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El vampiro bailarín (Serie Bat Pat #Volumen 6)
by Roberto PavanelloContinúan las aventuras del murciélago detective Bat Pat y los hermanos Silver: Leo, Martin y Rebecca. ¡¡¡HOLA!!! SOY BAT PAT.OS VOY A CONTAR UNA HISTORIA QUE OS PONDRÁ LOS PELOS DE PUNTA...¿ESTÁIS PREPARADOS? Era noche cerrada y unas figuras misteriosas se paseaban por la vieja mansión de Villa Sombra, la más solitaria de todo Fogville. Seguramente eran los nuevos inquilinos, pero ¿por qué se habían mudado en un enorme (¡y espeluznante!) coche fúnebre? ¿¿¿Y qué era aquella horrible calavera???
Vampironica: New Blood (Vampironica: New Blood #1)
by Frank TieriRiverdale’s own bombshell bloodsucker is back! Following the events of the Jughead the Hunger vs. Vampironica crossover, Veronica returns to her own universe, still a vampire. She’s not the same, and she knows it. And now she needs answers. But she may not be ready for what she’s about to discover! Collects the full four-issue Vampironica: New Blood miniseries.
Vampoodle (Step into Reading)
by Joan HolubThis early reader in verse entertains with silly dogs getting up to some Halloween hijinks. The crazy dogs from Joan Holub&’s Step 2 reader Shampoodle are back and as spirited as ever! There&’s a puppy party in the backyard, but the scaredy-dogs skedaddle when "ghosts" and "ghouls" begin to arrive. What should these pups do? Don costumes and join the Halloween parade! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Van Gogh's Room at Arles (American Literature (dalkey Archive) Ser.)
by Stanley ElkinThree witty and poignant novellas from a twentieth-century literary master at the peak of his craft Van Gogh&’s Room at Arles is Stanley Elkin&’s second collection of novellas, a razor-sharp exploration of three characters suffering under the weight of intellectual, physical, and social burdens. In the collection&’s title story, Elkin writes of an insecure professor&’s scholarly retreat with the most accomplished members of his field. &“Her Sense of Timing&” is a story of a man who, though confined to a wheelchair, attempts to throw a party without the help of his absent wife. And in &“Confessions of a Princess Manque,&” Elkin writes of the Prince of Wales&’s love affair with a common woman in a parody of a sensationalist tabloid story. This ebook features rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author&’s estate and from the Stanley Elkin archives at Washington University in St. Louis.
Vanessa Jared's Got a Man: A Novel
by LaQuetteLaQuette's debut sexy romantic comedy Vanessa Jared's Got a Man tells the story of a woman getting her groove back and getting a second chance at love.Vanessa Jared, a 40-something divorcee, decided that the best way to pull herself out of their post-divorce slump was to form The Savvy, Sexy, Singles Club and start the "Do Me" portion of her and her friends' lives.But on the two year anniversary, a sexy sheriff shows up on Vanessa's doorstep wanting her to help him keep his little sister from marrying her no-good ex. Vanessa is not down for this at all. She wants nothing to do with her ex...until she spots a photo of her ex's new fiancee wearing her grandmother's ring--which he clearly stole from her. So now it's on. Vanessa is ready to take this trifling (fill-in-the-blank) down. What she does not expect is to fall in love along the way.
Vanished!: Framed!; Vanished!; Trapped! (Framed! #2)
by James PontiAn Edgar Award Winner for Juvenile Fiction Perfect for mystery buffs with &“elements of Alex Rider, James Bond, and Sherlock Holmes,&” (School Library Journal) the Framed! series continues with Florian and Margaret going undercover at an elite private school!After helping the FBI solve an art theft at the National Gallery and uncovering a DC spy ring, Florian&’s finding life at Alice Deal Middle School a little boring. Then his FBI handler, Marcus, finally has a job for him. Florian can&’t wait! Is it a bank robbery? Counterfeit ring? International espionage? Not even close. The mission is even more middle school. There&’s been a series of pranks happening at a prestigious private school attended by the president&’s daughter who may—or may not—be involved. So Florian and Margaret go undercover to see if they can use their TOAST skills to figure out what&’s going on before the media gets hold of the story. However, once the crime-solving pair arrive at the school, they discover that there&’s a lot more than a few pranks going on, and the conspiracy of silence reaches all the way to the top. Then things take a sinister turn when a student vanishes in the middle of a concert at the Kennedy Center! Can Florian and Margaret save the day? Or are they about to get toasted?
Vanished Years
by Rupert Everett'[An] instant classic' IndependentRupert Everett's first memoir - Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins - was an international bestseller and an instant classic on publication in 2006. Reviewers compared him to Evelyn Waugh, David Niven, Noel Coward and Lord Byron. But Rupert Everett is - of course - one of a kind.Mischievous, touching and nothing less than brilliant, this new memoir is filled with stories, from childhood to the present. Astonishing encounters; tragedy and comedy; vivid portraits of friends and rivals; razor-sharp observations of the celebrity circus from LA to London and beyond... there is something extraordinary on every page. A pilgrimage to Lourdes with his father is both hilarious and moving. A misguided step into reality TV goes horribly wrong. From New York to Moscow to Berlin to Phnom Penh, Vanished Years takes the reader on a wild and wonderful new journey with a charming (and rather disreputable) companion.
Vanishing Act
by A. M. MaddenIn this captivating standalone romance from the USA Today bestselling author of Stone Walls, Hollywood’s hottest actor meets his dream woman: a free spirit who has no idea who he is. After personal heartbreak and professional setbacks, Landon Price is running on empty. If he doesn’t take a break from the public eye soon, he’ll risk becoming another cautionary tale in a town that’s full of them. So in between film projects, Landon asks his agent to clear his schedule and then he simply . . . vanishes. Renting a discreet home on a remote Hawaiian beach for the summer, Landon begins to recharge. And in the process of finding himself, he meets a beautiful, feisty local who challenges everything he thinks he knows. Zara Jobert has no interest in being a conquest for a cocky playboy from the mainland—even one with undeniable charisma and movie-star good looks. So she’s pleasantly surprised when the handsome newcomer’s persistent advances mellow into cozy banter and a sneakily seductive intimacy. When Landon reveals his true identity, Zara’s hurt that he lied, but she doesn’t care that he’s famous. Unfortunately, not everyone feels the same way. And falling for Landon might come with a heartbreaking choice—between Zara’s old life, and a new love. Look for A. M. Madden’s thrilling True Heroes series STONE WALLS | GLASS CEILINGS | DARK CORNERS “A must-read—the perfect mix of intrigue, mystery, and sex appeal.”—New York Times bestselling author Heidi McLaughlin, on Stone Walls “Madden grabbed my interest from the first sentence and didn’t let go.”—New York Times bestselling author Susan Stoker, on Glass Ceilings ”With the suspense, the steam, and the twists, this book is one you truly can’t put down.”—USA Today bestselling author Chelsea Camaron, on Dark CornersPraise for Vanishing Act“Vanishing Act is like a Hawaiian cocktail: sweet, sparkling, and satisfying! Escapism at its finest, Madden delivers the perfect summer romance.”—Jessica Lemmon, author of Eye Candy“Vanishing Act is a sexy, funny, opposites-attract romance. A. M. Madden provided great dialogue and banter with a good balance of romance and conflict. Ms. Madden created an engaging cast of characters with the truly adorable Spike.”—Harlequin Junkie“I’m a sucker for Hollywood romance stories and A. M. Madden delivered exactly what I needed. Sweet and sexy with laugh-out-loud moments, Vanishing Act is a beautifully written love story that defines the meaning of soul mates.”—New York Times bestselling author Heidi McLaughlin“The chemistry is pretty spectacular and will have your heart pumping!”—Books and Boys Book Blog “I really loved this book and its characters.”—A Crazy Vermonter’s Book Reviews This standalone novel includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
The Vanishing of Billy Buckle: The Detective Agency's Third Case (The Fairy Detective Agency #3)
by Sally GardnerSpot on the Fishcake!The famous fairy detective agency, Wings & Co, has a problem. Really quite a big problem. Well, a few of them actually.There's the missing giant, Billy Buckle, who has vanished without a trace, and left his giant daughter with the detectives. There's a surprise visit to the seaside, which uncovers a murder and a stolen diamond. And then there's that tricky business of the TV talent show.Squat on a squid, this is Emily, Buster and Fidget's most complicated case yet.Read by Simon Russell Beale(P)2004 Orion Publishing Group.Ltd
The Vanishing Pumpkin
by Tony JohnstonA classic Halloween story about a pumpkin gone missing is certain to delight readers of all ages!When a 700-year-old woman and an 800-year-old man want to make pumpkin pie on Halloween, they can&’t find their pumpkin. &“Our pumpkin&’s been snitched,&” cries the woman. And off they go to find it. &“A good bet for Halloween story hours.&”—School Library Journal &“There can never be enough Halloween stories. This one is appealing, participatory, fast-paced and a delight in the telling.&”—Children&’s Book Review Service
The Vanishing Vampire: A Monsterrific Tale (Monsterrific Tales)
by David LubarThere's something strange going on at Washington Irving Elementary School. People are turning into monsters—literally! In The Vanishing Vampire, Sebastian's life has become a real pain in the neck. It all started the night he walked home from the movies by himself. He sort of blacked out and the next morning, he woke up as a vampire. Now he has only one chance to turn back into a human. And time is running out…. With its blend of humor and horror, David Lubar's middle-grade monsteriffic tales series will appeal to the same audience that has made his Weenies short story collections such a success.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Vanity Fair
by William ThackerayNo one is better equipped in the struggle for wealth and worldly success than the alluring and ruthless Becky Sharp, who defies her impoverished background to clamber up the class ladder. Her sentimental companion Amelia, however, longs only for caddish soldier George. As the two heroines make their way through the tawdry glamour of Regency society, battles - military and domestic - are fought, fortunes made and lost. The one steadfast and honourable figure in this corrupt world is Dobbin with his devotion to Amelia, bringing pathos and depth to Thackeray's gloriously satirical epic of love and social adventure.
Vanity Fair
by William Makepeace ThackerayThis classic story of two nineteenth-century social climbers is the basis for countless films and TV series, and one of the UK’s “Best-Loved Novels.” Before the Real Housewives, there were Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley. Ruthless and cunning, Becky may have been born in a lower class, but now that she’s graduated from school, she’s ready to climb up to a better life—and do whatever it takes to get there. Her friend Emmy, however, is the opposite. She may have mastered music, dancing, and embroidery like any young woman of her class, but she utterly lacks a backbone. Together these friends navigate the perils of Regency society as they search for love and happiness. Social battles are waged against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, and when the smoke finally clears, there’s no telling who will come out victorious. A satirical masterpiece, Vanity Fair was #14 on The Guardian’s list of the 100 Best Novels and #122 in the BBC’s “Big Read” poll for the UK’s best-loved novel. It has inspired numerous adaptations, from early silent films to a 2004 movie by Mira Nair starring Reese Witherspoon as Becky.
Vanity Fare: A Novel of Lattes, Literature, and Love
by Megan CaldwellVanity Fare is a charming tale of food, family, literature, and romance in which a 40-year-old newly single Brooklyn mother embarks on a culinary writing career and finds herself at the center of a deliciously tempting love triangle.Molly Hagan—“a heroine who’s wittier than Ellen DeGeneres on speed” (New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries) is overwhelmed. Her cheating husband left her for a younger blonde, her six-year-old son is questioning her authority, and she’s starting a job as a copywriter for a local Brooklyn bakery.She doesn’t need the complications of a new love. But the bakery’s sexy British pastry chef is determined to win her heart. And there is his intimidating and oh so irresistible business partner...who happens to have a secret that might prevent Molly from getting her own Happily Ever After.Funny and sweet, Megan Caldwell’s charming romantic novel includes five delicious recipes developed with the pastry chef from Union Square Café.
Vapor: A Novel
by Amanda FilipacchiThe Pygmalion myth recast by one of America&’s boldest and most bewitching storytellersAnna Graham has one ambition—to be a great actress. The only problem is, she can&’t stop being herself. She is proud, stubborn, and moody; according to her acting teacher, she needs to be as bland and pliable as warm wax. Even when she rents a Good Fairy Queen Costume—complete with crown, wand, and wig—and walks the streets of New York City until three thirty in the morning, she fails to be anyone but Anna Graham. &“Help,&” she thinks, smoking a cigarette in a deserted subway station. &“Help!&” screams a man at the other end of the platform as two attackers pull him onto the train tracks. Red pepper spray in hand, the Good Fairy Queen rushes to Damon Wetly&’s rescue—and Anna&’s wish comes true, in the oddest way imaginable.Locked inside a cage in Wetly&’s cloud-filled country home, Anna learns to do everything—walk, talk, think, eat, breathe—differently. When she finally escapes, she becomes a star—as Wetly promised she would. The new-and-improved Anna attracts plenty of admirers—including a paraplegic soap opera celebrity; the world&’s most famous supermodel; and a handsome cellist, Weight Watchers counselor, etiquette expert, and exotic dancer named Nathaniel Powers—but she only has eyes for her former captor, the creator of miniature clouds and major actresses. Just when it seems that her fairy tale ending is right around the corner, Anna&’s whole world threatens to evaporate into thin air.Fearless and fascinating, Vapor holds a funhouse mirror up to some of our deepest and most alluring notions about fame, identity, and desire.
Un vaquero en Creta (Algo de ti #Volumen 2)
by Sandra Bree¿Qué puede hacer un hombre viajero e independiente cuando el amor llama a su puerta? ¿Acobardarse o someterse? Conmovido por la situación que está atravesando su hermano, Jason Taylor, buscador de armas antiguas, viaja a la maravillosa isla de Creta con la intención de conseguir unas pruebas de ADN que verifiquen que el pequeño Cole es su sobrino. Para eso debe idear un plan para acercarse a él de manera que nadie sospeche. Daniella Makris está preocupada por las amenazas que su madre, una cara conocida en la televisión griega, está recibiendo. Pero aborrece la idea de que ese guardaespaldas sexy y atrevido, llegado de Denver, se aloje con ellas. Decidida a sacarlo de su hogar, creará situaciones tan disparatadas que, cuando se quiera dar cuenta, no solo deberá echarlo de casa, sino que también deberá hacerlo de su corazón y de su vida. ¿Logrará ella salirse con la suya? ¿O ese vaquero nacido en Colorado ha llegado para quedarse?
The Variable Man and Other Stories (Dover Thrift Editions: Short Stories)
by Philip K. DickA seminal figure of twentieth-century science fiction, Philip K. Dick ponders the very nature of humanity in this anthology of five gripping short stories and novellas that were first published in early 1950s pulp magazines. Written during the Cold War, “The Defenders” presents a tale of robotic warfare. “Foster, You’re Dead” criticizes consumerism and the Cold War, when the military-industrial complex shifted responsibility for self-defense to families by selling bomb shelters. “Piper in the Woods” is a clever short story concerning the erosion of reality. A military psychologist is tasked with solving the mystery of why military personnel are behaving like plants upon their return from an asteroid. “Second Variety” is prescient in its anticipation of the hazards of self-evolving robots that can operate independently of one another. In “The Variable Man,” Earth relies on computer technology and a time traveler to predict their chances of victory in a fight against aliens. This collection is an excellent introduction to one of the most original minds of the modern era.
A Variável do Amor
by Christina LaurenE se um teste de ADN fosse capaz de juntar duas pessoas muito diferentes? Com 30 anos, uma filha pequena e um historial de deceções amorosas, Jess Davis desistiu dos encontros românticos. Afinal de contas, a sua vida está cheia de maus exemplos: o pai nunca esteve presente, a mãe entregou-a ao cuidado dos avós quando ela era pequena e o ex-namorado deixou-a durante a gravidez. E, agora, no seu atarefado dia a dia não há espaço para mais nada nem ninguém. Porém, quando ouve falar da GenéticaMente, uma empresa que determina a compatibilidade de qualquer casal com base numa análise de ADN, a desconfiança de Jess em relação ao amor começa a dar lugar à curiosidade. Sobretudo depois do incentivo da sua melhor amiga Fizzy, uma bem-sucedida escritora de romances, sempre pronta a descobrir novas fontes de inspiração para as suas histórias. Quando o resultado do seu teste revela uma enorme compatibilidade com River Peña, o insuportável fundador da empresa, Jess não consegue acreditar que aquela pessoa possa ser a sua alma gémea. E só perante uma oferta irrecusável é que se dispõe a conhecê-lo melhor e descobrir se, em matéria de amor, a ciência estará certa ou errada.
Various States of Undress: Virginia
by Laura SimcoxWhen the president's daughter risks everything with her sexy new boss, they're bound to find themselves in Various States of Undress!If she had it her way, Virginia Fulton—daughter of the President of the United States—would spend more time dancing in Manhattan's nightclubs than working in its skyscrapers. Tired of dodging paparazzi, she needs a change. And a real chance. So when she finds herself in the arms of sexy, persuasive Dexter Cameron, who presents her with the opportunity of a lifetime, Virginia sees it as a sign … but can she take it without losing her heart?CEO-to-be Dexter Cameron knows he's taking a risk by hiring a stylish party girl to jumpstart his family's legacy department store. But the president's gorgeous daughter has her thumb on the pulse of Manhattan, and the partnership seems like a win-win … until Dex discovers that his goals now include more than securing the corner office—they include Virginia herself. Dex must decide: does he make a move up the ladder? Or on the girl of his dreams?
Various States of Undress: Georgia
by Laura SimcoxLaura Simcox concludes her fun, flirty Various States of Undress series with a presidential daughter, a hot baseball player, and a tale of love at the ballgame.Forget being the president's daughter—Georgia Fulton is certain that she's on her way to journalistic stardom. Nothing's going to keep her from getting the story of her young career—a feature on sexy ballplayer Brett Knox … nothing except Brett, that is. Arrogantly charming and hotter than a Memphis summer, he's doing everything he can to distract her. He may be the focus of her assignment, but getting too close to him could cost her everything … including her heart. Brett Knox, star player for the Memphis Redbirds, is determined to get to the big leagues—which means no distractions. Certainly not in the form of a sexy brunette who won't take no for an answer. As far as Brett's concerned, his life story isn't up for discussion—no matter how fast Georgia makes his heart race. But with everything on the line, he's got no choice but to trust her. If only he can trust himself … not to fall head over heels for the one girl completely out of his league.
Various States of Undress: Carolina
by Laura SimcoxWhat happens when the president's daughter and her sexy Secret Service agent find themselves snowbound? A little cabin fever, some serious forbidden attraction, and Various States of Undress …When Carolina Fulton, daughter of the President of the United States, dumps her cheating fiancé, she knows she needs a break from life in Washington. Spending some quality alone time in her family's Wyoming cabin seems like a perfect escape—except for the hot Secret Service agent who shadows her every move. Miles away from civilization, Carolina quickly realizes that ignoring the smoky eyes, carved chin, and mile-wide pair of shoulders is going to require more than a little self-control.Elite agent Jake Baxter knows better than to develop feelings for his clients. After all, he's not being paid to fantasize about running his fingers through Carolina's dark hair, kissing her senseless, or waking up next to her petite, curvy body. But as a blizzard rages outside their all-too-cozy cabin, Jake knows he has to put the freeze on this attraction, in case his job—or his heart—is suddenly laid on the line.
Vas a oírme rugir
by Daniel De la Peña¡Aceptar tus sentimientos no es sencillo cuando la vida te vuelve loca! O quizás sí, solo tienes que escuchar la melodía del amor. Irene tiene muy claro lo que quiere para ella o eso es lo que cree. Le horrorizan las comedias románticas. Aunque no sabe que su vida está a punto de convertirse en una. Todo cambiará cuando cuando viaje a San Juan, para ayudar a su hermana con su empresa de jabones artesanales.Un pueblo costero. Un ex que no pasa página. Una pareja muy tentadora. Y un hombre que la volverá loca. ¿Estás preparada para reinventar los clichés de la romántica? Porque Irene no. Vive un verano inolvidable y romántico. Y atrévete a escuchar el rugido del amor.
El vasco que no comía demasiado
by Óscar TerolÓscar Terol, humorista, guionista de televisión y ahora escritor de novelas, se sumerge en El vasco que no comía demasiado en el oscuro mundo de la gastronomía en el País Vasco y hace de la carcajada su mejor arma. Un recorrido futurista que hará las delicias de los lectores más exigentes. Año 2049. La industria alimentaria mundial está gestionada por los chinos, que han acaparado los mercados y dirigen establecimientos dedicados en exclusiva a la hostelería y al ocio. Media humanidad se alimenta de productos que se extraen de la soja, el maná del siglo XXI. Euskadi es el último reducto donde se conserva intacta la tradición gastronómica, casi una religión, y da cobijo a quienes quieren luchar contra la gran invasión china y sus productos. Carlos Zabala es un joven sin más talento que haber nacido en una familia propietaria de un famoso restaurante que atrae a su clientela gracias a su tarta de queso, receta secreta de la abuela. Un desgraciado día Carlos se ve inmerso en una misión que cambiará su vida para siempre: sonsacar a la anciana mujer repostera la receta del exitoso postre para preservar así el futuro de la familia Zabala. ¿Será capaz de conseguir tan ansiado secreto?
The Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy's Dossier on Hillary Clinton
by Amanda B. CarpenterShe is the darling of the Manhattan elite, the hope of the national Democratic Party, the MVP of the pro-choice feminist movement, the rock star of the Hollywood Left, and the favorite of the liberal media.Luckily, over here at the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy, we've been keeping a file on her.Written in the style and format of the New York Times bestseller The Official Handbook of the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy, this expose is full of fresh reporting, devastating quotes, scandalous stories, funny sidebars, and forgotten but telling incidents from Hillary Clinton's past.
Vatanescu y la liebre
by Tuomas Kyrö«Una road novel loca y comprometida que mezcla el humor, la sátira y la aventura.»Madame Figaro Para cumplir el deseo de comprarle a su hijo unas botas de fútbol, Miklos Vatanescu abandona su Rumanía natal y comienza a mendigar por las calles de Helsinki, controladas por la mafia rusa. <P><P>Tras encabezar una revuelta y granjearse la enemistad de su explotador, el despiadado traficante Jegor Kugar, Vatanescu se ve abocado a emprender una épica huida que acabará en Laponia junto a un singular compañero de viaje: una liebre herida encontrada en un parque público que, como sacada de una chistera, cambiará asombrosamente su suerte.