Boys' Life is the official youth magazine for the Boy Scouts of America. Published since 1911, it contains a proven mix of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting.

A bookstore clerk blogs while fighting off the zombie apocalypse in this chilling adventure by the New York Times–bestselling author of Asylum. Allison Hewitt and her five colleagues at the Brooks and Peabody Bookstore are trapped together when the zombie outbreak hits. Allison reaches out for help through her blog, writing on her laptop and utilizing the military’s emergency wireless network (SNET). It may also be her only chance to reach her mother. But as the reality of their situation sinks in, Allison’s blog becomes a harrowing account of her edge-of-the-seat adventures (with some witty sarcasm thrown in) as she and her companions fight their way through ravenous zombies and sometimes even more dangerous humans. Praise for Allison Hewitt Is Trapped “A smart and furious thrill ride.” —Ilona Andrews, New York Times–bestselling author of Magic Bleeds “An engaging and addictive adventure story.” —Christine Warren, New York Times–bestselling author of The Others series “[An] obvious talent for witty characters and gory action sequences.” —Publishers Weekly

Ted the Tortoise is a loving tortoise with a big heart and a deep connection with his family. He has anxiety when in social situations, which often makes everyday life difficult for him. Ted the Tortoise Comes Out of His Shell portrays Ted's dedication, even as a short and slow-moving tortoise, of becoming a basketball player. Like anything else, it takes a lot of practice and hard work. He soon develops a support system that he leans on for advice, encouragement, and friendship. This helps Ted the Tortoise come out of his shell to overcome the odds to accomplish his goals. Your kids will enjoy the sweet characters, positive message, rhymes throughout, and the book's beautiful artwork!

The death of the supernatural Earth King, Gaborn, sets off a revolution by powerful immortal beings who are targeting Gaborn's son Fallion.

This collection of eleven evocative, accessible and funny stories for children of 5+ tells how a particular animal came to be as it is now. The Whale grew up in God's vegetable patch but was banished to sea when he became too large and crushed all His carrots; the Polar Bear was lured to the North Pole by the other animals who were jealous that she always won the annual beauty contest; the Hare has asked the moon to marry him but can never stretch his ears high enough to hear her reply; the Bee must sip honey all day long to sweeten the bitter demon that runs through his veins . . . each story is a delight for reading alone or aloud.

Hold onto your sides! The author of the uproarious The Llama Who Had A Hole Through His Head is back with a second book of stories of humour. Martin Smith and his motley troupe of players return to present In Finite Jest, a collection of fourteen madcap tales filled with absurd surrealism, sharply observed insight and, above all else, endlessly entertaining fun. A woman unlucky in love purchases a micro-husband on-line. A snobby wine enthusiast applies for a grant from the Arts Council, then seeks to enhance his chances of success through his "lived experience". A young lamb comes of age, only to struggle to find his true place in the world. Five friends and an unexpected other race to determine who is the fastest amongst them. A garbo attempts to win a much-coveted gold medal. Two brothers setting off to the Great War make a solemn promise to their new brides. A lonely hippopotamus finds friendship and fame when she becomes a comedian. And the first couple are in therapy. These hilarious stories are sure to have the reader laughing out loud and leave them wanting more.