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Abstract: Inspired by The Lord of the Rings and the writing of Ursula K. Le Guin. Lynn Oakwood's debut epic fantasy is heart-warming and adventurous. An ancient magic, nature, and the taint of a dystopian world. Deep in the heart of the Sa’dalia rainforest, the city of Irieth has stood for millennia against the forces of darkness. When the human’s weapon strikes the city, the unlife breaks free and the world plunges into global conflict. With the ancient darkness on the loose, the seventeen-year-old guardian of the Alassians must brave the perils of a foreign land plagued by war to regain the Light and banish evil back to the Beyond. But to master his powers, the boy must first face his demons.

Abstract: Sade Hussein is the new girl at the prestigious Alfred Nobel Academy. She has no idea what to expect of her mysterious new boarding school an institution steeped in tradition and secrets. But she certainly didn't imagine her roommate, Elizabeth, to go missing on her first night. Or for people to think Sade had something to do with it. Suddenly everyone is talking about Sade, including the Unholy Trinity: the three most popular girls at school. Swept up in their circle, Sade can't shake the sense that there's more to Elizabeth's disappearance especially as the teachers don't seem to care. And then a student is found dead.It's clear there's more to Alfred Nobel Academy and its students than Sade could have imagined and she must race to uncover the truth. But secrets lurk around every corner and beneath every surface secrets that rival even her own

Abstract: On the edge of burnout, Vern decides to return to his family in the Sunshine State to start over. Starting a new dead-end job as a custodian at Quasar--a local science facility with a shady motive--he shrugs on his uniform, grabs a mop and bucket, and trudges off to clean up... Black holes? Space-time anomalies? Galactic ooze? Things aren't entirely what they seem at Quasar, and when Vern accidentally plugs in a mysterious machine and finds himself standing on the brink of the destruction of every planet in the Multiverse, he's presented with the greatest question of all: what is the point? Fans of Ben Passmore's personal and political comics--as well as classic sci-fi comedies like Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and Rick and Morty -- will enjoy this world of hyper fantasy with a touch of humor, as told by a Black creator

Abstract: Non è meraviglioso quando l’amore ti colpisce? Ma se poi ti manda KO o comincia a spegnersi? Tenera, profonda, spesso esilarante, questa guida a fumetti si rivolge a chi si è appena affacciato all’amore, ma anche a chi, pur già “esperto”, è sempre in cerca di nuove prospettive. Capitolo dopo capitolo, How to Love accompagna i lettori nell’intricato mondo delle relazioni secondo uno schema di domanda e risposta, e celebra l’amore in tutte le sue forme, dal primo innamoramento all’amor proprio, per sorridere nei momenti difficili e godere appieno di quelli più felici. Tra i tanti capitoli trattati: Ho bisogno dell’amore? Come fare se mi sento solo? Si può amare più di una persona? A che velocità devo andare? Le relazioni a distanza funzionano? Come si fa a essere sexy? Si può rompere senza ferire?...

Abstract: A scientist attempts to bring her younger sister back to life with unexpected results in this Frankenstein-inspired graphic novel about ghosts, identity, and family When Doctor Frances Ai's younger sister Maura died in a tragic accident six months ago, Frances swore she would bring her back to life. However, the creature that rises from the slab is clearly not Maura. This girl, who chooses the name "M," doesn't remember anything about Maura's life and just wants to be her own person. However, Frances expects M to pursue the same path that Maura had been on—applying to college to become a scientist—and continue the plans she and Maura shared. Hoping to trigger Maura's memories, Frances surrounds M with the trappings of Maura's past, but M wants nothing to do with Frances' attempts to change her into something she's not. In order to face the future, both Frances and M need to learn to listen and let go of Maura once and for all. Talia Dutton's debut graphic novel, M Is for Monster, takes a hard look at what it means to live up to other people's expectations—as well as our own. M Is for Monster is one of the titles on our Surely list which is dedicated to showcasing gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual creators and stories.

Abstract: Ella can’t seem to remember a single thing from the party the night before at a mysterious stranger’s mansion, and she sure as heck doesn’t know why she’s woken up in her bed surrounded by a magpie’s nest of objects that aren’t her own. And she can’t stop thinking about her huge crush on Madeleine, who she definitely can’t tell about her sudden penchant for kleptomania… But does Maddy have secrets of her own? Can they piece together that night between them and fix the mess of their chaotic personal lives in time to form a normal, teenage relationship? That would be nice.

Abstract: Embark on a journey beyond the traditional boundaries between exam preparation and real-world language with Open World Advanced. A unique exam journey throughout maximises students' performance: Exam Training tasks build confidence allowing them to progress to full task practice in the Exam Focus. Real World sections open up language knowledge and introduce common yet surprising expressions, while Grammar on the Move mobile animations spark learning before or after class. Optional Push Yourself sections extend students' capability and confidence to C2 Proficiency level. Access the Cambridge One Digital Pack, optimised for a range of devices, for your bank of learning resources, answers and eBook. Interactive practice includes Practice Extra, and Test&Train, to build strategies and skills for exam success.

Abstract: La vicenda del più famoso naufrago della storia, narrata con un linguaggio semplice e appassionante e fedele alla versione originale di Daniel Defoe, rimane un bellissimo classico adatto a tutti. Robinson Crusoe, giovane diciottenne, parte dall'Inghilterra alla ricerca di avventure e soprattutto di ricchezza. La trova in Brasile dove diventa proprietario di una piantagione; quando però, trascinato dall'avidità, riparte di nuovo per comperare schiavi in Africa, la nave su cui si è imbarcato fa naufragio su un'isola deserta. Qui riuscirà a sopravvivere totalmente solo, grazie alla sua ingegnosità, fino all'incontro con Friday (Venerdì) e al suo salvataggio. Completano l'opera molteplici attività e due dossier: uno di carattere geografico sull'isola (CLIL) e uno sul periodo letterario in cui l'opera fu scritta. I testi sono accompagnati da un ricco apparato didattico mirato all'apprendimento del lessico, allo sviluppo delle capacità di lettura e comprensione e al rinforzo delle strutture grammaticali. Specifici dossier approfondiscono aspetti relativi alla civiltà e al contesto storico e culturale dell'opera. Il CD-Audio contiene la registrazione del testo ed eventuali esercizi di comprensione orale.

Abstract: The case is closed. Five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was murdered by Sal Singh. The police know he did it. Everyone in town knows he did it. But having grown up in the small town that was consumed by the murder, Pippa Fitz-Amobi isn't so sure. When she chooses the case as the topic for her final-year project, she starts to uncover secrets that someone in town desperately wants to stay hidden. And if the real killer is still out there, how far will they go to keep Pip from the truth?

Abstract: "Tutte le sere il giovane Pescatore usciva in mare e gettava le sue reti nell’acqua. Quando il vento soffiava da terra prendeva poco o niente, perché era un vento amaro e dalle ali scure, e salivano onde aspre ad incontrarlo. Ma quando il vento soffiava verso la costa, i pesci risalivano dalle profondità e nuotavano tra i labirinti delle sue reti; e lui poi li portava al mercato e li vendeva. Una sera la rete era così pesante che riusciva a stento a tirarla in barca. Tirò le corde sottili e il cerchio di piatti sugheri si avvicinò sempre più, e finalmente la rete affiorò a pelo d’acqua. Ma dentro non c’era nemmeno un pesce, né mostri, o cose spaventose; c’era solo una piccola Sirena che giaceva addormentata."

Abstract: After pulling off a seemingly impossible heist in the notorious Ice Court, criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker feels unstoppable. But life is about to take a dangerous turn - and with friends who are among the deadliest outcasts in Ketterdam city, Kaz is going to need more than luck to survive in this unforgiving underworld

Abstract: A love story with a difference - an unforgettable tale of life, loss and making each day count in the INTERNATIONAL NO. 1 BESTSELLING book of TIKTOK fame by Adam Silvera. On September 5th, a little after midnight, Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to give them some bad news: they're going to die today. Mateo and Rufus are total strangers, but, for different reasons, they're both looking to make a new friend on their End Day. The good news: there's an app for that. It's called the Last Friend, and through it, Rufus and Mateo are about to meet up for one last great adventure - to live a lifetime in a single day. Another beautiful, heartbreaking and life-affirming book from the brilliant Adam Silvera, author of More Happy Than Not, History Is All You Left Me, What If It's Us, Here's To Us and the Infinity Cycle series. PRAISE FOR ADAM SILVERA: 'There isn't a teenager alive who won't find their heart described perfectly on these pages.' Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never Letting Go 'Adam Silvera is a master at capturing the infinite small heartbreaks of love and loss and grief.' Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything 'A phenomenal talent.' Juno Dawson, author of Clean and Wonderland 'Bold and haunting.' Lauren Oliver, author of Delirium

Abstract: Katie can't leave her house during the day: she has a rare disease that makes even the smallest amount of sunlight deadly. But everything changes when one night, singing her heart out on a deserted station platform, she meets Charlie. Before the night is out, Katie is smitten. But she hasn't told Charlie her secret. She just wants to have her normal love story, before reality kicks in. Lost in her night-time summer romance, Katie knows that love will light the way.

Abstract: Sir Charles Baskerville è stato trovato senza vita nel parco della sua proprietà, situata nel mezzo della brughiera. Secondo la polizia e il medico legale, il decesso è da imputare ad un infarto, tuttavia vicino al corpo è presente una serie di impronte che sembrano essere state lasciate da un cane gigantesco. Sherlock Holmes viene chiamato ad indagare sulla misteriosa vicenda.

Abstract: Le avventure di Sherlock Holmes e del Dr Watson in due avvincenti storie di furti di gioielli: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle e The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet. Scopri dove è nascosto il carbonchio azzurro, un gioiello dal valore inestimabile, e come Sherlock Holmes riesce a individuare l’autore del misfatto. O come risolve abilmente il mistero del prezioso diadema di berilli, seguendo le impronte sulla neve.

Abstract: The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered—fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she's known, Tris is ready.

Abstract: Il 9 ottobre 2012 la quindicenne pakistana Malala Yousafzai viene colpita in testa dai talebani sull'autobus che la porta a scuola. Malala crede nel diritto di tutte le bambine e ragazze ad un'educazione, per questo i talebani hanno cercato di ucciderla. Ma Malala non è morta, ed oggi è la persona più giovane al mondo ad aver ricevuto il Premio Nobel ed un'attivista per il diritto all'istruzione delle donne. Questa è la vera storia di una ragazzina che voleva cambiare il mondo, e l'ha fatto. Questa lettura fa parte degli Helbling Readers Movies. Helbling Readers People e Movies è un progetto editoriale che propone tante coinvolgenti letture basate sulle biografie dei personaggi più interessanti dei nostri giorni, oppure sui blockbusters e sulle serie TV più amate dai teenagers. People e Movies presentano titoli in esclusiva con studios cinematografici come la Twentieth Century Fox o con emittenti televisive come la BBC. Tutto ciò fa di People e Movies due serie in grado di appassionare i ragazzi: letture coinvolgenti , attività stimolanti, approfondimenti. Per apprendere l'inglese in modo efficace e divertente. Registrazione in inglese britannico.