Rete Bibliotecaria della Provincia di Como

Abstract: Pip the gnome sits with his friends mouse, rabbit and squirrel to watch the sunset. One by one, Pip's friends go to sleep: the mouse in her bed under a tree root, the rabbit in her burrow underground, the squirrel in his cosy hole high in a tree. Pip is sleepy too. "Sleep well, Pip." Perfect for bedtime, the soft, colourful illustrations and simple, rhythmic words of this beautiful board book prepare very young children for a peaceful night's sleep.

Abstract: Un libro coloratissimo con oltre 70 alette da sollevare, per aiutare i bambini a contare e a fare semplici addizioni e sottrazioni

Abstract: Una dolce introduzione agli strumenti musicali e alle musiche natalizie. Ascolta Talpa, Coniglio, Orso, Scoiattolo, la signora Tasso e Volpe mentre provano i loro strumenti musicali... e unisciti a loro per il magico concerto di Natale!

Abstract: Undici raccontini brevi, perfetti da leggere prima della buonanotte, con bellissime illustrazioni per scoprire il tenero mondo di Cane, Gatto e i loro amici. Tra le storie ci sono Il ruggito di Leoncino, L'allegria di Tasso e Cane e l'ombrello.

Abstract: Since its initial publication in 1978, The Stand has been considered No. 1 bestselling author and master storyteller Stephen King's seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television. Although there are other extraor­dinary works exploring the unravelling of human society, none have been as influential as this iconic novel - with generations of writers impacted by its dark yet ultimately hopeful vision of the end and new beginning of civilization, and its stunning array of unforgettable characters. Now for the first time, Stephen King has fully authorized a return to the harrowing world of The Stand through this original short story anthology as presented by award-winning authors and editors Christopher Golden and Brian Keene. Bringing together some of today's greatest and most visionary writers, The End of the World as We Know It fea­tures remarkable, all-new stories set during and after the events of The Stand - brilliant, terrifying, and painfully human tales that will resonate with readers everywhere as an essential companion to the clas­sic bestselling novel.

Abstract: When the darker days fall, the debt must be paid, . . . get ready for the chilling new folk horror from the Hugo Award-winning, bestselling author of HEX - from the publisher of The Exorcist and perfect for fans of Shirley Jackson and Stephen King. ‘One of the most vital and exciting voices in modern horror.’ Mike Flanagan, award-winning director of ‘Doctor Sleep’ and ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ 'No one builds agonizing tension like Thomas Olde Heuvelt. Darker Days is his best yet.' Catriona Ward, bestselling author of The Last House on Needless Street In Lock Haven, a quiet little town in Washington State, there is a very special street. Bird Street. The residents of Bird Street are all successful, wealthy, healthy and happy. And their children are all well-mannered and smart and high achievers. At least they are for eleven months of the year. In November, however, the ‘Darker Days’ begin. For November’s the month when things take a turn for the worse: accidents, bad luck, familial conflict and illness take hold. And it is in November that a stranger comes to Bird Street to collect the debt owed by the residents. Because, you see, there is a price that must be paid for all the happiness and good fortune they enjoy for the other eleven months of year. And that price is one human life. Every November. Without fail. And so it has been for over a hundred years. To ease their guilt, the residents of Bird Street seek out individuals – usually the elderly or the terminally ill – who wish to die with dignity and are content to be helped on their way. But this year, things don’t go to plan. This year events take a terrifying turn . . . Propulsive and haunting, Darker Days is a devastating modern take on the Faustian pact, and begs the question: how far would you go for your own happiness? Praise for Darker Days and Thomas Olde Heuvelt ‘Totally, brilliantly original’ Stephen King, bestselling author of It and Carrie ‘Possibly the most frightening prologue ever written’ Guardian 'This is Olde Heuvelt at the height of his powers.' Alma Katsu, award-winning author of The Hunger ‘A daring and uncompromising jewel of horror fiction.’ Eric LaRocca, award-winning author of Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke ‘Creepy, gripping, and original.’ George R. R. Martin, bestselling author of Game of Thrones ‘Takes the horror/thriller genre to a whole new level.' Sarah Lotz, award-winning author of The White Road.

Abstract: La scritta in caratteri tondeggianti, su un'insegna vecchio stile; una vetrina con in mostra pane, focacce, bagel, toast e tutto quello di goloso che può essere creato dalla farina. Ecco cosa si può trovare nel Piccolo Forno di Beach Street: un negozietto nato da una bottega abbandonata, sull'isola di Mount Polbearne, al largo di Plymouth, in Cornovaglia. Un'isola dove tira sempre il vento, dove la vita scorre lenta all'ombra di un antico e suggestivo faro ormai spento. Polly Waterford è arrivata qui da poco, in fuga dalla sua vita precedente, decisa a trovare un posto tutto per sé, lontano dalla vita frenetica della città, e a essere davvero felice. E cosa può compiere questa magia se non i dolci, il pane, la farina, e una piccola, graziosa panetteria da riportare in vita? Così, Polly apre il suo negozio, e trascorre le giornate a impastare e infarinare, tra nocciole, zucchero e miele, con una creatività e un entusiasmo che crescono di giorno in giorno, fino a contagiare tutti sull'isola. Eppure, nella vita di Polly, qualcosa manca, la stessa cosa che l'ha fatta fuggire e che si è lasciata alle spalle: l'amore. Perché nel suo passato c'è stato qualcuno che le ha spezzato il cuore. E che ora cerca di dimenticare. Chissà che, all'ombra dell'imponente e romantico faro, col rumore delle onde in sottofondo e lo stridio dei gabbiani, non sia tempo per lei di innamorarsi di nuovo..