Books published by publisher Barnes and Nobles

In this classic originally published in 1963, Ralph Moody recounts the thrilling tale of a plucky horse who refused to quit, a down-on-his-luck jockey who didn't let horrendous accidents keep him out of the saddle, and a taciturn trainer who brought out the best in both. During the Great Depression, Seabiscuit captured the hearts of Americans from the streets to the White House, winning more money than any horse at that time and shattering speed records across the country. Moody conveys everything from the hoof-pounding excitement of the explosive early races to an unforgettable showdown with the feared Triple Crown winner War Admiral. Moving and inspirational, Come on Seabiscuit! is a reminder of the qualities that make a real American champion.

What could be more peaceful than spending an afternoon at the library? For Stuart Little, the library turns out to be anything but that after he meets Bookworm, the library's owl. Bookworm has plans to make Stuart his next meal-unless Stuart can think fast! Inspired by the hit movie Stuart Little, this new story will have Stuart's many fans on the edge of their seats!

Enjoy twenty-two tales from a magical storyteller. This enchanting collection, translated by Valdemar Paulsen, contains twenty-two of Hans Christian Andersen's magnificent stories. It includes Thumbelina, a little girl no more than a thumb-joint high, \"The Emperor's New Clothes\", the tale of a man who cares only for his appearance and The Little Mermaid, who longs to one day marry a human prince.

Collection of 43 ways to awaken your creative self-including "invite someone dangerous to tea," "take lots of naps," and "make friends with freedom and uncertainty." As the author puts it, "This book is food for your soul, and a bubble bath for your spirit. It is a guide to keeping your creativity alive, and I wrote it for you. In the SARK tradition, it was written while in pajamas, and in between naps. My first job was at age four as the wake-up fairy in kindergarten. I believe in waking up creative spirits."

Kenneth Grahame's exuberant yet whimsical The Wind in the Willows belongs to the golden age of children's classic novels. These charming, exciting and humorous tales of the riverbank and its life featuring the wonderfully imagined Ratty, Mole, Badger and the irrepressible but conceited Toad of Toad Hall - whose passion for motor cars ("The only way to travel! Here today - in next week tomorrow") lands him in many scrapes - still continue exert their charm over adults as well as children. Leatherbound classics edition

While Arnold Lobel has a calm, kid friendly reading voice, he never panders or talks down to the kids. I like that. I also appreciate the gentle, absurd wit that Lobel weaves into these stories. I'm not kidding when I say that I could see the skeleton of a Seinfeld plot in some of these stories. Makes it easier for an adult in the car to listen to, that's for sure.