bright, sensitive young girl struggling to deal with many challenges including: bullying, self-image issues, a complex family life and finding her voice. She discovers an unlikely friend in Mr. Rossini, a widower and retired businessman earning extra money as a school janitor. After a lifetime of taking care of others he no longer feels needed, until he meets Juliet. However, gossip and spiteful rumors threaten to destroy their innocent ...

"All three narrators are Puerto Rican–born and deliver the Spanish passages with musical grace, thereby enhancing an already fine novel." —The Washington Post “The narrators’ accents and code-shifting create a vibrant auditory experience. In particular, Guerra’s luscious voice conveys...

It’s summertime in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ian has lost his job, while his wife, Parker, thrives in her e-commerce career. Parker’s days are frenetic and full. When she’s not in Zoom meetings, she’s doom-scrolling about the virus or hanging out on Houseparty with her friends. Meanwhile, Ian claims to spend his days looking for a full-time job, but he’s mostly goofing around on Tik Tok and taking their dog, Hutch, for longer-than-necessary walks. What he really wants is to start a family, but Parker still isn’t ready.

She was sent to decide Earth's fate. She stayed for a bookseller. Clara Summers has a secret. Several, actually. By day, she’s a vet tech who’s always late. By night, she’s Lumina—the superhero lighting up New York’s skyline. But her biggest secret? She’s not just from out of town; she’s from out of this solar system. Sent as a scout to assess whether Earth is worth saving from her empire’s expansion, her report is eighteen months overdue. Why? Because somewhere between discovering pizza and falling for Emily, a charming Brooklyn bookseller, Clara stopped being a soldier and...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A New York Times Notable Book Winner of the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of A Visit from the Goon Squad comes a sweeping historical novel set in the Depression-era and wartime New York, where a young...

“A haunting meditation on the bonds between mothers and daughters. Zeldis offers a fascinating look into historic New York City and New Orleans, and her skill as a storyteller is matched by her compassion for her characters. What a beautiful read.”—Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling...

Discover the Secrets Behind the World's Most Iconic City Think you know New York City? Think again. New York City's Little Black Book 1 takes you beyond the tourist attractions and surface-level history to reveal the fascinating, often surprising stories that shaped the five boroughs into the metropolis we know today. From the geology that made Manhattan possible to the forgotten disasters that changed the city forever, author Bob Mayer—a New York Times bestselling author and Bronx native—delivers bite-sized chapters packed with intriguing facts, hidden history, and insider knowledge. ...

Break Through to Prayer That God Answers. Pastor of the Brooklyn Tabernacle Jim Cymbala unpacks the principles of faith-filled, mountain-moving prayer that can transform circumstances, change lives, and draw you closer to God than you've ever imagined. Embark on a pilgrimage of prayer with this...

Aviva Kagan was a just a teenager when she left her Hasidic Jewish life in Brooklyn for a fling with a smiling college boy from Florida-and then disappeared. Twenty-three years later, the child she walked away from is a NYC tabloid reporter named Rebekah Roberts. And Rebekah isn't sure she wants...

Nora’s whole world plummets faster than the Cyclone roller coaster when her cousin Riley falls into a coma that Nora thinks is her fault in this warm, big-hearted debut middle grade novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Doreen Cronin. Riding the Cyclone, the world famous Coney...

Brought to you by Penguin. Sloane Caraway is a liar. They are harmless lies, she tells herself, to make her own life a bit more interesting. So when she sees a child in tears in a playground one afternoon, she can't help herself – she tells the girl's (very attractive) dad she's a nurse and...

Dark secrets and hidden sorrows abound in Santa Montefiore’s spellbinding new novel set in war-torn Italy and the streets of New York. 'Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore' JOJO MOYES New York, 1979. It is Thanksgiving and Evelina has her close family and beloved friends gathered...

Dark secrets and hidden sorrows abound in Santa Montefiore’s spellbinding novel set in war-torn Italy and the streets of New York. 'Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore' JOJO MOYES ‘A wonderful story, beautifully told. I absolutely tore through it!’ KAREN SWAN New York, 1979. It...

The electric story of two sisters and an unthinkable betrayal. Mira Guhathakurta is a poetry editor at a distinguished literary magazine in New York, a dream job that has given her nearly everything she's always wanted. And then she reconnects with Jack from college—kind, funny, intelligent...

You both said it. Only one of you meant it. 'Sensuous and intoxicating' Ashley Winstead 'Atmospheric and twist-packed' Ellery Lloyd 'Suspenseful, sexy, gritty, and empowering' Marissa Stapley Ten years ago, June’s beloved husband drowned on their honeymoon. Josh’s body was never found. Now...

It’s easy to fall in love but hard to find someone that will catch you. Can Madison find a way to continue her love story with Hamilton, or will telling him about their child prove too much to bear? Madison raises Liberty on her own, beginning her new life and contemplating going back to the small-town she so longed to leave. An unexpected visit from her best friend, reveals more than she planned. Madison now must find a way to keep the secret she desperately wants to hold. Hamilton continues to thrive in Major League Baseball. Working his way through the Minor Leagues and landing in the ...

In this episode of The Liquidity Event, AJ and Shane reflect on their first-ever company retreat where AJ admits to being a sore loser, break down the surprising connection between Toys R Us and crypto, and explain why you should give your parents a secret code word to avoid AI scams. Plus, the latest on UK tax loopholes, how many streaming apps are too many, Iceland's new four-day work week, and a few surprising lessons about monetizing unused flights and hotel rooms. (00:00) Introductions (01:09) Certified pre-owned food (02:48) Are home renovations ever finished in their projected time ...

Discover the ancient wisdom of ginger, its role in enhancing digestive health, and its revered status as "the universal medicine." Dive into its historical journey from Southeast Asia to global recognition, and explore the multifaceted benefits of this powerhouse spice. Perfect for health enthusiasts and culinary explorers alike.