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The Spy Who Came For Christmas
by David Morrell
It’s Christmas Eve in Santa Fe, but among the revelers on Canyon Road, a decidedly unholy scene is taking place. A desperate man, dressed all in black, feverishly seeks refuge for himself and the squirming bundle he holds tightly against his breast. Agent Paul Kagan’s bundle is a baby who has the power to change the course of global events. His pursuers are his former colleagues—members of the Russian mafia who... (more)
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The spirit world
by Panos Karnezis
`unexpectedly haunting, its details catching like splinters in that part of the imagination that responds to pure storytelling'. --TLS 'Panos Karnezis writes with assurance of a world which must, perforce, be closed to him' --Daily Mail 'impressive third novel . . . despair, cruelty, generosity, scandal, suspicion, and suicide, all told with immense verve and skill.' --Sunday Times, Culture 'Panos Karnezis's... (more)
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Itsy-Bitsy Babies
by Margaret Wild
A highly acclaimed writer and illustrator team up to create the ideal adorable book for babies and toddlers All the itsy bitsy babies are warm and snug. All the itsy bitsy babies want to hug, hug, hug! All the itsy bitsy babies are full of bliss. All the itsy bitsy babies want to kiss, kiss, kiss! With charming illustrations and rhythmic text that is perfect for reading aloud, this wonderful story... (more)
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Mail Harry to the Moon
by Robie H. Harris, Michael Emberley
Nobody told this older brother that having a new little brother would mean big changes, and he's FED UP! It's time to mail Harry to the moon so life can go back to the way it was before Harry: No more spit-up! No more grabbing! No more wailing in the night! But along the way, baby Harry might just help our hero see that being a big brother means more than just a big nuisance-it means adventure and... (more)
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Girlfriends' Guide to Baby Gear
by Vicki Iovine
Vicki Iovine and her passel of friends tell mothers-to-be when to skimp and when to splurge, and which hand-me-downs are safe and which are sorry. Readers will get advice on... € Where to get what you need € Crib and car seat dos and don'ts € Wardrobe musts and misses-for mother and child € Stocking the nursery and the rest of the house € What every new mom should have on hand for herself € Which... (more)
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First Meals
by Annabel Karmel
Completely revised, First Meals bursts with dozens of new color photographs and more than 200 recipes to entice even the fussiest baby or toddler. This classic cookbook covers the essentials-from flavorful first purées, winning lunchbox combos and easy-to-make family meals to finger-licking picnic and party noshes-while delighting the eye and providing hardworking information on nutrition, preparation and... (more)
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The Baby Book
Everything You Need to Know About Your Baby from Birth to Age Two
by Martha Sears, William Sears
Brought thoroughly up-to-date-with the latest information on everything from diapering to daycare, from midwifery to hospital "birthing rooms," from postpartum nutrition to infant development-THE BABY BOOK remains the one must-have resource for today's new parents. In this perennially bestselling and encyclopedic guide, Dr. Bill and Martha Sears draw from their vast experience both as medical professionals and as... (more)
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Walsh Family: Book 1
Watermelon
by Marian Keyes
February the fifteenth is a very special day for me. It is the day I gave birth to my first child. It is also the day my husband left me...I can only assume the two events weren't entirely unrelated. Claire has everything she ever wanted: a husband she adores, a great apartment, a good job. Then, on the day she gives birth to their first baby, James informs her that he's leaving her. Claire is left with a newborn... (more)
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Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas
by James Patterson
Talk about a change of pace! Renowned suspense writer and Edgar Awardwinner James Patterson, author of such bestsellers-turned-blockbuster-movies as "Along Came a Spider" and "Kiss the Girls", exposes his sensitive side in his new novel, Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas. Katie Wilkinson's boyfriend Matt dumps her; not a total cad, he leaves her a gift, a diary kept by Suzanne, his first wife, for their... (more)
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Babies
by Ros Asquith
There are big babies and little babies, Do-lots and do-little babies, Happy babies, cross babies, And "I'll show you who's boss" babies... With an affectionate text and heartwarming illustrations, this is the perfect book to share with your baby.
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Growing Up with Language: How Children Learn to Talk
by Naomi S. Baron
Linguistics professor Naomi Baron applies her professional expertise to the study of how children master the skill of language, a book that is "not just accessible but actually enjoyable for the average reader . . . (with) useful information on how humans create speech and language" (Bloomsbury Review).
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Moo, Baa, La La La!
by Sandra Boynton
Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.
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What to Expect
What to Expect the First Year
by Arlene Eisenberg, Heidi Eisenberg Murkoff
(Workman Publishing) Consumer text provides virtually everything new parents need to know about the care and feeding of an infant. Covers monthly growth and development, feeding for every age and stage, and sleep strategies. Offers practical tips and the most current medical advice. Previous edition: c1989. Softcover, hardcover not yet available.
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Sign Language for Babies and Toddlers
by Christopher Brown
All parents know the frustrations of trying to work out a child’s needs when they are too young to communicate with words. This easy-to-use guide helps parents teach their children basic signs, allowing the child to express themselves from as early as seven months. An introduction explains how baby signing developed and its uses for the reader and their child. This leads into the main body of the book which is... (more)
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The Attachment Parenting Book
A Commonsense Guide to Understanding and Nurturing Your Baby
by William Sears, Martha Sears
Is it OK to sleep with your newborn baby? How old is too old for breastfeeding? These questions and more are answered in this latest addition to the Sears Parenting Library. Attachment Parenting encourages early, strong, and sustained attention to the new baby's needs and this book outlines the steps that will create the most lasting bonds between parents and their children. Practical and inspirational, this... (more)
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Fuzzy Fuzzy Fuzzy!
A Touch, Skritch, and Tickle Book
by Sandra Boynton
COW Tousle her fuzzy blue hair. Rub her fuzzy pink nose. PUPPY Skritch the rough brown pad of his paw. PIGGY Stroke her smooth pink snout. Touch her cool green glasses. TURKEY Feel his bumpy red wattle. DUCK Tickle her soft white tummy. and 2 BIRDIES The blue one is crabby. The yellow one is happy. Open the eggs to see what these guys say....
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Language Development: An Introduction (with Audio CD) (6th Edition)
by Robert E. Owens
Clearly written, well organized, and comprehensive, Language Development is the most widely used text in its field. In recognition of the tremendous language variations among children, the Sixth Edition of this highly readable text devotes significant space to individual developmental differences and cultural differences. Discussion of other cultures is included in the text wherever possible. In addition, the... (more)
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Silent to the Bone
by E. L. Konigsburg
Connor is sure his best friend, Branwell, couldn't have hurt Branwell's baby half sister, Nikki. But Nikki lies in a coma, and Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral center, suspected of a horrible crime and unable to utter the words to tell what really happened. Connor is the only one who might be able to break through Branwell's wall of silence. But how can he prove Branwell didn't commit the unspeakable act of... (more)
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New First Three Years of Life: Completely Revised and Updated
by Burton L. White
THE MOST IMPORTANT GUIDE TO EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT EVER WRITTEN First published in 1975, The First Three Years of Life became an instant classic. Based on Burton White's thirty-seven years of observation and research, this detailed guide to the month-by-month mental, physical, social, and emotional development of infants and toddlers has supported and guided hundreds of thousands of parents. Now... (more)
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Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies: Effects on Speech and Resonance
by Ann W. Kummer
Health care professionals dealing with craniofacial anomalies and genetic syndromes have a one-stop reference and care guideline resource in this comprehensive volume. From basic information on anatomy, physiology, and embryology of the face and oral cavity to details of speech, feeding, and prognoses, the information needed by speech-language pathologists and other caregivers is organized for fingertip access. ... (more)

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