Books published by Little, Brown & Company

From a scientist and journalist working in the tradition of Olivia Judson comes a wonderfully witty and erudite exploration of how and why we kiss.

With the aim of demystifying the ancient and effective Chinese herbal method of health care, Ron Teeguarden identifies over 70 powerful herbs and explains how they work. He demonstrates how certain formulas can promote longevity, beauty, mental energy and fertility and libido.

On a day like any other, Nene goes to school only to find Hanako-kun acting like one of her normal classmates...?! Weirder still, even though he’s supposed to be a ghost, nobody seems to find the presence of this so-called Amane-kun strange at all. Nene is determined to get to the bottom of this, and her search leads her to a mysterious tower...

True leadership isn't a matter of having a certain job or title. In fact, being chosen for a position is only the first of the five levels every effective leader achieves. To become more than "e;the boss"e; people follow only because they are required to, you have to master the ability to invest in people and inspire them. To grow further in your role, you must achieve results and build a team that produces. You need to help people to develop their skills to become leaders in their own right. And if you have the skill and dedication, you can reach the pinnacle of leadership-where experience will allow you to extend your influence beyond your immediate reach and time for the benefit of others.The 5 Levels of Leadership are: 1. Position - People follow because they have to.2. Permission - People follow because they want to.3. Production - People follow because of what you have done for the organization.4. People Development - People follow because of what you have done for them personally.5. Pinnacle - People follow because of who you are and what you represent.Through humor, in-depth insight, and examples, internationally recognized leadership expert John C. Maxwell describes each of these stages of leadership. He shows you how to master each level and rise up to the next to become a more influential, respected, and successful leader.

This is a long-overdue historical work on one of the most important figures in American history, written by an acclaimed historian of the antebellum era. Harriet Tubman was the first and only woman, fugitive slave, and black to work as a conductor on the Underground Railroad.

Now available in paperback, The Inner Life of Cats, blends scientific reportage with engaging, illustrative anecdotes about his own beloved cat, Augusta, to explore and illuminate the secrets and enigmas of her kind.

A revised and expanded edition of Ron Clark's New York Times bestselling title with over 1 million copies sold in the U.S. alone - featuring a new foreword and timely updates on the essential rules for teaching students to be great scholars and well-rounded people.

Reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese manga format.

Miyano spends his days peacefully reading Boys'' Love comics and worryingabout how girly his face is-until a chance encounter leads to a scuffle with hissenior Sasaki. Intrigued by his feisty junior Miyano, delinquent Sasaki usesevery opportunity he can to get closer...

Deep within the dungeon, Laios confronts the legendary winged lion! Thebattle against the Lunatic Magician for control of the dungeoncontinues...

"Megumin is off to Arcanletia, the city of water, hot springs...and the Axis Church! With no money and no connections, she soon finds herself helping its members in their efforts to secure new recruits! Along the way, she'll discover just how strange the Axis Church and its followers truly are..."--Provided by publisher.

A deep, science-backed look at how the coronavirus pandemic will change the way we live forever -- from renowned physician and sociologist Nicholas Christakis.

HOW MUCH IS LIFE TRULY WORTH?Kusunoki used to believe he was destined for great things. Ostracized as a child, he held on to a belief that a good life was waiting for him in the years ahead. Now approaching the age of twenty, he¿s a completely mediocre college student with no motivation, no dreams, and no money. After learning he can sell his remaining years¿and just how little they¿re worth¿he chooses to divest himself of all but his last three months. Has Kusunoki truly destroyed his last chance to find happiness¿or has he somehow found it?

The boys of Kings Row bout with drama, rivalry, and romance in this original YA novel by The New York Times bestselling author Sarah Rees Brennan--inspired by the award-nominated comic series by C.S. Pacat and Johanna The Mad.

Behind every great alchemist is...an alcoholic teacher?A friend has paid the ultimate price to protect Mariela and has returned to the ley line. As the survivors deal with the fallout of losing someone dear, a crimson-haired woman awakens after two hundred years of slumber and starts making a show of some incredibly powerful magic. This so-called Sage of Calamity has Mariela crafting potions like never before. Not everyone is so eager for all the new changes that brings to the Labyrinth City, however. The young alchemist will have to watch her back-she just may end up kidnapped!

"From director Makoto Shinkai comes the novelization of his award-winning 2013 film The Garden of Words, a moody drama about two lonely souls who meet in the garden of Shinjuku during rainy season and help each other "learn to walk again" in life"--

The long-awaited memoir from John Fogerty, the legendary singer-songwriter and creative force behind Creedence Clearwater Revival and Grammy-winning solo artist.

On the heels of their successful whole foods cookbook, comes THE ELIMINATION DIET, a powerful detox that helps readers remove inflammatory and damaging foods from their diet for improved health and wellness.

The explosive, dark secrets behind America's post-WWII science programs from the author of the New York Times bestseller AREA 51.

A YA debut that takes a deeper look at the aftermath of a tragic school shooting, told from the perspective of the shooter's girlfriend.

After pulling off a successful coup d''etatfor the throne, Sora and Shiro take their devil-may-care attitude to running apharmacy. Fellow Immanity Chlammy comes to deliver a letter from the 8th rankedrace, the Dwarves...and they''ve got a bone to pick with the gamer siblings! WillBlank come out of this battle with another race piece, or have they finally mettheir match?!

Grab your takoyaki pan and whip up dozens of adorable, delicious recipes from traditional Japanese street foods to inventive breakfast-inspired creations and scrumptious mash-up bites. This delightful, illustrated cookbook takes you step-by-step through dozens of recipes to make with your takoyaki pan -- from the traditional Japanese "octopus ball" street foods to inventive creations inspired by kitchens around the world. Recipes include:Japanese classics ·Traditional octopus takoyaki ·Salmon onigiri (rice balls) ·Rice cups with salmon roe and seaweed ·Rangoon dumplingsWestern delights ·Arancini ·Cheesy hash brown bites ·Pigs in a blanket ·Jalapeno cornbread ballsSweets & desserts ·Matcha cake pops ·Molten brownie bites ·Sweet cream and berry dumplings ·. . . and many more!Whether you have a stove-top version or electric takoyaki pan, chef Jessica Harlan has you covered. She shows you how to mix up batters, prepare hidden centers, fry up your takoyaki creations and beautifully decorate and garnish them. These fun, delightful dishes are perfect for every occasion -- from afterschool snacks to entertaining finger foods.

The companion cookbook to Dr. Hyman's New York Times bestselling Food: What the Heck Should I Eat, featuring more than 100 delicious and nutritious recipes for weight loss and lifelong health.

The only book you need to make the most of your air fryer, with 300+ delicious, healthy recipes from the bestselling authors of the INSTANT POT BIBLE.

A gutsy glob in crisis!News of the demon lord Clayman's defeat by Rimuru shakes the Holy Empire of Lubelius to its core-especially since the chief knight of the nation's Imperial Guard and captain of the Crusader forces, Hinata Sakaguchi, launched a bold attack on Rimuru not long ago. Things look only more dire when a priest sent by Rimuru to attend an urgent meeting of Lubelius bigwigs ends up murdered. The stakes couldn't be higher for either side as Hinata heads to Tempest to settle things-one wrong move could spell total warfare!

As Kiyoshi franticallytries to bring his July 7th barbecue party together, secrets abound. What wordswill be shared between Chiyo and Hana, and between Mari and Kate?! The wildestlove confession awaits in the final volume of PrisonSchool!

A captivating and inspiring portrait of legendary actress Meryl Streep and her work, Queen Meryl explores the fearless icon's trailblazing roles in film, her feminist activism and the indelible mark she's left on pop culture.

The battle between the Shadow and Official Student Councils takes a turn for the extreme when an out-of-control helicopter carrying the chairman careens toward the school! In a crisis where time is of the essence, the only way out lies in fortune and serendipity. As the Shoulder Wars competition rockets toward its conclusion and aftermath, Kiyoshi, Hana, and the rest of the students at Hachimitsu Private Academy will learn that fate can be as cruel a mistress as the Shadow vice president...!