authors

Text and illustrations briefly describe the childhoods of a number of famous authors, and invites readers to wonder whether they might become the authors of the future.

A bestselling author's wife has been found dead in a gorgeous black evening gown, sitting at the head of a formally set dinner table. Her most chilling feature, her face is frozen in a ghastly smile. At first it seems as though a deranged psychopath is reenacting the gruesome murders from the victim's husband's bestseller, The Witch Hunter. But investigator Jessica Niemi soon realizes she's not looking for a single killer but rather dozens of believers in a sinister form of witchcraft. They know her every move and are always one step ahead. As the bodies start piling up, Jessica knows they won't stop until they get what they want. And when her dark past comes to light, Jessica finds herself battling her own demons while desperately trying to catch a coven of killers before they claim their next victim.

Tracing the fifteen-year fallout of a toxic high school rumor, a novel about the power of stories; and who gets to steel them.

"Raised in a wealthy family in Sepphoris with ties to the ruler of Galilee, Ana is rebellious and ambitious, a relentless seeker with a brilliant, curious mind and a daring spirit. She yearns for a pursuit worthy of her life, but finds no outlet for her considerable talents. Defying the expectations placed on women, she engages in furtive scholarly pursuits and writes secret narratives about neglected and silenced women. When she meets the eighteen-year-old Jesus, each is drawn to and enriched by the other's spiritual and philosophical ideas. He becomes a floodgate for her intellect, but also the awakener of her heart. Ana's impetuous streak occasionally invites danger. When one such foray forces her to flee Nazareth for her safety shortly before Jesus's public ministry begins, she makes her way with Yaltha to Alexandria, where she eventually finds refuge and purpose in unexpected surroundings"--Provided by publisher.

A bilingual biography of Jos? Mart?, who dedicated his life to the promotion of liberty for all men and women. Includes author's note, afterword, and author's sources.

"Agueda Chacon Churruca made a great fortune writing her horror books, her readers adored her, although she hated them: 'I write to make them suffer,' she would say. In fact, Agueda detested everyone, especially her family, whom she always labeled as sloppy, lazy, clingy, and having ugly hair. One tragic day, Agueda dies electrocuted in her massage chair and leaves her immense fortune to that relative who can manage to spend twelve nights in her collection of haunted houses. Ghosts, possessed dolls, enchanted castles, and endless frightening situations await the Chacon family"--Provided by the publisher.

Once the prized possession of a Russian author, a typewriter with a Cyrillic keyboard is neglected after being brought to America until a new owner makes it click, clack, and ring. Includes information about immigrants and basic typing instructions.

Everyone's favorite cat shares a collection of his favorite quotes about compassion and kindness, from Booker T. Washington to Henry James.

"A middle-grade biography about literary icon Louisa May Alcott"--Provided by publisher.

"Grace's aunt Lily is a writer. She works with words every day and teaches Grace interesting words like 'melancholy' and 'delirious.' But Lily is often 'flummoxed' by her writing. Her stories don't go anywhere, her desk is a mess, and her writer's group can't help. So Lily posts an ad: A writer of books needs an assistant, a coach, a helper, for inspiration and some magic! The next day, Grace opens the door, and there is Rex: a Labrador retriever who will change Grace's life, and Lily's. The word 'amazing' is an everyday word for Rex, who inspires Lily, and helps Grace find the words to write her own story"--Provided by publisher.