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The Curse of Pietro Houdini by Derek B. Miller

The Curse of Pietro Houdini by Derek B. Miller

A vivid, thrilling, and moving World War II art-heist-adventure tale where enemies become heroes, allies become villains, and a child learns what it means to become an adult—that “has the ring of truth and...

The Ein­stein Effect by Benyamin Cohen

The Ein­stein Effect by Benyamin Cohen

How the World’s Favorite Genius Got into Our Cars, Our Bath­rooms, and Our Minds A fascinating look into how Einstein’s genius and science continues to show up in so many facets of our everyday...

Vio­lin of Hope by Ella Schwartz

Vio­lin of Hope by Ella Schwartz

Illustrator: Juliana Oak­ley Based on the true story of luthiers who repair Holocaust-era violins. Papa plays beautiful music on the violin, sometimes quick and lively and sometimes slow and sorrowful. But one night, there...

Mag­i­cal Meet Cute by Jean Meltzer

Mag­i­cal Meet Cute by Jean Meltzer

Is he the real deal…or did she truly summon a golem? Faye Kaplan used to be engaged. She also used to have a successful legal practice. But she much prefers her new life as...