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I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home: A novel
by Lorrie MooreA NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD WINNER • A NEW YORKER ESSENTIAL READ • From &“one of the most acute and lasting writers of her generation&” (The New York Times)—a ghost story set in the nineteenth and twenty-first centuries, an elegiac consideration of grief, devotion (filial and romantic), and the vanishing and persistence of all things—seen and unseen.A Best Book of the Year: The New Yorker, NPR, Vulture, Lit Hub&“Who else but Lorrie Moore could make, in razor-sharp irresistible prose, a ghost story about death buoyant with life?&” —PEOPLE &“Is it an allegory? Is it real? It doesn&’t matter...[It&’s] a novel with big questions, no answers, and it&’s absolutely brilliant.&” —Lit Hub &“[A] triumph of tone and, ultimately, of the imagination.&” —The Guardian Lorrie Moore&’s first novel since A Gate at the Stairs—a daring, meditative exploration of love and death, passion and grief, and what it means to be haunted by the past, both by history and the human heartA teacher visiting his dying brother in the Bronx. A mysterious journal from the nineteenth century stolen from a boarding house. A therapy clown and an assassin, both presumed dead, but perhaps not dead at all...With her distinctive, irresistible wordplay and singular wry humor and wisdom, Lorrie Moore has given us a magic box of longing and surprise as she writes about love and rebirth and the pull towards life. Bold, meditative, theatrical, this new novel is an inventive, poetic portrait of lovers and siblings as it questions the stories we have been told which may or may not be true.I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home takes us through a trap door, into a windswept, imagined journey to the tragic-comic landscape that is, unmistakably, the world of Lorrie Moore.
I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home: A Novel
by Lorrie Moore"Get ready to expand your sense of what Lorrie Moore—and a novel—can do." —Ron Charles, The Washington Post, on A Gate at the StairsFrom "one of the most acute and lasting writers of her generation" (Caryn James, The New York Times)—a daring novel, her first in more than a decade, about love and death and what lies between and after. A ghost story set in the nineteenth and twenty-first centuries, an elegiac consideration of grief, devotion (filial and romantic), and the vanishing and persistence of all things—seen and unseen.A teacher visiting his dying brother in the Bronx. A mysterious journal from the nineteenth century stolen from a boardinghouse. A therapy clown and an assassin, both presumed dead, but perhaps not dead at all . . .With her distinctive, irresistible wordplay and singular wry humor and wisdom, Lorrie Moore has given us a magic box of longing and surprise as she writes about love and rebirth and the pull toward life. Bold, meditative, theatrical, this new novel is an inventive, poetic portrait of lovers and siblings, and of the stories we have been told, which take us through a trapdoor on an imagined journey to the tragic-comic landscape that is, unmistakably, the world of Lorrie Moore.
I Am Lenny Brown
by Dan FreedmanThere's more than one way to find your voice . . .Lenny Brown is eight years old and can't talk. Except to his mum and his dog, Rocky.When Lenny has to move house and start at a new school, it feels like his whole life is changing, and not for the better. Will he be able to make friends and find a way to fit in?But when Lenny finds a different way to express himself, everyone is in for a big surprise as they find out just how amazing he can be . . .'An absolute cracker of a book' – Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls.
I Am Maru
by mugumoguMeet Maru!This round, adorable Scottish Fold cat may be an internet sensation, but he knows how to keep his celebrity status from going to his fluffy head . . . mostly. Maru and his owner, mugumogu, give readers a peek into the low-key life of the world’s most famous cat. See all his favorite hiding places—trash cans, cupboards, cereal boxes . . . if it’s cozy, he’s there—meet his treasured toys, and learn what it means to wield just the right amount of cat-titude.
I Am Not a Dog Toy
by Ethan T. BerlinA toy bear insists that he's a kid's toy--not a dog toy--in this story that shows that a true friendship is always one that goes in both directions.A fun bear, who wears a vest with many pockets, is the brand new toy for a little girl. Bear couldn't be more excited to play with the girl, but she is a little less than enthused. In fact, she throws him into the dog's water bowl. Splash! Bear doesn't take the hint. Dog, however, is very excited to play with Bear. But Bear insists he is not a dog toy, he is a kid's toy. So he keeps trying to get the girl's attention... to no avail. Will Bear ever realize that Dog is the better friend?Kids making friends will see that friendship isn't really friendship unless it's reciprocated in this hilarious and sweet picture book.
I Am Not a Fish!
by Peter RaymundoFor fans of Ryan T. Higgins and Jory John comes a humorous and "splashy" story from a former Disney animator, about a jellyfish with an identity crisis who learns how to be himself with a little help from friends.Edgar is a jellyfish, but he doesn't look, act, or feel very much like a "fish." With a little help though from some friendly starfish, Edgar realizes that labels aren't important, and he should celebrate what makes him unique!
I Am Not a Penguin: A Pangolin's Lament
by Liz WongThis hilarious story of a pangolin with an identity crisis will be loved by fans of Penguin Problems and Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great.Poor pangolin--he's trying to explain who he is, but all the other animals keep getting confused. You have scales--like a snake? A long tongue--like a frog? A strong scent--like a skunk? You can roll in a ball--like an armadillo? And a name that sounds a lot like...penguin? We love penguins!"No, no, no! I am not a penguin! There are no penguins here!"But then, just when it couldn't get worse, a penguin arrives!!What's a poor pangolin got to do to be understood?!
I Am Not Going to Get Up Today!
by Dr SeussA rhyming story that is full of laughs. "The alarm can ring. The birds can peep.... Today's the day I'm going to sleep," says a lazy boy one morning. Despite a pail of icy water, television coverage, and the arrival of the Marines, he vows to stay in bed--and he does! The repetition of concepts and words will keep children turning the pages.
I Am Not Little Red Riding Hood
by Alessandro Lecis Linda WolfsgruberA little girl enters the snowy forest wearing a vibrant red scarf and holding a basket in hand. But don't be fooled—this is not a story about Little Red Riding Hood! The little girl soon meets, not an incredulous wolf, but rather a courteous, white bear. When asked what is in the basket she replies, "Nothing. I'm collecting snow, soft snow." The bear then leads her to the very best snow, which can only be found where the moon sleeps.Once they arrive, the little girl and bear dance among the snowflakes. He informs her that she can't keep the snow; it will inevitably melt. Regardless, the girl fills her basket with snow and the bear brings her home. After parting ways, she realizes the bear was right—the snow has disappeared, just as the bear has. With endearing characters and a simple, poetic style, Alessandro Lecis and Linda Wolfsgruber have successfully created a mystical tale about enjoying the here and now and the magic of the winter season.
I Am NOT Santa Claus!
by T. L. McBethThe perfect book for Christmas story time! A hilariously clever picture book about a man with a white beard and a red hat who, despite all evidence to the contrary, insists that he is NOT Santa Claus. Perfect for fans of How to Catch Santa Claus, How to Catch a Reindeer, and How to Catch an Elf!"A genuinely jolly Christmas choice." -- Kirkus reviewsEveryone, look! It's Santa Claus!He says he&’s just a regular old man, but he has a fluffy white beard and a red coat and hat, and even says "Ho ho ho"! He must be Santa Claus! Right?Step inside and find out for yourself! Is this the REAL Santa Claus?From T. L. McBeth comes a silly and clever picture book that is the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for Christmas!Praise for I Am Not Santa Claus: "Kids will enjoy this drily witty and original twist on Christmas. A genuinely jolly Christmas choice."--Kirkus reviews
I Am Not Sidney Poitier
by Percival EverettThis book is an irresistible comic novel from the master storyteller Percival Everett, and an irreverent take on race, class, and identity in America. <p><p>I was, in life, to be a gambler, a risk-taker, a swashbuckler, a knight. I accepted, then and there, my place in the world. I was a fighter of windmills. I was a chaser of whales. I was Not Sidney Poitier.
I Am Not Sidney Poitier: A Novel
by Percival EverettI Am Not Sidney Poitier is an irresistible comic novel from the master storyteller Percival Everett, and an irreverent take on race, class, and identity in AmericaI was, in life, to be a gambler, a risk-taker, a swashbuckler, a knight. I accepted, then and there, my place in the world. I was a fighter of windmills. I was a chaser of whales. I was Not Sidney Poitier.Not Sidney Poitier is an amiable young man in an absurd country. The sudden death of his mother orphans him at age eleven, leaving him with an unfortunate name, an uncanny resemblance to the famous actor, and, perhaps more fortunate, a staggering number of shares in the Turner Broadcasting Corporation.Percival Everett's hilarious new novel follows Not Sidney's tumultuous life, as the social hierarchy scrambles to balance his skin color with his fabulous wealth. Maturing under the less-than watchful eye of his adopted foster father, Ted Turner, Not gets arrested in rural Georgia for driving while black, sparks a dinnertable explosion at the home of his manipulative girlfriend, and sleuths a murder case in Smut Eye, Alabama, all while navigating the recurrent communication problem: "What's your name?" a kid would ask. "Not Sidney," I would say. "Okay, then what is it?"
I Am Olaf (Little Golden Book)
by Christy WebsterThis new Little Golden Book is all about Olaf, the lovable snowman from Disney Frozen and Frozen 2!This new Little Golden Book celebrates everything that is special about Olaf, the optimistic, adorable snowman from Disney Frozen and Frozen 2. Olaf's best friends Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Sven are all featured as well in gorgeous retro-style illustrations. This book is a must-have for children ages 2 to 5, plus Disney Frozen fans--and collectors--of all ages! The exciting sequel, Frozen 2, is available on home video Spring 2020!Disney Frozen is the #1 animated film of all time, featuring a powerful story, a strong ensemble cast, a pair of relatable sisters, enchanting environments, and unforgettable music. The exciting sequel, Frozen 2, is available on home video Spring 2020!
I Am Otter (My First I Can Read Ser.)
by Sam GartonHi! I am Otter and this is a book about me and my best friends, Otter Keeper and Teddy.It's all about the fun and messy (and little bit scary) adventure we had one day when Otter Keeper was at work.I hope you like the story! (And if you don't, it's probably Teddy's fault.)
I Am Ozzy
by Ozzy Osbourne'Mightily entertaining' - Heat People ask me how come I'm still alive, and I don't know what to say. When I was growing up, if you'd have put me up against a wall with the other kids from my street and asked me which one of us was gonna make it to the age of sixty, with five kids and four grandkids and houses in Buckinghamshire and California, I wouldn't have put money on me, no f**king way. But here I am: ready to tell my story, in my own words, for the first time. A lot of it ain't gonna be pretty. I've done some bad things in my time. But I ain't the devil. I'm just John Osbourne: a working class kid from Aston, who quit his job in the factory and went looking for a good time.
I Am Ozzy
by Ozzy Osbourne'Mightily entertaining' - Heat This audiobook includes an interview with Ozzy Osbourne from 2009. People ask me how come I'm still alive, and I don't know what to say. When I was growing up, if you'd have put me up against a wall with the other kids from my street and asked me which one of us was gonna make it to the age of sixty, with five kids and four grandkids and houses in Buckinghamshire and California, I wouldn't have put money on me, no f**king way. But here I am: ready to tell my story, in my own words, for the first time. A lot of it ain't gonna be pretty. I've done some bad things in my time. But I ain't the devil. I'm just John Osbourne: a working class kid from Aston, who quit his job in the factory and went looking for a good time.
I Am Picky: Confessions of a Fussy Eater
by Kristen TracyA laugh-out-loud picture book about a self-proclaimed picky eater of a raccoon—perfect for human picky eaters!Don’t look at this raccoon and think she’ll eat just anything. Oh, no. She is picky! She’s been choosy forever—and listen, it’s a tough life. It’s not as though the perfect snacks just fall from the sky (except when they do). You’ve got to work to find the sourest milk, the crunchiest bumblebees, and the most delicious trash. Snacking while picky is a real challenge sometimes…but you never know where you’ll find the tastiest treats to try!From children's author Kristen Tracy and rising star illustrator Erin Kraan, I AM PICKY is sure to delight even the choosiest of eaters—and readers.
I Am Santa (Little Golden Book)
by Matthew J. GilbertThis Little Golden Book introduces young readers to Santa, his home, and his frightfully fun journey to Halloween Town from Disney Tim Burton&’s The Nightmare Before Christmas!Santa Claus&’s life in Christmas Town–a land full of fluffy snow, colorful lights, and jolly songs–is a true holiday dream . . . until three sneaky Trick or Treaters show up at his door! Find out what happens from Santa's point of view in this Little Golden Book, the perfect holiday gift for kids ages 2 to 5, and Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas fans, and collectors of all ages!Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature hot licenses, beloved classics, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.
I Am Scrooge: A Zombie Story for Christmas
by Adam RobertsAward nominated SF author Adam Roberts takes on Dickens in this festive zombie gorefest.Marley was dead. To begin with.The legendary Ebenezeer Scrooge sits in his house counting money. The boards that he has nailed up over the doors and the windows shudder and shake under the blows from the endless zombie hordes that crowd the streets hungering for his flesh and his miserly braaaaiiiiiinns!Just how did the happiest day of the year slip into a welter of blood, innards and shambling, ravenous undead on the snowy streets of old London town?Will the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future be able to stop the world from drowning under a top-hatted and crinolined zombie horde?It's the Dickensian Zombie Apocalypse - God Bless us, one and all!
I Am A Sensible Gibbon
by Will MabbittA very sensible story with ABSOLUTELY NO SILLINESS! From the author of I Can Only Draw Worms!Gibbon would like to make it very clear that this is a sensible book for sensible people. Anything that looks like it might be FUN or SILLY is absolutely forbidden.A hilarious, rhyming animal party, with colourful illustrations by Claudia Boldt.
I Am Slappy's Evil Twin: I Am Slappy's Evil Twin (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #3)
by R.L. StineIn this spinoff to the New York Times–bestselling Goosebumps series, two mannequin dolls, props from a horror movie, come to life and terrify a tween boy.Luke Harrison’s dad makes horror films. It’s very fun to be around such scary stuff-especially when you have your own monster museum at home. But when two ventriloquist dummies join the collection, things get real creepy. Real-life creepy! Slappy and Snappy can walk and talk on their own. And they can make you scream on their own. They have a plan to make everyone’s lives miserable. Will Luke be able to stop this terrible twin twosome?
I Am So Bored!
by Henrike WilsonA little bear is bored and has no idea what to do with himself. He tries to find a friend to play with him, but no one is around or available yet. Dejected, the little bear lays down on the ground with nothing to do but to stare at the sky or the grass. How boring! Slowly, though, as he sits still, the world begins to come alive around him and his senses are awakened. The grass and the forest around him and the sky above him seem like a very different place and the bear finds himself full of curiosity. He sees things he hasn’t seen before like the shapes in the clouds and feels things he hasn’t felt before like the vibration of a bird’s wings.I Am So Bored! is a book about imagination, slowing down the pace of life, and the power of all five senses. Take a journey with the little bear as he realizes the beauty of life that exists in the world around him. The perfect story to help little ones wind down and to take a break from screen time. Remember: boredom can sometimes be the best way to have fun.
I Am So the Boss of You
by Kathy BuckworthA hilarious, tongue-firmly-in-cheek look at a promising new trend in parenting: being the boss! In this day and age - when parenting books are a dime a dozen - it's easy for a mom to get confused. Do you go democratic or hover like a helicopter? Do you take a tiger-ish approach, or something more "hands off," like those French women who supposedly raise perfect children? Parenting author and humourist Kathy Buckworth has a completely different idea: Why not let the boardroom be your guide? In I Am So the Boss of You, Buckworth imagines a world where corporate policies and practices rule on the home front, and Mom is most definitely in charge!
I Am Someone Else: Poems About Pretending
by Chris HsuCelebrated poet Lee Bennett Hopkins shares a diverse collection of poems that ask (with the help of Newbery medalist Lois Lowry, former US Children's Poet Laureate J. Patrick Lewis, and others), "Who do you want to be?"Kids can imagine pretending and dressing up in this playful poetry collection, flexing their creative muscles and bucking stereotypes. (Who says that girls can't be knights and boys can't be mermaids?) Fifteen poets write about who they might like to be, musing what life would be like as a wizard, a firefighter, a video-game inventor, and more. "There is nothing better than being yourself. You are unique and special in every way. Once in a while it might be fun to think about becoming someone (or something!) else. Who would you like to be? Imagine that you're someone else!" --Lee Bennett Hopkins
I Am the Genie (Little Golden Book)
by John SazaklisA new Little Golden Book all about the Genie from Disney Aladdin!Children ages 2 to 5 will love reading about the big blue star of Disney Aladdin--the Genie! This new Little Golden Book is beautifully illustrated with a unique art style and features Aladdin, Princess Jasmine, and other characters from the hit movie. Disney Aladdin is an animated classic featuring beloved characters, an award-winning soundtrack, and a timeless tale of love and adventure. This Little Golden Book is part of the charming "I Am . . ." series, which provides a unique introduction to favorite Disney characters.