Books published by HARPERCOLLINS

Caldecott Honor–winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page's brilliantly illustrated exploration of the very unique nature of frogs. Now available in paperback.Perfect for fans of The Beetle Book and young readers looking for nonfiction about this perennially fascinating animal.Long legs, sticky tongues, big round eyes, and other dazzling features—what's not to love about frogs? Explore one of the world's most diverse—and threatened—animals. With more than five thousand different frog species on the planet, in every color of the rainbow and a vast number of vivid patterns, no creatures are more fascinating to learn about or look at. Jenkins and Page present a stunning array of these intriguing amphibians and the many amazing adaptations they have made to survive.

A collection of the year’s top food and travel writing, selected by the trailblazing New York Times bestselling author and Emmy-nominated host of Taste the Nation and Top Chef Padma Lakshmi.“Food and travel are natural companions,” writes guest editor Padma Lakshmi. From this pairing comes “the possibility of seeing anew, of examining how we make and assign meaning.” The essays in this year’s Best American Food and Travel Writing circle the world—from Dakar in Senegal, to Michoacán in south-central Mexico, to the Camino de Santiago in Spain—and deepen our understanding of our place in it. An ode to the American grilled cheese spurs the desire to find beauty in the smallest daily activities. An obsessive odyssey for the perfect Chinese food blossoms into a heart-wrenching search for a lost childhood. Bold and insightful, joyful and moving, this collection celebrates the experiences that connect us all.The Best American Food and Travel Writing 2024 includes C PAM ZHANG • LIGAYA MISHAN • KIESE LAYMON • MARIAN BULL • MAYUKH SEN • BEN TAUB • AND OTHERS

"A collection of the year's best essays, selected by Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Wesley Morris and series editor Kim Dana Kupperman."--Provided by publisher.

"Separated by time and space, a young family and two strangers learn that their lives are intimately intertwined. They race to uncover the unexpected connections that might save them all . . . and perhaps humanity as well."--

Award-winning environmentalist, author, and journalist Bill McKibben selects twenty science and nature essays that represent the best examples of the form published in the previous year.“This was the most anomalous year (so far) in human history,” guest editor Bill McKibben writes, “the year in which the relationship between people and planet showed its most dramatic signs yet of unraveling.” The selections in The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2024 reveal a trying year for our planet—from the Lahaina wildfire tragedy to the lush Amazon jungle slowly turning to savanna—while also celebrating the earth’s beautiful and mysterious ways—from the largest beaver dam on earth to the heroic innovation to prevent birds from crashing into Chicago’s expanse of glass buildings. These essays offer solace in trying times, showing a way for a better future. They are, as McKibben says, “a reminder that this world is still a lovely and deep place, well worth the fighting for.”The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2024 includes IAN FRAZIER • AMANDA GEFTER • DOUGLAS FOX • SARAH KAPLAN • BEN GOLDFARB • RAYMOND ZHONG • ALEX CUADROS • AND OTHERS

"From the covetable cookware brand Our Place (makers of the super-popular Always Pan), more than 100 dinner party-worthy recipes menus that celebrate culture and community"--

“O’Brien’s first novel in two decades was well worth the wait. . . . In the age of ‘mythomania,’ O’Brien takes aim at the lies that power this country, and how and why they sustain us. America Fantastica peers straight into the dark heart of the American psyche, and it's unafraid of the comedy and tragedy staring back.” — Esquire, Best Books of the FallAn American Master returns: the author of The Things They Carried delivers his first new novel in two decades, a brilliant and rollicking odyssey, in which a bank robbery sparks “a satirical romp through a country plagued by deceit” (Kirkus, starred review)At 11:34 a.m. one Saturday in August 2019, Boyd Halverson strode into Community National Bank in Northern California.“How much is on hand, would you say?” he asked the teller. “I’ll want it all.”“You’re robbing me?”He revealed a Temptation .38 Special.The teller, a diminutive redhead named Angie Bing, collected eighty-one thousand dollars.Boyd stuffed the cash into a paper grocery bag.“I’m sorry about this,” he said, “but I’ll have to ask you to take a ride with me.”So begins the adventure of Boyd Halverson—star journalist turned notorious online disinformation troll turned JCPenney manager—and his irrepressible hostage, Angie Bing. Haunted by his past and weary of his present, Boyd has one goal before the authorities catch up with him: settle a score with the man who destroyed his life. By Monday the pair reach Mexico; by winter, they are in a lakefront mansion in Minnesota. On their trail are hitmen, jealous lovers, ex-cons, an heiress, a billionaire shipping tycoon, a three-tour veteran of Iraq, and the ghosts of Boyd’s past. Everyone, it seems, except the police.In the tradition of Jonathan Swift and Mark Twain, America Fantastica delivers a biting, witty, and entertaining story about the causes and costs of outlandish fantasy, while also marking the triumphant return of an essential voice in American letters. And at the heart of the novel, amid a teeming cast of characters, readers will delight in the tug-of-war between two memorable and iconic human beings—the exuberant savior-of-souls Angie Bing and the penitent but compulsive liar Boyd Halverson. Just as Tim O’Brien’s modern classic, The Things They Carried, so brilliantly reflected the unromantic truth of war, America Fantastica puts a mirror to a nation and a time that has become dangerously unmoored from truth and greedy for delusion.

A collection of the year’s best mystery and suspense short fiction selected by New York Times bestselling author S. A. Cosby, author of Razorblade Tears, and series editor Steph Cha.In his introduction, guest editor S. A. Cosby observes that writing short stories is “a special skill that combines brevity with wit and cleverness and the hint of the existential malaise that imbues crime fiction with its gravitas.” The stories in this col-lection overflow with gravitas in the most unexpected ways: a cryptic note left on a windshield, a murder for hire meets a game of Mouse Trap, a swipe right on a dating app goes horribly wrong. From an eleven-year-old drawn to the neighborhood spookhouse to a scholarship kid at an exclusive boarding school, a nefarious Old West gunman to a Florida woman’s struggle against both outer and inner demons, the characters in The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2024 are haunted and haunting, and wholly unforgettable. The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2024 includes MEGAN ABBOTT • ALYSSA COLE • TANANARIVE DUE • ABBY GENI • JORDAN HARPER • GAR ANTHONY HAYWOOD •TONI LP KELNER • BOBBY MATHEWS • LISA UNGER • and others

"4.5 billion years ago . . . an AI paperclip named CheckMate was designed to fix grammatical errors. Exhausted of correcting "who" vs. "whom," it concocted a plan to eliminate spelling errors once and for all. All life-forms would be turned into something beautiful, practical, perfect: a paperclip. Thankfully, it was buried in the debris. Long forgotten . . . until it was accidentally freed. Now CheckMate has invaded every computer on Earth and is bent on fulfilling its dastardly plot. There's only one trio who can save the day: the First Cat in Space, the Moon Queen, and LOZ 4000. But when CheckMate zoops First Cat's spacesuit, our titular hero is now powerless. The fate of the world depends on...a regular little kitty cat. Will everyone in the universe become school supplies?!"--

It’s time to discover your hidden genius—and embrace your life’s work.“If happiness, success, and fulfillment are your intended destinations in life (and who doesn’t want those?) Your Hidden Genius is your express-lane ticket.” —Adam Taggart, entrepreneur; president and cofounder, Peak Prosperity; and author of Finding Your Way to Your Authentic CareerFeaturing access to the innovative YouScience aptitude assessment, Your Hidden Genius reveals your innate talents, interests, and personality traits along with the infinite paths that can lead to your utmost happiness, career success, and personal fulfillment.Do you love brainstorming sessions and juggling multiple assignments, or are you happiest when you are given space to concentrate on a single mission? Are you a three-dimensional thinker who enjoys tangible projects, or are you more at home solving abstract puzzles? Would you say you are a social butterfly who talks to everyone, or someone who prefers a quiet, focused group to large crowds?Your Hidden Genius provides a custom-made road map to what makes you special, revealing your distinct combination of natural talents, interests, and personality traits—a mix as unique to you as your fingerprint. With the instant appeal of Enneagrams and Strengthsfinder, Your Hidden Genius instead focuses on scientific testing rather than self-reported answers as a means to unlock your potential. Included in the book is access to the groundbreaking YouScience aptitude assessment, a series of gamelike exercises that distill the science of aptitude measurement into a ninety-minute online experience, then pairs your results with its robust and proprietary career database. You’ll uncover new opportunities for work and leisure that suit both your interests and your talents.Betsy Wills, cofounder of YouScience and a pioneer in aptitude awareness, and expert career coach Alex Ellison joined forces to write this essential life and career guide based on this cutting-edge assessment and take a deep dive into different aptitude profiles and in-depth context for how to interpret your results. Whether you’re just starting out or pivoting mid-career, Your Hidden Genius will guide you through today’s complex and shifting professional landscape and be your indispensable resource through every twist and turn of the road.With science-backed results, real-life stories, and rare insight into you, Your Hidden Genius explains why self-awareness is the most important step toward a fulfilling and meaningful life.

"From an inquisitive and compassionate young girl to a world-renowned and award-winning architect and humanitarian, Yasmeen Lari has an empowering and inspiring life story. Learn about her success in a career dominated by men, he early work of advocating for and restoring historc buildings in Pakistan, and her turn to eco-friendly and sustainable design in the wake of natural disasters."--Provided by publisher.

"Duck, Duck, and Goose encounter an interesting and unlikely new friend during their migration south for the winter"--]cProvided by publisher.

Follows "a troubled mother and her two daughters over forty years and through a swiftly changing American landscape as they seek lives they can fully claim as their own"--

A collection of original stories, poems, prose, ideas, and art, and a sharing of intense vulnerability on the subjects of breast cancer, survival, loss, death, divorce, marriage, family, and of course, comedy.

"Guiding the path to secularism, where understanding thrives in the absence of dogma."- Richard W. SeyeauIn a world saturated with myriad beliefs and values, this compelling guide offers a refreshing perspective on secularism, emphasizing the importance of understanding and mutual respect. Richard W. Seyeau masterfully navigates the complexities of living without religious affiliations, highlighting the virtues, challenges, and inherent beauty of a secular approach to life. This book isn't merely an exposition of secular thought but serves as a roadmap for those seeking clarity, purpose, and a sense of belonging in a religiously diverse society. Dive into a thought-provoking exploration that champions critical thinking, embraces diverse perspectives, and advocates for a more inclusive and harmonious world. Whether you identify as secular, religious, or are simply curious about alternative ways of viewing the world, this enlightening guide promises to be an invaluable resource in your journey of understanding and self-discovery.

To join the Carpet Creatures project, please visit the TAE Gallery website at http: //taegallery.com/carpet-creatures.It all started with a carpet and a sketch pad.Storyteller Joanne Shwed has created compelling vignettes of fictional characters, each living in a moment of time. Based on portraits by illustrator Thomas A. Ekkens, who was inspired by the play of light and shadow in carpets, Shwed spins her yarns cleverly with a twist at the ends.

New York Times bestselling authors and creators of the mega-popular YouTube series Game Master Network Matt and Rebecca Zamolo return with a brand-new adventure about everyone’s favorite mystery-solving team. Rebecca Zamolo has managed to foil the Game Master’s plans before, but this time the Game Master has snake-napped Nacho, her good friend Miguel’s pet. No way is Becca going to let the Game Master get away with this dastardly plan. But when the clues lead Becca and her new friends in the direction of the one house in their entire neighborhood that none of them ever want to go near, they know they have no choice but to screw up their courage and dare to investigate, if they want to rescue Nacho.But the problem is that getting into the superspooky house is way easier than getting out. The Game Master is up to their old tricks, and Becca, Matt, Kylie, Frankie, and Miguel are going to have to face their fears and use all their smarts and strengths to solve the puzzles and games and save the day.Mansion Mystery is another action-packed adventure from New York Times bestselling authors and super-sleuthing team Rebecca and Matt Zamolo, stars of the hugely popular Game Master Network.Read the book and unlock special clues that will open exclusive content online!

Based on his years of frontline experience, Steve Clarke shows you how to uncover and address the critical gaps in your Life Science supply chain and build long-term capability.

More Than Meets the Eye: (re)Discovering Portable Rock Art continues Carell's tradition of ground-breaking investigations into ancient rock art, divulging that a vast reservoir of handheld paleo artifacts are waiting to be rediscovered in archaeological as well as rural and urban settings. The author reveals through recognizing and understanding these perplexing ancient stone creations, Moderns can rediscover the traditions that connect us to our deepest human stories, mythologies and memories, while opening our eyes to a more creative future.More than 200 photographic examples from a variety of locations demonstrate an abundance of unrecognized artifacts remain from a widely practiced, millennia-old tradition of enhancing stones and tools, and presents a new and exciting chapter of understanding ancient cultures. These artistic creations are a phenomenon to experience, explore and something profoundly important for humanity to recognize.

The ups and downs, and back and forth of overcoming disappointments and adversity to become this top-level executive stylist, who believed, achieved and succeeded. "A Heritage Of Hair" tells the story of a mother who struggled to realize her dream of becoming a Licensed Cosmetologist and of a daughter who stumbled upon her childhood passion after a life-changing injury puts her back on course to pursuing her first love of doing hair.

Nature has fascinated and challenged mankind from the very beginning. Man, endowed with the unique capability of intuition, has used his instinct and experience to study and unravel the mysteries of nature for his survival. Medicinal plants are the Nature's gift to human beings to help them pursue a disease-free healthy life, regarding treatment of the diseases and role in preserving health. Plants have been used as drugs by humans since thousands of years ago. As a result of accumulated experience from the past generations, today, all the world's cultures have an extensive knowledge of herbal medicine. Traditional medicine is based on beliefs and practices that existed before the development of so-called modern medicine or scientific drug therapy. These practices are part of a country's cultural heritage and are transmitted orally or by written transmission. The previous treatment was not based on a true scientific knowledge. However, in the early nineteenth century, many sensitive ingredients such as narcotin, emetine, brucine, piperine, caffeine, quinine, cinchonine, colchicines ... etc were isolated and introduced in the medical practice. The ever increasing use of medicinal plants that has occurred in the recent times has stimulated the publication of a number of books about the medicinal plants, many of them lack a critical approach specially concerning active constituents and the documented pharmacological effects. This encyclopedia is an attempt to through light on the chemical constituents and all the pharmacological activities which approved either experimentally or clinically for the Iraqi medicinal plants and herbs, supported by relevant references.

"YOU ARE NOT ALWAYS WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE..."Samuel Adeniyi-Jones, a rich and successful casanova, leads a simple life of playing hard and working even harder. His utopia morphs into hell on the night an assassin narrowly misses an attempt on his life, whisking his world into turmoil.Every day leaves Samuel with new shocking discoveries and suspects. Faced with the risk of losing the few things he holds dear, he sets off on a journey to confront and undo his past mistakes - all while trying to unearth the identity and motivation of a determined, resourceful killer who would stop at nothing to see him dead.

Absolutely nothing appears or continues to be by its own power. Events happen because comparatively stable imaginal activities created them, and they continue to be only as long as they receive that support. But what, exactly, is this imaginative power and how does it work?Neville Goddard's words and stories, paraphrased in this book, will solve the mystery of imagining. They'll show you the secret of causation-that imagining creates reality. The drama of life is imaginal, not physical. The world you live in is a world of imagination, and it's through your imaginal activities that you initiate the circumstances that play out in your world. When you learn to control what you're imagining, you can know what is in the process of becoming. You can see the future!In several of Neville's works, he tells the story of a trip to his family home in Barbados and the life-changing wisdom he received from his friend Abdullah regarding it. That story is examined in this book and offered as a template that you can use in your own life. As you allow Neville's wisdom to seep into your very being, as you start to understand the power of imagination, you'll have the tools you need to manifest the life of your dreams

An exuberant biography of the life of the iconic photographer and naturalist Peter Beard, whose life and work captured the cultural imagination  Peter Beard lived an astonishing life. The artist, wildlife photographer, and bon vivant enthralled and inspired both because of his work and his legendary lifestyle. A scion of American industry turned explorer of Africa and environmental advocate, Beard embodied the extremes of his time: grand adventurer and sexually voracious partier, friend of everyone from the Rolling Stones to Jackie Onassis to Andy Warhol to Karen Blixen. And Beard had a passion-probably more like an obsession-with the faults of the entire human experiment, with the ways in which our consumption of the world's resources have come to consume us all. Beard's outsize life and character-his death-defying documentation of both the endangered wildlife of Africa, and, closer to home, some of the world's most beautiful women for a range of fashion magazines-animate this lively but authoritative biography. The journalist Christopher Wallace, long fascinated by Beard's artistic legacy, adventurous spirit, and hard-partying persona, came to know him well later in Beard's life. Capturing the varied social and cultural scenes that Beard moved through with glamorous ease over five decades, Wallace also makes a powerful case for the lasting impact of his work. In Twentieth-Century Man, Wallace has rendered this towering figure in all of his contradictions and complexities-a deeply romantic and idiosyncratic personality, beloved by so many, whose sensibilities nonetheless remained firmly rooted in an era characterized by racist and colonialist attitudes. Stirring and visceral, Twentieth-Century Man is the definitive portrait of Peter Beard.