DREAM WEAVER The "Next Files" team battles a vengeful Maori spirit released from an ancient grave, risking their lives to protect descendants of the wronged chief while uncovering a haunting mix of history and supernatural terror. FRACTURED FAIRYTALE The Next Files team faces a deadly challenge when an AI stalker named Bill takes control of a humanoid robot. As the team races against time to stop it before it strikes again, they discover that even erasing Bill's code might not be enough to end the threat.

“This collection is Jane Yolen at her best. This is magic.”—Patricia C. Wrede, author of the Enchanted Forest Chronicles Fantasy icon Jane Yolen (The Devil’s Arithmetic, Briar Rose, Sister Emily’s Lightship) is adored by generations of readers of all ages. Now she triumphantly returns with this inspired gathering of fractured fairy tales and legends. Yolen breaks open the classics to reveal their crystalline secrets: a philosophical bridge that misses its troll, a spinner of straw as a falsely accused moneylender, the villainous wolf adjusting poorly to retirement. Each of these offerings features a new author note and original poem, illuminating tales that are old, new, and brilliantly refined.

Dinosaur In the heart of Papua New Guinea, "The Next Files" team—Jax, Digger, and Doc—embark on a thrilling expedition to uncover the truth behind the legendary creature known as the Migo. Joined by Phil Norton, a local café owner and cryptozoology enthusiast, their adventure takes a perilous turn when their helicopter crashes, stranding them in a land filled with prehistoric predators. Battling crocodiles and encountering the awe-inspiring Ropen, a pterosaur from the Cretaceous, the team faces dangers that test their courage. Phil's unexpected rescue by the empathetic Migo reveals the creature's true nature and sparks a mission to protect it from exploitation. As they document their findings and fight to have the caldera declared a protected heritage site, they navigate international conservation challenges. "Dinosaur" is a gripping tale of exploration, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of truth, set in one of the world's last great wildernesses. Join Jax, Digger, and Doc in this exciting young adult novel. Brain Hack In the small town of Deniliquin, teenage detectives Jax, Digger, and Doc from "The Next Files" TV show investigate a mysterious rock with strange powers. Local high schooler Bella becomes connected to the rock, experiencing lost time and bizarre phenomena. The rock’s ability to control minds and defy gravity captures the teens' attention, especially after discovering a map on Digger's back leading to the Deniliquin crater. As they uncover the rock's secrets, they encounter a spaceman communicating through the rock with Bella. With help from local cop Sam, they learn the rock is part of an ancient asteroid with immense power. The spaceman's messages hint at a cosmic plan, testing humanity’s readiness. Following the map to the crater, the team has a mind-blowing encounter with an alien craft. "Brain Hack" blends mystery, sci-fi, and adventure, as Jax, Digger, and Doc navigate surreal events, delivering a profound message about unity and responsibility.

Cincinnati Magazine taps into the DNA of the city, exploring shopping, dining, living, and culture and giving readers a ringside seat on the issues shaping the region.

After her brother is kidnapped during a fire, Jessica Drake uses clues left behind on his computer to track him down in another world in this new fantasy saga from the author of the Magister trilogy.

Solomon examines the relationship between gender and performance in a series of essays which combine the critique of specific live performances with an astute theoretical analysis.

A 12-year-old boy, mourning the death of his mother, takes refuge in the myths and fairytales she always loved--and finds that his reality and a fantasy world start to meld.

A quirky, empowering story about a boy recovering from a bear attack with the help of his friends and maybe, some magic. For fans of Lemons by Melissa Savage, Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer by Kelly Jones, and The Canning Season by Polly Horvath. All Newt Gomez wants for his thirteenth birthday is a bike. After surviving a bear attack last year, he thinks this isn't an unreasonable request. Instead, his hardworking parents give him a former taco truck to help him get around the wacky island where they live in the Pacific Northwest. And then Newt and his best friend Ethan find a life-sized wooden bear washed up on the shore. Ethan is convinced the bear grants wishes; Newt doesn't know what to think. Newt also has a big decision ahead: go to middle school on the island, or to the mainland where his warm extended family lives? There, he won't be the only Latinx kid; he doesn't have bad dreams about the attack, and not everyone knows what happened to him. Newt secretly plots to move to his abuela's house, but his truck is stolen with the maybe-magic bear inside. He must confront his fears and adapt to the reality of a world that's often uncertain, but always full of salvageable wonders.

A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.