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In a novel set in an indefinite, futuristic, post-apocalyptic world, a father and his young son make their way through the ruins of a devastated American landscape, struggling to survive and preserve the last remnants of their own humanity. Publisher description for "The road"--"A searing, postapocalyptic novel destined to become Cormac McCarthy's masterpiece. A father and his son walk alone through burned America. Nothing moves in the ravaged landscape...

A mystery man inspires two boys to build a space ship which takes them to the planet of Basidium to help the Mushroom people.

Offers advice for writing children's literature, from plot and dialogue to novels and picture books.

Breaks down "what to write between 'Once upon a time--' and 'The End' as you dive into chapters about getting started writing, how to build great characters, and how to design a dramatic plot. On top of the technical writing advice, you'll discover how talented illustrators work and how to find an agent. The newest edition of this ... For Dummies title even shows you how to choose a publisher--or self-publish--and how to use social media and other...

A collection of stories and poems presented to teach virtues, including compassion, courage, honesty, friendship, and faith.

Before Austen Comes Aesop presents an in-depth examination of the Children's Great Books, that is, the literature that has made the most profound impact on the lives of children throughout Western history...The book's premise is that children often do not spend enough time with literature written or adapted for them before diving into adult works.

Hanukkah is among the most festive of the Jewish holidays, even though it arrives at the darkest time of year. That's fitting, since the holiday commemorates the triumph of hope and perseverance in trying times. Back in the second century BCE, a small group of Jewish soldiers known as the Maccabees revolted against the oppressive Syrian-Greek army - miraculously, they won. When the battle was over, the Jewish people cleaned up the ransacked Holy Temple...