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Tristan used to have it all, but now he's a broken shell of a man angrily lashing out at anyone who comes too close. He's fully prepared to be the monster everyone claims he is…until he meets a woman whose heart is just as shattered as his own. Together, they're no longer lost alone in the dark. Together, at last, they are free.

"VIVID AND BEAUTIFULLY EMOTIONAL." –ELLE KENNEDY, NYT BESTSELLING AUTHOR

I was warned about Tristan Cole.

"Stay away from him," people said. "He's cruel. He's cold. He's damaged."

It's easy to judge a man because of his past. To look at Tristan and see a monster. But I couldn't do that. I had to accept the wreckage that lived inside of him because it also lived inside of me.

We were both empty. We were both looking for something else. Something more. We both wanted to put together the shattered pieces of our yesterdays.

Then perhaps we could finally remember how to breathe.

Consistently topping BOOKTOK's "Books That Make You Ugly Cry" lists, The Air He Breathes brings the angst, the spice, and the beautifully painful longing…

“You must be our new neighbors!” Mrs. Lowell gushes and waves across the picket fence. I clutch my daughter’s hand and smile back: but the second Mrs. Lowell sees my husband a strange expression crosses her face. In that moment I make a promise. We finally have a family home. My past is far, far behind us. And I’ll do anything to keep it that way…

I used to clean other people’s houses—now, I can’t believe this home is actually mine. The charming kitchen, the quiet cul-de-sac, the huge yard where my kids can play. My husband and I saved for years to give our children the life they deserve.

Even though I’m wary of our new neighbor Mrs. Lowell, when she invites us over for dinner it’s our chance to make friends. Her maid opens the door wearing a white apron, her hair in a tight bun. I know exactly what it’s like to be in her shoes. But her cold stare gives me chills…

The Lowells’ maid isn’t the only strange thing on our street. I’m sure I see a shadowy figure watching us. My husband leaves the house late at night. And when I meet a woman who lives across the way, her words chill me to the bone: Be careful of your neighbors.

Did I make a terrible mistake moving my family here?

I thought I’d left my darkest secrets behind. But could this quiet suburban street be the most dangerous place of all?

From New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Freida McFadden comes the next installment of the unbelievably twisty, tension-packed and globally bestselling Housemaid series. This book can be enjoyed as a standalone read: and once you start, it will have you up all night racing through the pages until the final explosive twist.

From New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the first in an icy-hot duology following two friends and the boys who complicate everything for them.

"No one could replace me in his life. I knew that. I was the friend who knew everything about him and whom he trusted above everyone else.

I was Kyler's best friend.

And because of that, he would never love me the way I loved him."

For twenty-one-year-old Sydney Bell, being in love with Kyler isn't anything new. They've been best friends ever since he pushed her down on the playground and she made him eat a mud pie. Somewhere over the years, she fell for him and fell hard. The problem? He's never stayed with a girl for longer than a few nights, and with it being their last year of college, Sydney won't risk their friendship by declaring her feelings.

Meanwhile, Kyler has always put Sydney on a pedestal too high to reach. To him, she's everything. But he's hidden away his feelings, drowning them in other girls instead. After all, Kyler will always be the poor boy from the wrong side of tracks, and Syd will always be the best thing he can never have.

But when they're stranded together at a posh ski resort after a massive snowstorm, there's nothing stopping their red-hot feelings from finally coming to the surface. Can their friendship survive the attraction? Better yet, can they survive at all? Because as the snow falls, someone is stalking them, and this trip may be a life-changer in more ways than one.

Stefan Dalca is infuriatingly handsome. And annoyingly persistent. We’re supposed to hate each other. But apparently he didn’t get the memo, because he’s been asking me out for years.

And I always say no. Until today.

Today he has something that I desperately need. Today he’s a savior, and I’m his prize.

Our time together starts out as a simple transaction. Three dates. No touching. No telling anyone. And definitely no falling in love.

But with every intimate conversation, and each stolen glance, the tension between us builds.

The way he looks at me gives me butterflies. And when he finally touches me? We sizzle.

Stefan makes me feel seen in a way no other person has before. He cherishes my words as passionately as my body.

He makes me laugh. He makes me blush. He calls me kitten.

He’s not the villain he’s been made out to be.

And suddenly I find myself longing for him in a way the people closest to me wouldn’t approve of or understand.

Giving in to Stefan Dalca is playing with fire.

But with him I don’t even mind the heat.

A new, twisting thriller from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Teacher and The Housemaid!

She's looking for the perfect man. He's looking for the perfect victim.

Sydney Shaw, like every single woman in New York, has terrible luck with dating. She's seen it all: men who lie in their dating profile, men who stick her with the dinner bill, and worst of all, men who can't shut up about their mothers. But finally, she hits the jackpot.

Her new boyfriend is utterly perfect. He's charming, handsome, and works as a doctor at a local hospital. Sydney is swept off her feet.

Then the brutal murder of a young woman―the latest in a string of deaths across the coast―confounds police. The primary suspect? A mystery man who dates his victims before he kills them. 

Sydney should feel safe. After all, she is dating the guy of her dreams. But she can't shake her own suspicions that the perfect man may not be as perfect as he seems. Because someone is watching her every move, and if she doesn't get to the truth, she'll be the killer's next victim...

A dark story about obsession and the things we'll do for love, #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden proves that crimes of passion are often the bloodiest…

He's never had a problem keeping things professional with his employees…until she waltzed onto his property.

Vaughn Harding heads from the city to small-town Ruby Creek, intent on revitalizing his family's ranch and the scandal attached to its name in the wake of his grandfather's unexpected passing. He needs a win, and when he hires Billie Black to train his best but most stubborn racehorse, he hopes she can deliver.

Billie is talented. Whip-smart. Sassy. And so damn tempting. She and Vaughn clash from the moment they meet, but he can't stop thinking about her. And in a small town, on an even smaller farm, it's hard to keep their distance. Even harder to keep their friction from turning into fire.

With every smart-mouthed comment, every game they play, Vaughn ends up wanting more. Her lips. Her trust. Her heart. Billie Black is the whole package, and possibly the only one who can save Vaughn's business―and him.

Vaughn wants it all. But at what cost?

Because for the first time, he doesn't just want to win races…he wants to win the girl.

From TikTok sensation Meagan Brandy comes the first in the heartfelt, romantic Boys of Avix series.

Her brother's best friend broke her heart, but what happens when his new teammate wants to put it back together?

Arianna Johnson has been dreaming of what college life might bring, and it's finally coming over the horizon as she and her friends plan one last beachside summer together. So much has changed over the years, but there's always been one constant. The boy her heart returns to no matter where her imagination runs: her brother's best friend, Chase.

This is the summer she'll finally tell him how she feels. That it's him. It's always been him.

Until suddenly, it isn't.

Ari's heart is in splinters when she meets star quarterback Noah Riley. His friendship is exactly what she needs after Chase's rejection, but from the start, Noah wants more. Even when their path is blurry, even when tragedy strikes, even when Ari doesn't know her own heart, Noah will fight for the feelings he knows they both have…no matter what it might cost them.

They say first love lasts forever. Ari is about to find out if that's really true.

Two childhood friends. Two broken hearts. One impromptu road trip to get away from everything. That's all this was supposed to be.

To Jasper Gervais's fans, he's the handsome, talented hockey heartthrob on TV. But to Sloane, he'll always be the lost boy with the sad eyes and a heart of gold.

The man she's loved in secret all her life.

So when her life falls apart on the day she's supposed to marry someone else, it only makes sense that he's the one to swoop in and save her. And when his world comes crashing down around him, she's there to return the favor.

But the more time they spend alone, the more Jasper isn't looking at her like a friend anymore. He isn't touching her like one, either. And after all these years, he's still everything she's ever wanted, everything she thought she could never have.

Their feelings aren't straightforward, though. They twist and turn around the pain of Jasper's past and the reality of Sloane's present.

Jasper Gervais might act like he wants her.

But after years of turning her away, he's going to need to prove it.

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of It Happened One Summer and Hook, Line, and Sinker returns with a unique, sexy rom-com about a young married couple whose rocky relationship needs a serious renovation... 

Rosie and Dominic Vega are the perfect couple: high school sweethearts, best friends, madly in love. Well, they used to be anyway. Now Rosie’s lucky to get a caveman grunt from the ex-soldier every time she walks in the door. Dom is faithful and a great provider, but the man she fell in love with ten years ago is nowhere to be found. When her girlfriends encourage Rosie to demand more out of life and pursue her dream of opening a restaurant, she decides to demand more out of love, too. Three words: marriage boot camp. 

Never in a million years did Rosie believe her stoic, too-manly-to-emote husband would actually agree to relationship rehab with a weed-smoking hippie. Dom talking about feelings? Sitting on pillows? Communing with nature? Learning love languages? Nope. But to her surprise, he’s all in, and it forces her to admit her own role in their cracked foundation. As they complete one ridiculous—yet surprisingly helpful—assignment after another, their remodeled relationship gets stronger than ever. Except just as they’re getting back on track, Rosie discovers Dom has a secret... and it could demolish everything.

“Her voice feels as fresh and contemporary as a Netflix rom-com.” —Entertainment Weekly

*Named one of the Best Romances of 2020 by Insider and Oprah Magazine + Marie Claire's Best New Books of 2020*

BOOK AND PLUSH SOLD SEPARATELY 

Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers’s books feature a set of creative crayons in a world of their own, full of ideas and demands. These plush crayons are kid favorites; perfect for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit and its sequel, The Day the Crayons Came Home, hilarious tales of rebellious crayons. Over 400 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller List! 

Do you have a self-care action plan? Does your self-care routine need improvement? Equip yourself with the strategies and inspiration to take care of yourself--body, mind, and soul--with this 52-week guided journal.

The Weekly Self-Care Project offers thoughtful reflection prompts, inviting questions, beautiful watercolors, and stunning photography to guide you toward a deep contentment no matter your circumstances. With illustrated journaling pages, this 52-week journal:

• Includes ideas for taking care of yourself spiritually, physically, and emotionally
• Is highly adaptable, making it perfect for a beginner or someone with a solid faith foundation

Each week includes:

• Practical self-care ideas for everything from breathing with intention to memorizing Scripture to letting go of anxiety
• A biblical theme and verse for meditation
• Lists and ideas for pursuing contentment in your everyday life
• Journaling prompts and lines to help you cultivate habits of self-care

The Weekly Self-Care Project:

• Includes a lovely ribbon marker so you never lose your place
• Provides ample journaling space but easily fits on your nightstand or in a tote bag or gift basket
• Is an ideal companion for individual worship, Bible studies, small groups, and prayer partners
• Is a perfect gift for Mother's Day, birthdays, National Best Friend Day, holidays, or simply as an encouragement to yourself or a loved one to practice self-care

A continuation of the popular series that includes The Weekly Prayer Project, The Weekly Faith Project, and The Weekly Gratitude Project, this yearlong journal offers a welcome invitation to care for yourself so you can be all God created you to be.

In her Wall Street Journal bestseller Declutter Like a Mother, Allie Casazza taught us that you don't need a home that's perfect--you need a home that meets you where you are. With the help of the Declutter Like a Mother Planner, Allie will give you the tools you need to get rid of what doesn’t matter so you can make room for what matters most of all.

Within the pages of the Declutter Like a Mother Planner, you'll find:

• Encouraging affirmations
• Plenty of space to list out your to-dos, self-care management, gratitude, and decluttering goals
• Undated calendars for your planning, including 12 monthly calendar overviews and 52 weekly calendar overviews
• Blank space for notes, an address book, and a spot to keep track of important dates

This gorgeous undated 12-month planner--with a hand-painted cover created by artist Laci Fowler—features all of your planner must-haves, including:

• A metal wire-o spine, so your planner can lay flat as you're reading and taking notes
• A durable pocket for to store important documents
• An elastic band closure to keep your trusty planner and everything inside secure on the go

Join Allie as she shares her powerful and proven methods for clearing the clutter in our minds and our homes with the help of the Declutter Like a Mother Planner.

In A Crown that Lasts, former Miss Universe and Miss South Africa Demi Tebow confesses the danger of tying our identities to our accomplishments. Discover the truth of who you were created to be and how to use your platform, no matter how big or small, for eternal impact.

On this earth, a crown is what separates victors from the rest of the competitors, but the goal of creating a life worth living is not to gain a trophy, get a prize, or keep the crown. Our lives are not meant to be about being number one or making our own names known. While walking you through the journey of her evolving confidence—from basing her identity on temporary labels and her own efforts, to discovering the rock-solid security of anchoring her dreams in her Maker—Demi weaves her story together with the insights she's learned along the way.

A Crown that Lasts will show you how to

• Relate to the discomfort, confusion, and doubt that arises when you base your confidence on external things,
• Discover God-confidence when your plans take unexpected detours,
• Know what do when planted in unknown territory,
• Use your story to grow an eternal impact, and
• Stay grounded in the truth of who you are in Christ.

The purpose of our lives is to love and serve God and others. Demi shows how you can be encouraged to focus not just on your aspirations, but on your greater purpose and leave behind a footprint of significance, not just success.

What things does every college student need to know? In 1001 Things Every College Student Needs to Know, Harry H. Harrison Jr. provides practical advice ranging from classroom enrollment, living on campus, study habits, and more, that every student and parent will benefit from.

This book is a solid gift if you know a college student that needs a little wisdom about:

• Financial advice while attending school
• Handling parental expectations and being away from home
• Taking care of your mental health and maintaining your faith
• Taking and mastering multiple choice tests
• Creating healthy relationships with your professors
• Selecting classes, surviving campus life, and writing a college paper
• Participating in groups and handling various personality types

College students will appreciate the author's witty yet relatable tone. 1001 Things Every College Student Needs to Know is a great resource for high school graduates and new college students.

This elegant large print edition honors the beauty and richness of the New King James Version in a convenient portable size with essential study tools and traditional red-letter text for the Words of Christ.

The New King James Version in the Sovereign Collection reflects the legacy and majesty of the King James Version Bible produced more than four hundred years ago, but in language updated for today. This beautiful Bible, which contains design flourishes that pay tribute to the Bible produced in 1611, comes with an easy-to-read large print as well as essential study tools and traditional red-letter text for the words of Christ.

The Sovereign Collection continues Thomas Nelson's long history and stewardship of publishing Bibles. Its elegant letter illustrations leading into each chapter combined with clear and readable Comfort Print^® connects you to the legacy of faith and inspires enjoyable and fruitful time in the Word.

Features include:

• Elegant letter illustrations for each chapter
• Over 72,000 end-of-page cross-references allow you to easily find related passages
• Words of Christ in red help you quickly identify Jesus’ teachings and statements
• Book introductions provide a concise overview of the background and historical context
• Concordance for looking up a word’s occurrences throughout the Bible
• Full-color maps show a visual representation of Israel and other biblical locations for better context
• Two satin ribbon markers for you to easily navigate and keep track of where you are reading
• Gilded page edges help protect the edge of the page and provide a polished look
• Durable and flexible Smyth-sewn binding
• Clear and readable 10.5-point NKJV Comfort Print

This elegant large print edition honors the beauty and richness of the New King James Version in a convenient portable size with essential study tools and traditional red-letter text for the Words of Christ.

The New King James Version in the Sovereign Collection reflects the legacy and majesty of the King James Version Bible produced more than four hundred years ago, but in language updated for today. This beautiful Bible, which contains design flourishes that pay tribute to the Bible produced in 1611, comes with an easy-to-read large print as well as essential study tools and traditional red-letter text for the words of Christ.

The Sovereign Collection continues Thomas Nelson's long history and stewardship of publishing Bibles. Its elegant letter illustrations leading into each chapter combined with clear and readable Comfort Print^® connects you to the legacy of faith and inspires enjoyable and fruitful time in the Word.

Features include:

• Elegant letter illustrations for each chapter
• Over 72,000 end-of-page cross-references allow you to easily find related passages
• Words of Christ in red help you quickly identify Jesus’ teachings and statements
• Book introductions provide a concise overview of the background and historical context
• Concordance for looking up a word’s occurrences throughout the Bible
• Full-color maps show a visual representation of Israel and other biblical locations for better context
• Two satin ribbon markers for you to easily navigate and keep track of where you are reading
• Gilded page edges help protect the edge of the page and provide a polished look
• Durable and flexible Smyth-sewn binding
• Clear and readable 10.5-point NKJV Comfort Print

• The Serious Goose Plush is based on the hilarious picture book by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
• Serious Goose has bright white plush with bold contrasting embroidery, a strong expression, and an articulated neck.
• Perfect for an interactive storytime or posed on a shelf.
• A fantastic gift when paired with the book THE SERIOUS GOOSE.
• Safe for all ages, perfect for ages 2 - 5.
• The Serious Goose measures 14" tall with feet.
• THE SERIOUS GOOSE book, by Jimmy Kimmel, is sold separately