Search Results: Titles starting with O from Keystones Books

Fingerprint! Publishing. Paperback. NEW. “There are stories in everything. I’ve got some of my best yarns from park benches, lampposts and newspaper stands.”These are about chances and adventures.These are about swindlers and innocent people.And these deal with the inescapable reality of life.O. Henry’s short stories captivate the reader with their witty narration of everyday issues and win hearts with their surprise endings after a series of sharp twists and turns. Mostly set in his own era, with characters inspired from his own life and experiences, the stories are stirred with realism. Selected Stories is a collection of short stories taken from each of his collections published across a decade. Almost a century after their publication, these continue to be loved and appreciated by the readers.

Usborne Publishing. Paperback. NEW. Based on the classic nursery rhyme, this is the story of an old woman's search for a larger home. But where do you buy a boot big enough for 20 women?

Scholastic Australia. Paperback. NEW. There is hype at Zombie's middle school about a new student who has recently joined their ranks. This newbie has managed to captivate the attention of everyone, who consider him to be the epitome of coolness. However, as Zombie gets more involved with this newcomer, he finds himself veering toward trouble. The influence of this new friend is slowly but surely transforming Zombie's personality and appearance, leaving his friends, including Steve, deeply concerned. The burning question is whether this supposedly "cool" kid is truly all that he seems or if he is simply a Minecraft wolf disguising himself as a sheep. The enthusiastic whispers and curiosity surrounding the latest addition to the school community fill the air with anticipation. This newcomer possesses an aura that everybody finds irresistibly magnetic, attracting attention like a powerful magnet pulls in metal. His confident demeanor and suave presence have won over the hearts of the students, who… Read More

SIMON & SCHUSTER USA. Paperback. NEW. ed by the famous mutual-fund manager, Peter Lynch, this book elaborates the many advantages that an average investor has over professionals and how they can help them reach financial triumph. How To Use What You Already Know To Make Money in The Market explains how your knowledge alone can assist you beat the pros of investing. From the viewpoint of America's most triumphant money manager, investment chances are extensively accessible.

Juggernaut Publication. Paperback. NEW. Roshan Ali, Rana Ayyub, Amitabha Bagchi, Gautam Bhatia, Amit Chaudhuri, Priyanka Dubey, Yashica Dutt, Menaka Guruswamy,Raghu Karnad, Akhil Katyal, T.M. Krishna, Aanchal Malhotra,Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Suketu Mehta, Perumal Murugan, Karthika Nair, Snigdha Poonam, Gyan Prakash, Vivek Shanbhag, Aatish Taseer, Romila Thapar, Salil Tripathi, Annie Zaidi.As India faces some of its greatest challenges, the country?s most brilliant voices writ

Ink Road. Paperback. NEW. The novel "OVEREMOTIONAL" by David Fenne has captivated readers as a thrilling and unique debut. With praise from renowned author William Hussey, known for his work on "Broken Hearts & Zombie Parts", this book is certainly not to be missed. The story follows seventeen-year-old Steven, who faces a significant challenge in his life. Whenever he experiences intense emotions, strange and unpredictable things occur. For instance, when Steven shared his first kiss with another boy, the unimaginable happened - the boy's head literally exploded. Frightened and confused by these events, Steven decides to leave his hometown and seek refuge in the gloomy town of Grunsby-on-Sea. His sole intention is to protect others from harm, but little does he know that his best friend Freya, her boyfriend Marcus, and their American friend Troy have decided to follow him on his journey. As Steven tries to adjust to his new surroundings, his hopes of finding safety are dashed when agents from the… Read More

Usborne Publishing. Paperback. NEW. Owls - Level 4 (Usborne First Reading)

Scholastic UK. Hardcover. NEW. In the natural world, the passage of time is often marked by the growth and transformation of trees. One such tree, featured in the book by Julia Donaldson and beautifully illustrated by Victoria Sandøy, takes center stage as it experiences the trials and triumphs of a thousand years. From a tiny acorn to a magnificent oak tree, this remarkable being witnesses the ever-changing world around it, touching the lives of countless people and creatures before eventually succumbing to the forces of nature. But even in its demise, the cycle of life continues as a new acorn sprouts, ready to start the journey all over again. The story begins with a humble acorn, just a tiny seed nestled in the ground. With the nourishment of sun and soil, it begins its slow and steady growth, stretching its roots deep into the earth and reaching towards the heavens above. As the years pass by, the acorn turns into a majestic oak tree, its branches spreading wide and providing shelter to… Read More

HarperCollins India. Paperback. NEW. LY A GOD CAN STOP IT.Shiva is gathering his forces. He reaches the Naga capital, Panchavati, and Evil is finally revealed. The Neelkanth prepares for a holy war against his true enemy, a man whose name instils dread in the fiercest of warriors.India convulses under the onslaught of a series of brutal battles. It's a war for the very soul of the nation. Many will die. But Shiva must not fail, no matter what the cost. In his despe

Penguin eBury Press. Hardcover. NEW. Oblivion and Other Stories is an anthology of twenty short stories by Gopinath Mohanty, the doyen of Oriya (now Odia) literature. The stories, written across a half-century (1935-1988), sample his oeuvre of writings and the variety of his themes-from

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Wonder House Books. Paperback. NEW. Let your child experience The magic of life under the sea with this adorable coloring and activity book. Filled with fun, Theme-based activities and boldly outlined illustrations of baby shark, his family and friends, this activity book will enable your child to color within the lines and provide them several hours of fun. Each activity in this book is enjoyable as well as informative. It is perfect for developing pencil control, hand-eye coordination and encouraging creativity. Bonus: this book comes with 30+ baby shark stickers!.

Hay House Publishers India. Paperback. NEW. This captivating narrative takes readers on a mesmerizing journey to the enchanting whale-shaped island of Rodrigues, nestled in the heart of the vast Indian Ocean. Within the depths of these mysterious waters lies an extraordinary tale of wisdom and self-discovery, guided by the extraordinary blue whale known as Mystic and her devoted disciple, Lucy, a sea drop yearning for spiritual growth. As Lucy dutifully follows Mystic, an abundance of profound lessons await her. Through this remarkable companionship, Lucy learns to forge a connection with her authentic self, unraveling the layers of her being to uncover a deep sense of inner peace. Together, the unlikely pair face and surmount obstacles, catalyzing Lucy's transformation into an enhanced version of herself. This odyssey through the wonders of the underwater realm reveals a myriad of fantastical characters, each leaving an indelible mark on Lucy's transformative journey. The Ocean in a Drop weaves… Read More

Penguin Books Limited. Paperback. NEW. In this highly acclaimed novel, Amit Chaudhuri tells us the story of one unremarkable July day in 1980s’ London. Ananda, student of poetry, is lonely, and somewhat fraught, as he grapples with the big questions of literature. His uncle, Radhesh, a bachelor leading an early retired life in a Belsize Park bedsit, is self-involved, eccentric. On this day, they find uncertain companionship as they circle around their past and take stock of their place in the city. Ananda and Radhesh both provide a foil to each other and yet remain apart, as Chaudhuri shows why he is considered his generation’s best chronicler of acutely observed life.

Fingerprint! Publishing. Paperback. NEW. Ten years after the Trojan War and the Fall of Troy, Odysseus, one of the war heroes, has still not returned to his kingdom, Ithaca. Assumed to be dead, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors who have overrun Odysseus? palace and ransacked his land, competing for Penelope?s hand in marriage. But Odysseus is still alive; imprisoned on the island of Ogygia by Calypso, who is possessed by love for him and desires to make him her immortal husband. How will Odysseus return home?Will he reunite with his loving Penelope?Expounding Homer?s energetic vision of everyman?s journey through life, the Odyssey recounts the tale of Odysseus? ?nostos??journey back home. the second oldest extant work of Western literature, it is an evocation of Homer?s grandiloquent revival of myths and legends narrated in this rare classic. Nearly three thousand years after its composition, the Odyssey still remains one of the most celebrated and widely… Read More

Farrar. Paperback. NEW. In a captivating tale set in an enchanting, India-inspired universe, Of Light and Shadow is a remarkable standalone novel that delves into the realms of magic, turmoil, love, and treachery. It narrates the extraordinary story of Roshan, a daring and resilient leader of the Shadow Clan, and Navin, a prince burdened by the weight of isolation. As their lives intertwine, both characters undergo unforeseen transformations that forever alter their destinies. At the tender age of eighteen, Roshan embarks on a quest for justice, driven by her turbulent past. Abandoned by her biological parents from the moment of her birth, she finds solace in the care of the notorious bandit leader in Jwala, who raises her as his own. Roshan's unwavering determination leads her to assume leadership of the Shadow Clan, a destitute gang suffering under the oppressive rule of the Jwalian government. Fuelled by a fierce desire to expose the corruption thriving within the government, Roshan aims to… Read More

Fingerprint! Publishing. Paperback. NEW. A magical story of forbidden love, spanning three continents and three decades. Set against the Independence struggles of two British colonies, Of Marriageable Age is ultimately a story of personal triumph against a brutal fate, brought to life by a colorful cast of characters . . . Savitri, intuitive and charismatic, grows up among the servants of a pre-war English household in the Raj. But the traditional customs of her Brahmin family clash against English upper-class prejudice, threatening her love for the privileged son of the house. Nataraj, raised as the son of an idealistic doctor in rural South India, finds life in London heady, with girls and grass easily available… until he is summoned back home to face raw reality.Saroj, her fire hidden by outward reserve, comes of age in Guyana, South America. When her too-strict, orthodox Hindu father proves to have feet of clay she finally rebels against him.. and even against her gentle, apparently docile… Read More

Occam. Paperback. NEW. Evocatively titled, Of Newtons and Apples: Insights into 50 Great Minds in Human History does exactly what it promises. It gives us a glimpse into the professional and personal lives of 50 great personalities whose names, in some cases, are a part of

Speaking Tiger. Paperback. NEW. M.A. Sreenivasan (1897–1998) lived through almost the entire 20th century, and was among the very few people who witnessed at close quarters the enormous changes that took place in India during this period. Born in Madras, he belonged to a family tha

Talking Cub. Hardcover. NEW. A journey to the capital city of India. Follow Tiya as she flies off to her grandparents’ place in Delhi for the first time and explores the places and things that make India’s capital city what it is. From magical monuments to green gardens to bustling bazaars to crowded streets to famous restaurants, this book serves up in exciting ways a variety of sights, smells and sounds that will leave you asking for more. So what are you waiting for? Jump right into these pages and prepare to be amazed!