Ruth Palmer Books

"Rapunzel, let down your hair! When she heard the witch, she gathered up her long blond hair; which no-one had ever cut, and let it slide down the tower".

Celebrating the arrival of a new baby, this joyful book captures key moments such as first checkups, family hospital gatherings, and the daily routines of diaper changing and feeding. It also highlights playful interactions like peek-a-boo, reading, and singing lullabies. Aimed at young readers, it provides a warm introduction to the experiences and expectations of welcoming a new sibling, making it an engaging read for families preparing for a new addition.

Originally titled Elinor and Marianne, Sense and Sensibility was the first of Jane Austen's novels to be published. The contrasting personalities of two sisters are the centre of the story, supported by a wealth of satirically portrayed minor characters.

The book takes young readers on an engaging tour of South Dakota, showcasing its famous landmarks and attractions such as Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and the Missouri River. It highlights activities like fishing and hiking, as well as notable sites like Falls Park and the Great Plains Zoo. This charming board book combines education with exploration, making it an ideal introduction to the state's natural beauty and cultural significance.

"Reviews and Criticism" presents a wide variety of perspectives, both contemporary and recent, including essays by Sir Walter Scott, Henry James, A. C. Bradley, E. M. Forster, Robert Alan Donovan, Marilyn Butler, Mary Poovey, Claudia Johnson, Juliet McMaster, Ian Watt, and Suzanne Juhasz. New to this edition are essays by Maggie Lane, Edward Copeland, and Linda Troost and Sayre Greenfield, the last of which discusses film adaptations of Emma . A Chronology and Selected Bibliography are included.

PI Kinsey Millhone of California goes looking for the loot of a $500,000 robbery, an assignment filled with danger as one of the robbers is a psychopath. By the author of "K" Is for Killer