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We March at Midnight is award-winning author Ray McPadden’s chronicle of his experience as a highly decorated Ranger officer leading some of the most dangerous missions during the height of the Iraq and Afghan wars. In 2005, Ray joined the army in search of what he calls “the moment” - a chance to prove to himself and his brothers in arms that he is a true leader. His job is to establish the first outpost in the Korengal, Afghanistan’s deadliest valley, and his decisions and mistakes will have a permanent impact on the men he commands.

In May 1940, Nazi Germany was master of continental Europe. The only European power still standing was Great Britain - and the all-conquering German armed forces stood poised to cross the Channel. Following the destruction of the RAF fighter forces, the sweeping of the Channel of mines, and the wearing down of the Royal Naval defenders, two German army groups were set to storm the beaches of southern England.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize--a powerful love story set against the backdrop of the Civil War, from the author of The Secret Chord. From Louisa May Alcott's beloved classic Little Women, Geraldine Brooks has animated the character of the absent father, March, and crafted a story "filled with the...

Porchlight’s Best Leadership & Strategy Book of The Year An inspiring memoir from the CEO of DICK’s Sporting Goods that is “not only entertaining but will be of great value to any entrepreneur” (Phil Knight, New York Times bestselling author of Shoe Dog). It’s How We Play the Game...

A New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller! Sunnie Reads’ Inaugural Book Club Pick—Sunnie Select! Four starred reviews! Beth March’s sisters will stop at nothing to track down her killer—until they begin to suspect each other—in this “brilliantly snappy…electrifying” (Publishers...

Gen. Robert E. Lee began moving part of his Army of Northern Virginia from the Old Dominion toward Pennsylvania on June 3, 1863. Lee believed his army needed to win a major victory on Northern soil if the South was to have a chance at winning the war. Transferring the fighting out of war-torn Virginia would allow the state time to heal while he supplied his army from untapped farms and stores in Maryland and the Keystone State. Lee had also convinced Pres. Jefferson Davis that his offensive would interfere with the Union effort to take Vicksburg in Mississippi. 

"We Volunteered." is the story of Carl Robert Ruse, suvivor of the Bataan Death March, and a prisoner of the Japanese Imperial Army through the end of World War II. As a POW, he endured horrific conditions at prison camps such as Camp O'Donnell, Cabanatuan, and Davao Penal Colony. He also survived two months of time in the hold of a crowded Japanese "Hell Ship" for a two-month voyage to Japan where he was forced to work in the Japanese industrial city of Yokkaichi until the end of the war. At the time of his liberation, he weighed eighty pounds.

Discover Where Magic, Learning, and Adventure Meet in This Enchanting St. Patrick's Day Story! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most thrilling adventure yet in The Emerald Portal Mystery, book #[number] in the beloved What Shall We Do Today? series—perfect for young readers ages 6-9 who love magical adventures with heart. What Parents and Teachers Love: ✓ Engaging chapter book that builds reading confidence ✓ Positive role models who solve problems through teamwork ✓ Educational content woven seamlessly into adventure ✓ Teaches courage, kindness, wonder, and resilience ✓ ...

Perfect for children ages 6-9 Ideal for spring reading, character education & multicultural learning A Magical Spring Adventure Teaching Community, Diversity & Connection When a whirlpool of autumn leaves appears on the front steps in early spring, Imani, Tommy, and Maya know another adventure is calling. But this time, something extraordinary is happening: twenty different celebrations are converging on a single day—the Spring Equinox—and the balance of the seasons hangs in the balance. Armed with a glowing medallion, a weathered compass, and a magical book, the three friends step ...

General Robert E. Lee's movement north shifted the war out of the central counties of the Old Dominion into the Shenandoah Valley, across the Potomac, and beyond. The first installment carried the armies through the defining clash at Battle of Brandy Station, after which Lee pushed his corps into the Shenandoah Valley and achieved victory at Second Winchester. Major General Joseph Hooker used his cavalry to probe the mountain gaps, triggering a series of consequential mounted actions. 

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a Magical Adventure About Kindness, Courage, and Helping Others! When Tommy's compass starts talking and Imani's medallion begins to float, the three friends know they're in for an extraordinary day. But this adventure is unlike any they've experienced before—they're called to complete ten magical challenges, each one teaching them a different way to be a helper in the world. Perfect for young readers ages 6-9 who love magical adventures with heart and purpose! In "The Helpers' Challenge," children will discover: ✓ The power of kindness and compassion ...

In 1864, after Union general William Tecumseh Sherman burned Atlanta, he marched his sixty thousand troops east through Georgia to the sea, and then up into the Carolinas. The army fought off Confederate forces and lived off the land, pillaging the Southern plantations, taking cattle and crops...

A Magical Adventure Teaching Children About Health, Dignity, Unity, and Self-Worth When a giant cheesesteak sandwich rolls down the street and explodes into seven glowing treasures, Imani, Tommy, and Maya know they're in for an extraordinary adventure. But this isn't just any magical journey—it's a quest that will teach them the most important lessons of all. Perfect for readers ages 6-9, "The Treasure Seekers' Test" combines fantasy adventure with powerful life lessons about: ✓ Health awareness and caring for our communities ✓ Recognizing every person's inherent dignity and worth ✓...

An acclaimed expert illuminates the distinctive role that white women play in perpetuating racism, and how they can work to fight it In a nation deeply divided by race, the “Karens” of the world are easy to villainize. But in Nice White Ladies, Jessie Daniels addresses the unintended...

When breakfast starts solving math problems, three young friends know they're in for an extraordinary adventure! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya as they're whisked away to the magical Culinary Calculation Castle, where cooking and mathematics blend into one spectacular celebration. Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this enchanting story transforms learning into an unforgettable journey. What makes this book special: Math Meets Magic – Children learn multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, patterns, and proportions while solving kitchen challenges Active Problem-Solving – Young ...

When a sidewalk erupts with magical waterfalls, three young friends dive into their most mysterious adventure yet! Imani, Tommy, and Maya discover an enchanted underwater kingdom where a mermaid has lost her voice, frozen waterfalls have stopped flowing, and an entire city's protection depends on finding eight magical piano keys. Racing against time, the trio must solve riddles, see through illusions, and prove their courage to save the kingdom before its magical barriers fail completely. Perfect for independent readers ages 6-9 who love: Magical adventures with real-world learning Strong, ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a Magical Mystery Adventure Perfect for Young Readers Ages 6-9! When a mysterious shadow appears on their favorite front steps, three friends discover that an ordinary day can transform into an extraordinary adventure. In The Mystery of the Growing Garden, the beloved characters from the What Shall We Do Today? series encounter legendary film director Alfred Hitchcock and must solve a magical mystery to save a community garden from chaos. A Perfect Blend of Mystery, Magic, and Meaningful Values This engaging chapter book combines the excitement of fantasy ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most magical adventure yet as they race to save a kingdom by solving twelve interconnected challenges! When Tommy's compass starts spinning wildly and mysterious reverse rain begins falling upward, the three friends know another magical adventure is calling. But this time, they face their biggest quest yet: restoring Queen Aquaria's broken fountain by collecting twelve scattered fragments—each one teaching a vital lesson about making the world a better place. From the Waterfall of Wisdom where they learn about water conservation, to the Library of ...

An audiobook for the ages featuring the voices of Women's March Organizers, as well as Ashley Judd, Jia Tolentino, Cindi Leive, Kateri Akiwenzie-Damm, Sister Aisha Al-Adawiya, Melanie Campbell, Judith LeBlanc, Ai-Jen Poo, Robin Miles, January LaVoy, Thérèse Plummer, and James Fouhey. In...

Exactly one year after the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, the very first pride parade kicked off on Christopher Street with a march up New York's Sixth Avenue and into the Sheep Meadow in Central Park. They marched to demonstrate against decades of systemic discrimination, inequality, and harassment. Fifty years later, New York City was preparing for the biggest pride celebration yet when COVID-19 struck. Undeterred, the global LGBTQIA+ community transformed this special anniversary into a global virtual celebration.