Ann Hood

Theres something about walking back into your past that feels like stepping into a time warpfamiliar yet completely unnerving. I was prepared for an art auction, not a reunion with Jake, the man who left my heart tangled in the pages of our unfinished story. Once upon a time, we were inseparable, but life had other plans. Now, years later, Im a successful art auctioneer, navigating bidding wars with confidence except when it comes to him. Suddenly, the world of priceless art pales in comparison to the pull of old emotions. I tell myself Ive moved on, but when Jake reappearsjust as charming and infuriating as everIm forced to confront the truth: maybe I havent. Maybe this isnt about art at all. What happens when youre offered a second shot at a love you thought was lost forever? And more importantly, am I ready to face the chaos that comes with it?

Ever feel like lifes a canvas you cant quite get right? Thats meClaire Dawson, twenty-four, art teacher, and still trying to figure out if Im creating a masterpiece or just a colorful mess. My days are filled with the chaos of paint splatters and students laughter, but somethings been missing. Then Jack Sullivan walks into my classrooma quiet, brooding mystery with eyes that seem to hold a thousand unspoken stories. Hes my most challenging student yet, and the more I get to know him, the more Im drawn into his world. As we work together on a mural for the community, I realize theres more to Jack than meets the eye. Theres a storm brewing beneath his calm exterior, and its pulling me in. But heres the thing: Im no stranger to storms myself. What happens when you combine two artists, a lot of paint, and emotions we both cant quite pin down? Well, lets just say this year is shaping up to be far more complicatedand a lot more beautifulthan I ever imagined. Can we both find a way to create something new from the chaos?

Office life can be a grindunless youre me. My names Olivia, and between tackling spreadsheets and negotiating project deadlines, Ive found myself in the middle of an unexpected, increasingly ridiculous prank war with my most infuriatingly charming colleague, Ben. Hes got that effortless charisma and a grin that says, "Im trouble, but youll love every second of it." But this isnt just about silly pranks and balloon-filled cubiclestheres something deeper lurking beneath the banter. The problem? Were competing for the same promotion, and every playful move feels like raising the stakes in a game Im not sure I can win. Can I keep my head in the game while navigating the office drama, a growing connection with my rival, and a career-defining opportunity? Or is the real risk not in losing the promotion, but in falling for the one person who knows how to push all my buttonsboth good and bad? Stay tuned. Its about to get interesting.

Have you ever felt like youre standing on the edge of your life, watching it unravel, and not knowing if you have the courage to step forward? Thats meAva. After a painful breakup and a string of disappointments, Ive returned to my sleepy hometown of Silver Creek to escape the chaos and, hopefully, rediscover myself. What I didnt expect was to find solace in the glowing warmth of a glassblowing studio, or to meet Eliasa brooding artist whose mysterious past mirrors my own hidden scars. With every piece of molten glass we shape together, Im learning that creation and destruction are two sides of the same coin. But just when I think Im finally healing, old ghosts come knocking, threatening to shatter the fragile balance Ive built. Can I trust Elias, and myself, to embrace the beauty in the broken pieces, or will my fears pull me back into the darkness Ive been trying to escape? The flames are hot, the stakes are high, and sometimes, the most breathtaking art comes from the deepest cracks.

You ever think youre heading toward a fresh start, only to find the past waiting at the doorstep? Thats exactly where I found myself, pulling up to a snow-covered cabin in the middle of Colorado, my heart a mix of excitement and nerves. I came here to escape, to leave behind the ghost of my ex-fiance Derek. But, of course, nothings ever that simple, right? Especially when his best friend, Lukethe one with the quiet intensity and maddening ability to get under my skinis waiting for me. Lets just say the tension between us is thicker than the Colorado snow. And then, just when I think Im getting the hang of starting over, Derek shows up, throwing everything I thought I knew into chaos. Now, Im torn between the past I thought Id escaped and the new life waiting just beyond the door. What would you do if the man who broke your heart stood before you, and the one whos always been there is closer than ever? This cabin getaway was supposed to be my way of moving forwardbut now, Im not so sure Im ready to let go. Lets see if I can figure out what happens nextor if Ill get lost in the storm.

Facing off with Marcus Hale wasnt exactly on my to-do list, but here we are. Im Bella Carter, lawyer extraordinaire with a reputation for taking on corporate titans andmore often than notwinning. But Marcus? Hes different. Equal parts infuriating and magnetic, our boardroom clashes feel like a dangerous game of chess where every move gets more personal. Then theres Vera, his ice-cold ex, stirring the pot and reminding me that this isnt just about businessits about survival. Navigating corporate politics is tough enough without all the tension, but as the stakes rise, Im starting to wonder if theres more on the line than my career. Am I ready to risk it all for a shot at something beyond the office drama? Or will this game prove too costly to play?

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Gilmore Girls hit our screens in 2000 and has been our autumn obsession ever since. Theres a reason that Vogue calls itthe quintessential autumn girl show and that, years later, were still head over heels with Stars Hollow.Fast-talking, warm-hearted, and endlessly rewatchable, Gilmore Girls has bonded real-life mothers and daughters since 2000, when its iconic pilot introduced us to Lorelai, Rory, and their idyllic town of Stars Hollow. More than twenty years later, it has become one of the most-streamed TV shows, ever.In an anthology as intimate and quick-witted as Gilmore Girls itself, bestselling author Ann Hood invites fifteen writers to investigate their personal relationships to the show. (Its a show? Its a lifestyle. Its a religion.) Joanna Rakoff considers how Emily Gilmore helped her understand her own mother; Freya North connects with her son through the show; Nina de Gramont offers a comic ode to the unreality of Stars Hollow, Yassmin Abdel-Magied writes about why being a daughter is a permanent state. For anyone who identifies as Team Logan, Team Jess, or even Team Dean, Lifes Short, Talk Fast reveals what Gilmore Girls tells us about ourselves - and why it matters.This autumn, get cosy and curl up with Lifes Short, Talk Fast, where fifteen leading writers explore what Gilmore Girls means to them in this delightful celebration of a contemporary TV classic.

Según una creencia oriental milenaria, desde nuestro nacimiento un hilo rojo nos conecta con aquellas personas destinadas a ser importantes en nuestra vida. Para seguir esos hilos que unen seis familias americanas con bebes de China en busca de familia, Maya Lange funda la agencia de adopcion The Red Thread. Su labor ayudara a las familias a encontrarse, y tambien la ayudara a reflexionar sobre su pasado y sus miedos.

A heartwarming picture book about a beloved stuffed pig named Piggy, his human companion, and their friendship.Piggy and his human have been inseparable since his human was a baby. As best friends, they do everything together: from sleeping to eating to playing. But as the years go by, and many washing machine baths later, Piggy goes from a plump, perky, and pink plush toy to a well-beloved, worn-in treasure.From bestselling author Ann Hood and illustrated by Anna Quaranta, this charming picture book celebrates the everlasting friendship between human and stuffed animal.

Ann Hoods delightful (NYT) historical series continues with one of Americas great female heroes! Great-Uncle Thorne sends Maisie, Felix, and the Ziff twins on a dangerous trip back in time through The Treasure Chest and into the Congo to find Amy Pickworth, Thornes missing aunt. When Maisie and Felix get separated from the twins, they use the magic of The Treasure Chest and find themselves in early twentieth-century Kansas with a young girl named Amelia Earhart.Every Treasure Chest book features a biography of the featured historical figure along with Anns Favorite Facts from her research!

The New York Times calls Ann Hoods thrilling The Treasure Chest series "delightful!" In book five, Felix and Maisie re-enter The Treasure Chest and suddenly find themselves in the midst of a Lakota village. While exploring they meet a young man, soon to be known as Crazy Horse--and embark on an adventure that includes fascinating vision quests and exciting battles.

New York Times best-selling author Ann Hood pens a poignant story of grief and resilience, perfect for readers of The Thing About Jellyfish."A testament to the power of human connection. Jack Cheng, award-winning author of See You in the CosmosKatie was Judes favorite person in the world. And not many brothers say that about their sister and mean it. But to Jude, Katie was everything--the person who made him learn how to say "I love you" in every language, who performed dramatic readings of Romeo and Juliet, who obsessed over every item on the diner menu looking for the most authentic diner meal. The one who called him "Jude Banks, Superhero," because to her, Jude was the best. She was also the person who died. Out of nowhere, and without a goodbye. And Jude believes he was the one who killed her. Now, twelve-year-old Jude must figure out what life looks like without his favorite person. With Mom checked out, and Dad just trying to do his best, Jude enters a world of grief youth groups and dropped-off lasagnas. Its only when he meets a girl named Clementine, who also lost a sibling, that he begins to imagine a world where maybe things might be okay. But Clementine is also feeling a terrible guilt, and even though Katie called Jude a "superhero," he isnt sure he can save her. In her signature prose, Hood crafts an extraordinary story of grief and resilience, asking the important question: How does a family begin to heal? Praise for Jude Banks, Superhero:"Hood is brilliant at showing the ordinary moments of a familys heartbreak There are many readers who are navigating guilt and sorrow right now for them, this book is a must. And for those lucky enough to take the journey only in their imaginations, this is a story of resilience in the face of devastating pain.New York Times Book Review "A tender story of grief and joy... a remarkable read."School Library Connection (Starred Review) "Hoods careful gardening of emotions makes this a striking read... Fans of Ali Benjamins The Thing about Jellyfish will appreciate Judes search for meaning and reason as he learns to live around the hole his sister has left."Booklist (Starred Review) Ann Hood tells Judes story of grief without coating it in too much sugar; its real, and therein lies its power. Jude Banks is a mirror for anyone whos experienced loss, and a testament to the power of human connection.Jack Cheng, award-winning author of See You in the Cosmos "Jude Banks is warm and inviting, even as it balances the difficult topics of loss and healinga powerful and compelling story for anyone who has known loss."Rex Ogle, award winning author of Free Lunch

While exploring The Treasure Chest, Felix and Maisie are transported to a Massachusetts farm in 1836. Disappointed that they have not landed in their beloved New York City, they wonder why they were brought to Massachusetts to meet a young girl named Clara Barton. Perhaps Clara has a message for the twins? Or maybe they have one for her?

Now that the twins have begun to settle into their new lives at Elm Medona, they delve deeper into The Treasure Chest and uncover more about the Pickworth family, including the disappearance of their great-uncle Thorne and the theft of priceless family artifacts.In this adventure, The Treasure Chest transports Felix and Maisie to tropical St. Croix in 1772. There they meet a young man named Alexander Hamilton who is about to embark on a journey to New York. Felix and Maisie arent sure why The Treasure Chest has brought them to meet Alexander, but they are determined to not let him out of their sights . . .even if that means stowing away on the very ship he is sailing off on!

The secrets of Elm Medona thicken . . . with Harry Houdini! When Great-Uncle Thorne arrives at Elm Medona, Maisie and Felixs lives get shaken up again. Uncle Thorne moves the family into the mansion proper. One night, Great-Aunt Maisie arranges for Thorne, Maisie, and Felix to rendezvous with her in The Treasure Chest. Minutes later, Maisie and Felix find themselves at a magic show on Coney Island in 1894 starring Harry Houdini. As they follow him and his brother Dash to Pennsylvania and Rhode Island and back to New York City, they wonder what has become of Great-Aunt Maisie and Great-Uncle Thorne. Then one evening at Tom Pastors Famous 14th Street Theater, the curtain opens and all is revealed.

New York Times best-selling author Ann Hood pens a poignant story of grief and adolescent despair in this follow-up to Jude Banks, Superhero.Meet Clementine. Shes quippy, sarcastic, and dramatic. And the overwhelming guilt of her sisters death weighs on her so heavily that she no longer feels like living. As Clementine and her mother attempt to continue their lives after Halleys death, the world around them changes. Clementines best friend now feels like a stranger. Her new school is full of spoiled, carefree kids. She kisses boys just to feel something. She tries to live in the moment. But ultimately, Clementine feels trapped in a snow globe: the real world is out there, while shes stuck in a world where tears like gallons fall all around her. In her signature lyrical prose, Hood crafts an extraordinary story of grief and guilt, asking the important question: How can you find the will to live again in the face of overwhelming despair? Praise for Jude Banks, Superhero:"Hood is brilliant at showing the ordinary moments of a familys heartbreak There are many readers who are navigating guilt and sorrow right now for them, this book is a must. And for those lucky enough to take the journey only in their imaginations, this is a story of resilience in the face of devastating pain.New York Times Book Review "A tender story of grief and joy... a remarkable read."School Library Connection (Starred Review) "Hoods careful gardening of emotions makes this a striking read... Fans of Ali Benjamins The Thing about Jellyfish will appreciate Judes search for meaning and reason as he learns to live around the hole his sister has left."Booklist (Starred Review) Ann Hood tells Judes story of grief without coating it in too much sugar; its real, and therein lies its power. Jude Banks is a mirror for anyone whos experienced loss, and a testament to the power of human connection.Jack Cheng, award-winning author of See You in the Cosmos "Jude Banks is warm and inviting, even as it balances the difficult topics of loss and healinga powerful and compelling story for anyone who has known loss."Rex Ogle, award winning author of Free Lunch

Travel back in time to Renaissance Italy with the Robbins twins! In book nine of The Treasure Chest, Maisie and Felix continue to learn the magic of Elm Medona and the Pickworth family history. In the latest adventure, the twins travel to fifteenth- century Italy and meet a young Leonardo da Vinci.Every Treasure Chest book features a biography of the featured historical figure along with Anns Favorite Facts from her research!

"Filled with love, hope, and longing, this is a novel for readers of all ages." - Holly Goldberg SloanBestselling author Ann Hood crafts a funny, heartfelt story of a girl growing up in the heart of Beatlemania.The year is 1966. The Vietnam War rages overseas, the Beatles have catapulted into stardom, and twelve-year-old Rhode Island native Trudy Mixer is not thrilled with life. Her best friend, Michelle, has decided to become a cheerleader, everyone at school is now calling her Gertrude (her hated real name), and the gem of her middle school career, the Beatles fan club, has dwindled down to only three other members--the least popular kids at school. And at home, her workaholic father has become even more distant.Determined to regain her social status and prove herself to her father, Trudy looks toward the biggest thing happening worldwide: the Beatles. She is set on seeing them in Boston during their final world tour--and meeting her beloved Paul McCartney. So on a hot August day, unknown to their families, Trudy and crew set off on their journey, each of them with soaring hopes for what lies ahead.In her signature prose, Hood crafts an extraordinary story of growing up, making unexpected connections, and following your dreams even as the world in front of you--and the world at large--is changing too fast.

Ann Hoods historical fantasy series comes to a thrilling end with a trip to early 20th century Russia!In the final book of the Treasure Chest, Maisie and Felix find themselves in Russia with the Romanov family. This epic series is full of time travel and mystery that piques readers interests, delights teachers and librarians, and celebrates some of the great historical figures of the past.Every Treasure Chest book features a biography of the featured historical figure along with Anns Favorite Facts from her research!