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Sky Daddy: 'Deliciously weird' Rachel Yoder, author of Nightbitch
by Kate Folk'Audaciously imagined. Slyly executed. Surprisingly tender. Deliciously weird'RACHEL YODER, author of NIGHTBITCH'Truly original . . . deeply weird, deeply funny and deeply felt'DAILY TELEGRAPH'We can't remember the last time we met a character this singular or read a book this funny'OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB'A dog whistle for the true freaks - never have I felt so seen! I loved it'RITA BULLWINKEL, author of the Booker Prize-longlisted HEADSHOT'Buckle up, it's one hell of a ride'LITERARY HUB, Most anticipated books of 2025'Get your boarding pass out and get ready for some turbulence. Sky Daddy is insane'GARY SHTEYNGART, author of OUR COUNTRY FRIENDS'Breathtakingly audacious'LING MA, author of SeveranceLinda makes $20 an hour as a content moderator, flagging comments that violate a tech conglomerate's terms and conditions. Each night, she returns to the windowless room in a garage that she rents from a family who pretend she isn't there.But once a month, she escapes to San Francisco International Airport for a clandestine meeting on the cheapest flight out that night. Linda's secret is that she's sexually attracted to planes: their intelligent windscreens, sleek fuselages and powerful engines make her feel a way that no human lover ever could.Linda believes her destiny is to someday 'marry' one of her suitors by dying in a plane crash, a catastrophic event that would unite her with her soulmate plane for eternity. So when her co-worker Karina invites her to join a group of women using vision boards to manifest their desires, she can't resist the chance to hasten her romantic fate. However, as the vision boards seem to manifest items more quickly - and more literally - than Linda had expected, the carefully balanced elements of her life begin to spin out of her control, and she must choose between maintaining the trappings of normalcy or launching herself headlong towards her greatest dream.Discover what readers are saying about the wildest book you'll read this year . . . 'This book is truly unlike anything I've read before. It is strange and wild and so enjoyable'NetGalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'As soon as I saw Sky Daddy was available, I stopped everything and ran (digitally) to NetGalley to beg/plead/scream/cry for the book. It is everything I hoped it would be and more. Do yourself a favour and pick up this original and engaging book'NetGalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This book was absolutely wild . . . I laughed out loud at parts of this and I truly had the best time with this. The concept is absurd but it made for a brilliant novel'NetGalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'This is one of my most anticipated reads of 2025 and boy did it live up to my expectations. Such a quirky book but really fascinating to read. I really loved the characters, the storyline, and just how downright weird it was! 100% recommend if you love your books weird and wild. Well done again Kate Folk!!'NetGalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Sky Daddy: A Novel
by Kate Folk&“[A] bizarre and endearing debut . . . We can&’t remember the last time we met a character this singular or read a book this funny.&”—Oprah Daily (Best New Books to Read This Spring)&“Sleek and darkly comical . . . with the melancholic wit and whimsy of Miranda July.&”—The Boston GlobeCross the jet bridge with Linda, a frequent flyer with an unusual obsession, in this &“audaciously imagined and surprisingly tender&” (Rachel Yoder, author of Nightbitch) debut novel by the acclaimed author of Out There.Linda is doing her best to lead a life that would appear normal to the casual observer. Weekdays, she earns $20 an hour moderating comments for a video-sharing platform, then rides the bus home to the windowless garage she rents on the outskirts of San Francisco. But on the last Friday of each month, she indulges her true passion, taking BART to SFO for a round-trip flight to a regional hub. The destination is irrelevant, because each trip means a new date with a handsome stranger—a stranger whose intelligent windscreens, sleek fuselages, and powerful engines make Linda feel a way that no human ever could. . . .Linda knows that she can&’t tell anyone she&’s sexually obsessed with planes. Nor can she reveal her belief that it&’s her destiny to &“marry&” one of her suitors, uniting with her soulmate plane for eternity. But when an opportunity arises to hasten her dream of eternal partnership, and the carefully balanced elements of her life begin to spin out of control, she must choose between maintaining the trappings of normalcy and launching herself headlong toward the love she&’s always dreamed of.Both subversive and unexpectedly heartwarming, Sky Daddy hijacks the classic love story, exploring desire, fate, and the longing to be accepted for who we truly are.
A Sky Full of Dragons (The Wand Keepers #1)
by Tiffany McDanielFor younger fans of Witchlings and Eva Evergreen comes a light-hearted and whimsical middle grade fantasy about a young girl who must save her witch aunt from an uncommonly voracious hat.Where dragons take flight, through the dark of the night. Where the fire ignites, you will find the light. Aunt Cauldroneyes is always looking into cauldrons. She&’s found everything from giggling moons to troll nose rings, but when she looks inside a purple cauldron one stormy night, she finds a girl with blue freckles. The old witch raises the girl and names her Spella. They live in Hungry Snout Forest in a crooked house with doors enchanted to smell like chocolate. In the attic full of floating fabric and biting buttons, Aunt Cauldroneyes teaches Spella how to make magical hats for creatures like unicorns and dragons, giants and goblins. When Spella turns eight, she receives an invitation to Dragon&’s Knob, a school for wand witchery and wizardry. But on the very night Spella is set to leave, a stranger appears with a growling hat that swallows Aunt Cauldroneyes and steals her away! To rescue her aunt, Spella must go up into a sky full of dragons and to her new school. With protesters outside the gates threatening the school&’s academic freedom and a deepening mystery within the walls, Spella and her new friend Tolden are thrust into the mystery of her aunt&’s disappearance and a long-buried secret hidden somewhere in the school.
Sky in the Pie
by Roger McGoughWaiter, there's a sky in my pie!Roger McGough has cooked up a delicious feast of poems. This spicy collection contains only the finest ingredients - wit, sparkle and thought-provoking insight from a very superior source. Get ready to have your tastebuds tickled!Warning: some poems will make you choke with laughter, some need to be chewed very carefully.
The Sky Lords (Gateway Essentials #314)
by John BrosnanThe Gene Wars have turned Earth into a blighted wasteland. Mile-long airships patrol the skies, exacting crippling tribute from the scattered ground communities. Threatened by mutant vegetation and predatory creatures, forced to the brink of starvation by the Sky Lords, Minerva - a former feminist utopia - has had enough. Its rebellion is swiftly crushed and Jan Dorvin, a Minervan warrior, is winched aboard a Sky Lord; towards a fate worse than death. For as a ground dweller and slave - but above all, as a woman - she is now regarded as the lowest form of humanity and is consigned to a life spent serving the sexual appetites of male slaves. But no Minervan could be kept slave for very long.....
Sky & Ty 1: Howdy, Partner!
by Steve BreenMeet the new cowgirl and her T. Rex pardner delivering delightful laughs and rollicking adventure along with their packages from a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner. Perfect for young chapter book graphic novel fans who love Narwhal and Jelly and Unicorn and Yeti.Meet the best delivery service this side of the Mississippi, run by no-nonsense cowgirl Sky and her slightly goofy, but always dependable pardner, T.Rex Ty. No task is too big or two small for this dynamic duo. And they&’ve never missed a delivery yet. But learning to work together hasn't always been easy for them. Saddle up as Sky and Ty figure out they both can help solve a little bear problem. And teamwork and some speedy thinking save the day when they tackle getting thier first package to its destination just in time.The first book in this funny and warm young chapter book graphic novel series by two-time Pulitzer Prize Winner Steve Breen features two stories rendered in vibrant three-color art, interspersed with fun facts, jokes, and activities.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Skyfall
by Harry HarrisonThe largest spaceship ever made is hurtling overhead, falling. Six people are trapped inside with no escape. If it strikes the Earth it will explode with the force of an atomic bomb; what can be done?The mighty 2,000-tonne Prometheus is the largest piece of space hardware ever launched - a joint Soviet-American project to harness solar energy before the power resources of the world run out. But politically and technically the project is doomed, and the nerve-racking predicament of the crew of six shrinks to nothing beside the horrifying destruction which threatens hundreds of thousands of people if no way can be found to move the satellite from it's ever-decreasing orbit towards Earth . . .Skyfall is a tale of incredible terror, giving a foresight of the global disaster which could one day become reality.
“Skygirl On Cloud 9”
by Sharon Birlson Kirkham"Skygirl On Cloud 9" is an entertaining narrative of the amazing globe-trekking adventures of fllight attendant Sharon Birlson Kirkham. Each amusing account recalls one of the exciting opportunities Sharon and her husband Cary have experienced through-out her career, and since. While she says they've done their best to see as much as possible, "the world is a really big place. There are hundreds more trips to be taken and stories to be written, 'but' there are only 365 days in a year...."
Skylanders: The Machine of Doom (Skylanders)
by Onk BeakmanWhen word reaches the Skylanders of a giant, ancient and deadly weapon, Spyro, Gill Grunt, Boomer and Eruptor set out to find it before the evil Kaos can get there first. Can Master Eon's group of heroes use their Elemental powers to save Skylands from The Machine of Doom? Find out in this hilarious and exciting novel starring the characters from the smash hit video game 'Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure'.
Skyler Hawk: Lone Brave
by Sheri WhiteFeatherLike the bold hawk that had flown by her window, the Native American called Skyler was a mystery for Windy Hall. He was only to stay for the summer, a temporary housemate who'd be gone once September came. But even knowing that Sky was bound to move on, Windy couldn't stop her need to lose her innocence to this man who claimed he'd never had any.For a brave loner whose destiny was still unknown, falling for soft-touch Windy could only mean heartache. And yet, as he made sweet Windy his own, Sky felt his defenses crumble. Was she the sign he'd been waiting for--the ultimate destination his weary soul could finally call home?
Skyship
by John BrosnanA giant airship over 2000 feet long, powered by a nuclear reactor. Carrying 400 passengers, as well as cargo, it's the first of a luxury fleet that could revolutionise long-distance travel.The public must be convinced it is safe, but there are powerful groups determined to see the first flight become a spectacular disaster.Michael Colino is hired to thwart sabotage attempts on the maiden voyage...and unless he can avert imminent catastrophe, America's biggest city will become a graveyard.
Slacker (Penworthy Picks Middle School Ser.)
by Gordon KormanFrom the bestselling author of Swindle and Ungifted comes the funny, fantastic story of an underachiever who ends up achieving much more than any overachiever could ever imagine.Cameron Boxer is very happy to spend his life avoiding homework, hanging out with his friends, and gaming for hours in his basement. It's not too hard for him to get away with it . . . until he gets so caught up in one game that he almost lets his house burn down around him.Oops.It's time for some serious damage control--so Cameron and his friends invent a fake school club that will make it seem like they're doing good deeds instead of slacking off. The problem? Some kids think the club is real--and Cameron is stuck being president.Soon Cameron is part of a mission to save a beaver named Elvis from certain extinction. Along the way, he makes some new friends--and some powerful new enemies. The guy who never cared about anything is now at the center of everything . . . and it's going to take all his slacker skills to win this round.
The Slackers, Front to Back! (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Red #Level N)
by Debra Herman"Trouble in the Slacker's house. There's no TV. There's no popcorn. Will the Slackers be able to solve these terrible problems? There's no telling, but they'll surely have fun trying."
The Slackers Guide to U.S. History: The Bare Minimum on Discovering America, the Boston Tea Party, the California Gold Rush, and Lots of Other Stuff Dead White Guys Did
by Don StewartWhat does Miley Cyrus have in common with Sacagawea? How could Steve Jobs have helped Eisenhower? What does the moon landing have to do with the Hilton sisters?In less time than it takes to recite the preamble to the Constitution, most Americans can spout off all their U.S. history knowledge. (Hint: it starts with “In 1492” and ends with “sailed the ocean blue.”) That’s because most history books are as interesting as the phone book—and have the same number of pages. The average Joe (the guy who TiVo’d John Adams on HBO but won’t make Colonial Williamsburg his next vacation spot) needs a witty and edgy history book—and he has it, with with this guide. Hysterical authors—and self-described slackers—Don Stewart and John Pfeifer give readers the bare minimum on important events such as:The Civil War (the war that pitted brother vs. brother—about the bruthas)The expedition of Lewis and Clark (the ultimate road trip)The Boston Tea Party (not much of a party unless that tea was from Long Island)The assassination of JFK (one vacation that ended particularly badly) Combining current pop culture references and accessible historical information, this satirical book catches readers up on what they slept through in History 101.
The Slackers Guide to U.S. History
by Don Stewart John PfeifferWhat does Miley Cyrus have in common with Sacagawea? How could Steve Jobs have helped Eisenhower? What does the moon landing have to do with the Hilton sisters?In less time than it takes to recite the preamble to the Constitution, most Americans can spout off all their U.S. history knowledge. (Hint: it starts with "In 1492" and ends with "sailed the ocean blue.") That's because most history books are as interesting as the phone book--and have the same number of pages. The average Joe (the guy who TiVo'd John Adams on HBO but won't make Colonial Williamsburg his next vacation spot) needs a witty and edgy history book--and he has it, with with this guide. Hysterical authors--and self-described slackers--Don Stewart and John Pfeifer give readers the bare minimum on important events such as:The Civil War (the war that pitted brother vs. brother--about the bruthas)The expedition of Lewis and Clark (the ultimate road trip)The Boston Tea Party (not much of a party unless that tea was from Long Island)The assassination of JFK (one vacation that ended particularly badly) Combining current pop culture references and accessible historical information, this satirical book catches readers up on what they slept through in History 101.
The Slacker's Guide To U.s. History
by Don Stewart John PfeifferCombining current pop culture references and accessible historical information, this satirical book catches readers up on what they slept through in History 101.
The Slackers, Out and About (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Red #Level O)
by Debra HermanLosers? Some people misplace their keys all the time. Some even lose their glasses. But come on --losing the family car? It can happen when the car belongs to the Slacker family.
Slackjaw
by Jim KnipfelIt wasn't until he was in his early twenties that doctors discovered that Jim Knipfel's nearsightedness was the result of an untreatable rare genetic eye disease known as retinitis pigmentosa, which, they said, would leave him blind within a few short years.
Slade Baron's Bride (The Barons #4)
by Sandra MartonRead this classic romance by bestselling author Sandra Marton, now available for the first time in e-book!When just one night leads to a whole lifetime...It was something Slade had never done before. But Lara Stevens had the face of an angel, and—like him—was facing an overnight delay to her plane. Before he knew it, he was suggesting they spend their time together...When Lara looked into Slade Baron’s eyes, they were her undoing. No man had ever looked at her this way, or made her feel this way. Who would she hurt if she accepted his invitation? He wanted her, and she wanted... A baby.Book 3 in The Barons miniseriesOriginally published in 1999
Slade's Secret Son
by Elizabeth AugustMemories flooded Slade Logan at first glimpse of Lisa Gray. More than two years ago she'd shared his bed, but deeply guarded guilt had made it impossible for him to share his life. So Lisa left...though not alone. She'd taken with her a precious part of him...and borne their baby.A brush with tragedy told Lisa that her child needed his father...even if Slade could never need her. And when Slade demanded they marry, she knew it was for their son's benefit. But something in her husband's rough-hewn features changed when he looked at her and their little boy. Could Slade make room in his haunted heart for two?
Slap Shot: Bryant (Nashville Sound #2)
by Alicia Hunter PaceTwo deeply scarred souls struggle with forbidden feelings in this heartfelt second novel in the Nashville Sound series.Life has taught defenseman Bryant Taylor never to look back and never to get serious about a woman. His ill, pregnant wife died while he was off playing an away game, leaving him—and both their families—heartbroken. Jokes and puck bunnies are his style now, and he’s sticking to it. Gabriella Charbonnet has idolized her brother Emile since he rescued her from their violently abusive father when she was eleven—and he’s supported her ever since. He even agreed to play for the Sound so that she could apprentice as a pastry chef in nearby Beauford, Tennessee. When Bryant and Gabriella find themselves thrown together at a society fundraiser, sparks fly. But Gabriella wants nothing to do with hockey players, aside from her brother, who just so happens to be Bryant’s best friend. The first rule of the bro code? Don’t mess with sisters. There are plenty of reasons why starting a relationship would be all kinds of wrong, yet walking away from each other doesn’t prove to be as easy as they thought. Sensuality Level: Sensual
Slappy, Beware! (Goosebumps)
by R. L. StineThe untold true story of Slappy in a terrifying new special edition!This is Slappy's world-- you only scream in it! But where did he come from? And can he ever be destroyed?Slappy the ventriloquist’s dummy has only one mission in his tiny, deranged mind: do evil every day, all day. His creator, powerful sorcerer Darkwell the Magician, has warned him that should he fail to cause chaos before the sun sets each day, he will sleep FOREVER. Normally, this is a piece of poisonous cake for Slappy—but he may have met his match in the Carlton family. Each attempt at evil ends in disaster, and the dummy starts to panic. Will Slappy’s scariest day yet bring an end to his reign of terror?This special edition features four full page pieces of original Slappy art!
Slappy Birthday to You (Goosebumps SlappyWorld #1)
by R. L. StineGoosebumps now on Disney+!The evil dummy comes to life to tell his own twisted tales and scary stories!It's bad enough Ian Barker has to spend his twelfth birthday with his sister and their two annoying cousins. The four of them can't ever hang out without getting into trouble. Vinnie and Jonny always want to play with Ian's stuff. They take extra turns and break everything they touch. Even Ian's new birthday presents are up for grabs. But when Ian gets a Slappy dummy from his dad, things go from bad to worse. When Slappy's in charge, you don't fight over him, he fights over you!
Slappy in Dreamland (Goosebumps SlappyWorld)
by R. L. StineThis is Slappy's world -- You only scream in it!Richard Hsieh's life is about to become a total nightmare. His dad studies dreams and they hook his new Slappy doll up to the dream machine as a joke. All of a sudden, Richard's dreams are becoming scarier and scarier. Each time, seeing Slappy, his birthday present, come to life and wreak havoc. But they're only dreams, right? When his cousin Willow comes to spend a few days with him, she, too, begins to dream of Slappy. It's impossible! But when Slappy threatens to invade more kids' dreams, they’ll have to figure out how to defeat him before he becomes a dream master.
Slappy New Year! (Goosebumps HorrorLand #18)
by R.L. StineIn this spinoff to the New York Times–bestselling Goosebumps series, a tween goes to an amusement park and brings home an enchanted mannequin.Ray Gordon loves to scare his younger brother, Brandon. It’s not hard considering Brandon is terrified of everything—loud noises, roller coasters, and especially the wooden dummy, Slappy, that Ray got from the HorrorLand theme park gift shop. Then Ray’s parents warn him that he will not be able to throw his big New Year’s Eve if he doesn’t stop teasing Brandon. But strange, mean-spirited things keep happening to his little brother, and Slappy always seems to be around for it. Could that spell Ray read out loud actually have brought the dummy to life?