R. H. Sin

Robert M. Drake

Winter Roses: After All by R.H. Sin is a poignant poetry collection that explores themes of love, heartbreak, and healing. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt verse, Sin reflects on the complexities of relationships, self-discovery, and the journey toward emotional resilience. This collection captures the beauty of vulnerability and the strength found in embracing one’s feelings, offering readers solace and inspiration along the way.

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

There's a harshness in the air; the season is changing its colors. The rain is chilled, icy to the touch, and the sky, filled with melancholy. Your search for warmth has brought you here; you starve for something profound. You require something that will resonate with your soul. Despite how cold, you're determined to grow. And with these words, you bloom, a winter rose.

Winter Roses after Fall

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Sarah Knight

Get Your Sht Together* by Sarah Knight is a no-nonsense self-help guide that encourages readers to take control of their lives and stop procrastinating. With her signature humor and straightforward advice, Knight offers practical strategies for managing time, setting goals, and overcoming self-doubt. This empowering book inspires readers to take actionable steps towards personal growth and create a life they truly want.

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

How to Stop Worrying about What You Should Do So You Can Finish What You Need to Do and Start Doing What You Want to Do

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE LIFE-CHANGING MAGIC OF NOT GIVING A F*CK AND YOU DO YOU The no-f*cks-given, no-holds-barred guide to living your best lifeEver find yourself stuck at the office-or even just glued to the couch-when you really want to get out (for once), get to the gym (at last), and get started on that "someday" project you're always putting off? It's time to get your sh*t together. In The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck, "anti-guru" Sarah Knight introduced readers to the joys of mental decluttering. This book takes you one step further--organizing the f*cks you want and need to give, and cutting through the bullsh*t cycle of self-sabotage to get happy and stay that way. You'll discover: The Power of Negative Thinking Three simple tools for getting your sh*t together How to spend less and save more Ways to manage anxiety, avoid avoidance, and conquer your fear of failure And tons of other awesome sh*t! Praise for Sarah Knight"Genius." --Cosmopolitan"Self-help to swear by." --The Boston Globe"Hilarious... truly practical." --Booklist

Get Your Sh*t Together

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Nicholas Sparks

The Choice by Nicholas Sparks is a romantic drama that follows the story of Travis Parker, a dedicated bachelor living in a small town who meets his new neighbor, Gabby Holland. Despite their initial differences, a deep connection blossoms between them. When Gabby faces a life-altering decision, Travis must confront his own feelings and make a choice that will change both their lives forever. This heartfelt novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of the choices we make.

The Choice

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Ernest Hemingway

The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway is a timeless novella that tells the story of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman who struggles to catch a giant marlin after an extended streak of bad luck. As he battles the fish for days on end, Santiago reflects on his life, dreams, and the nature of perseverance. This poignant tale explores themes of courage, dignity, and the relentless human spirit in the face of adversity.

*Winner of the Pulitzer Prize* “A beautiful tale, awash in the seasalt and sweat, bait and beer of the Havana coast. It tells a fundamental human truth: in a volatile world, from our first breath to our last wish, through triumphs and pitfalls both trivial and profound, what sustains us, ultimately, is hope.” —The Guardian The last of his novels Ernest Hemingway saw published, The Old Man and the Sea has proved itself to be one of the most enduring works of American fiction. The story of a down-on-his-luck Cuban fisherman and his supreme ordeal—a relentless, agonizing battle with a giant marlin far out in the Gulf Stream—has been cherished by generations of readers. Hemingway takes the timeless themes of courage in the face of adversity and personal triumph won from loss and transforms them into a magnificent twentieth-century classic. First published in 1952, this hugely popular tale confirmed his power and presence in the literary world and played a large part in his winning the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature.

Old Man and the Sea

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Jaycee Dugard

A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard is a harrowing memoir detailing her 18 years of captivity after being abducted at age 11. In her own words, Jaycee recounts the trauma she endured, the years of isolation, and her eventual rescue. Despite the unimaginable suffering, this memoir is a powerful testament to her resilience and survival.

A Memoir

The woman abducted at age 11 by a man and woman who subsequently held her hostage and sexually abused her for 18 years discusses her life.

A Stolen Life

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Tommy Orange

There There by Tommy Orange is a powerful and multi-layered novel that weaves together the stories of twelve Native American characters, all connected by their shared heritage and their journey to a powwow in Oakland, California. As their paths converge, the novel explores themes of identity, trauma, and the complexities of modern Native life. Gripping and poignant, There There is a profound reflection on the struggles and resilience of urban Native communities.

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

A Novel

Twelve Native Americans came to the Big Oakland Powwow for different reasons. Jacquie Red Feather is newly sober and trying to make it back to the family she left behind in shame. Dene Oxendene is pulling his life together after his uncle's death and has come to work the powwow and to honor his uncle's memory. Edwin Frank has come to find his true father. Bobby Big Medicine has come to drum the Grand Entry. Opal Viola Victoria Bear Shield has come to watch her nephew Orvil Red Feather. Orvil has taught himself Indian dance through YouTube videos, and he has come to the powwow to dance in public for the very first time. Tony Loneman is a young Native American boy whose future seems destined to be as bleak as his past, and he has come to the Powwow with darker intentions -- intentions that will destroy the lives of everyone in his path.

There There

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Samantha Hayes

The Inheritance by Samantha Hayes is a gripping psychological thriller about family secrets and betrayal. When a family matriarch passes away, her unexpected will reveals shocking truths, sparking tension and suspicion among her loved ones. As dark secrets come to light, the family is forced to confront the deadly consequences of their past. Twisty and suspenseful, this novel keeps readers on edge until the final revelation.

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

An Absolutely Unputdownable Psychological Thriller with a Shocking Twist

I thought he took my secret to the grave. But the truth can't stay buried forever... In the wake of my darling husband's death, I am so lucky to have my three beautiful, grown-up daughters by my side at our holiday home in Scotland. We need some time together, to recover from the shock. But I also need to set some things straight about their beloved father... I've always known this house was the perfect place to bury secrets - remote, isolated, surrounded by nothing but miles of dense forest. But this time I'm not here to hide more of my lies. I'm here to expose one. I promise everything I've ever done has been to protect my daughters. I just hope they understand that too... By the end of the trip, nothing will ever be the same again. I knew revealing the truth about the inheritance would have consequences, but I could never have imagined we wouldn't all survive it. And now the truth is out, am I in danger too...? A totally gripping psychological thriller from an Amazon No1. bestseller that will have your head spinning and your jaw on the floor with every twist. Fans of The Housemaid, Gone Girl and The Family Upstairs won't be able to put this down! What readers are saying about Samantha Hayes: 'Wow!!!!! Loved!!!!! Unforgettable!!!!!... a jaw-dropping ending that I never saw coming, not in a million years.' Blue Moon Blogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'THIS. WAS. INCREDIBLE... Nail-biting... Kept me up way past my bedtime. I was sucked into the drama and couldn't put it down. I cannot find a single flaw... Every plot twist had me gasping... A wild ride... Gosh this was incredible.' @mariaareadss, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Inheritance

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Sulari Gentill

The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill is a thrilling mystery where four strangers are drawn together by a woman’s scream in the Boston Public Library. As they bond over the incident, they soon realize one of them is hiding a dangerous secret. Blending suspense, deception, and storytelling, this novel keeps readers guessing as the line between truth and fiction blurs.

"With each new chapter, The Woman in the Library opens the door to new histories. More murders...more clues...As Gentill's characters grow, the desire to know more about each ensnares us, and the only way out is to read to the end." --New York Journal of Books

Ned Kelly award winning author, Sulari Gentill sets this mystery-within-a-mystery in motion with a deceptively simple, Dear Hannah, What are you writing?pulling us into theornate reading room at the Boston Public Library.

But fair reader, in every person's story, there is something to hide...

The tranquility is shattered by a woman's terrified scream. Security guards take charge immediately, instructing everyone inside to stay put until the threat is identified and contained. While they wait for the all-clear, four strangers, who'd happened to sit at the same table, pass the time in conversation and friendships are struck. Each has his or her own reasons for being in the reading room that morning--it just happens that one is a murderer.

Sulari Gentill delivers a sharply thrilling read with The Woman in the Library, an unexpectedly twisty literary adventure that examines the complicated nature of friendship and shows us that words can be the most treacherous weapons of all.

The Woman in the Library

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Anna Todd

After We Collided by Anna Todd is the second book in the After series, continuing the turbulent love story of Tessa and Hardin. As secrets from Hardin’s past come to light, their relationship is tested like never before. Filled with passion, drama, and heartache, this installment explores whether love can survive betrayal and trust can be rebuilt.

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

"Book two of the After series--the Internet sensation with millions of readers. Tessa didn't plan on meeting H. during her freshman year of college. But now that she has, her life will never be the same same"--

After We Collided

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Peter Swanson

Nine Lives by Peter Swanson is a gripping mystery that follows nine seemingly unconnected strangers who each receive a list of names, including their own. As these people begin to die one by one, the remaining survivors must uncover the link between them before it’s too late. Suspenseful and full of twists, Nine Lives explores fate, revenge, and the dark secrets that bind people together.

"[A] smartly entertaining reimagining of Agatha Christie's classic And Then There Were None... Swanson cunningly plays with readers' heads as we hope so-and-so gets it next."-- Washington Post 

If you're on the list, someone wants you dead.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Eight Perfect Murders comes the heart-pounding story of nine strangers who receive a cryptic list with their names on it--and then begin to die in highly unusual circumstances.

Nine strangers receive a list with their names on it in the mail. Nothing else, just a list of names on a single sheet of paper. None of the nine people know or have ever met the others on the list. They dismiss it as junk mail, a fluke--until very, very bad things begin happening to people on the list.

First, a well-liked old man is drowned on a beach in the small town of Kennewick, Maine. Then, a father is shot in the back while running through his quiet neighborhood in suburban Massachusetts. A frightening pattern is emerging, but what do these nine people have in common? Their professions range from oncology nurse to aspiring actor, and they're located all over the country. So why are they all on the list, and who sent it?

FBI agent Jessica Winslow, who is on the list herself, is determined to find out. Could there be some dark secret that binds them all together? Or is this the work of a murderous madman? As the mysterious sender stalks these nine strangers, they find themselves constantly looking over their shoulders, wondering who will be crossed off next...

Nine Lives

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Caroline Kepnes

You Love Me is the third book in Caroline Kepnes’ hit You series, now a Netflix sensation. In this thrilling installment, Joe Goldberg is trying to start fresh in a new town, leaving his dark past behind. But when he becomes fixated on a new woman, his dangerous obsessions and manipulative tendencies resurface, pulling him back into a cycle of love and control.

A You Novel

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Can’t get enough of Joe Goldberg? Don’t miss the latest thriller in Caroline Kepnes’s compulsively readable You series, with an all-new plot not seen in the blockbuster Netflix show. “Fiendish, fast-paced, and very funny.”—Paula Hawkins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Girl on the Train ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF THE YEAR—Cosmopolitan, PopSugar, Literary Hub Joe Goldberg is done with the cities. He’s done with the muck and the posers, done with Love. Now he’s saying hello to nature, to simple pleasures on a cozy island in the Pacific Northwest. For the first time in a long time, he can just breathe. He gets a job at the local library—he does know a thing or two about books—and that’s where he meets her: Mary Kay DiMarco. Librarian. Joe won’t meddle, he will not obsess. He’ll win her the old-fashioned way . . . by providing a shoulder to cry on, a helping hand. Over time, they’ll both heal their wounds and begin their happily ever after in this sleepy town. The trouble is . . . Mary Kay already has a life. She’s a mother. She’s a friend. She’s . . . busy. True love can only triumph if both people are willing to make room for the real thing. Joe cleared his decks. He’s ready. And hopefully, with his encouragement and undying support, Mary Kay will do the right thing and make room for him.

You Love Me

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Tess Sharpe

Parents should be aware that Tess Sharpe’s The Girls I’ve Been is a suspenseful thriller centered around a bank robbery and a hostage situation. The story includes positive LGBTQ+ representation, with strong themes of overcoming past emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Healing from trauma is a central focus of the narrative.

Now in paperback and soon to be a Netflix film starring Millie Bobbie Brown! In this feminist, suspenseful thriller the daughter of a con artist is taken hostage in a bank heist—and will need to tap into all her skills in order to survive. A FORBES, BUZZFEED, BOOK RIOT AND KIRKUS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Nora O'Malley's been a lot of girls. As the daughter of a con-artist who targets criminal men, she grew up as her mother's protégé. But when her mom fell for the mark instead of conning him, Nora pulled the ultimate con: escape. For five years Nora's been playing at normal. But she needs to dust off the skills she ditched because she has three problems: #1: Her ex walked in on her with her girlfriend. Even though they're all friends, Wes didn't know about her and Iris. #2: The morning after Wes finds them kissing, they all have to meet to deposit the fundraiser money they raised at the bank. It's a nightmare that goes from awkward to deadly, because: #3: Right after they enter the bank, two guys start robbing it. The bank robbers may be trouble, but Nora's something else entirely. They have no idea who they're really holding hostage . . .

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Winter Roses after Fall

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The Choice

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Old Man and the Sea

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A Stolen Life

Tommy Orange

There There

Samantha Hayes

The Inheritance

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Anna Todd

After We Collided

Peter Swanson

Nine Lives

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You Love Me

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The Girls I've Been

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A Stolen Life

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There There

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After We Collided

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