Trade & Reference Publishers

With nearly two centuries of award-winning history, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt’s Trade and Reference Division continues to publish some of the most renowned novels, non-fiction, children’s books and reference works in hardcover, trade paperbacks, ebooks and mobile apps. Learn more at HMHBooks.com

Classics

The Lord of the Rings

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The Lord of the Rings
Since we began publishing J.R.R. Tolkien's works more than half a century ago, Tolkien has become the most popular and acclaimed fantasy author of all time. His stories have been translated into more than forty languages and have sold many millions of copies worldwide.

Experience the Lord of the Rings series, The Hobbit, and other seminal works

Curious George
Our favorite mischievous monkey has been capturing the hearts and minds of readers throughout the world since we published H. A. and Margret Rey's first Curious George book in 1941. In addition to being one of the most recognizable and beloved children's fiction characters of all time, George has his own television series and blockbuster motion picture.

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Featured Adult Titles

Claire DeWitt and the City of the Dead

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In the first of a new mystery series featuring quirky private investigator Claire DeWitt, Claire investigates the disappearance of a top prosecutor in post-Katrina New Orleans. Learn more

The Captain: The Story of Derek Jeter

The Captain: The Story of Derek Jeter

ESPN columnist and best-selling author Ian O'Connor reveals how a biracial kid from Michigan became New York’s most beloved sports figures. Learn more

Peterson Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes, Second Edition

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The guide includes detailed maps and information showing where to locate nearly 1,000 species of freshwater fish—whether that species can be found in miles-long stretches of river or small pools that cover only dozens of square feet. Learn more

Inside Scientology

Inside Scientology

Based on five years of research, unprecedented access to Church officials, confidential documents, and extensive interviews with current and former Scientologists, this is the defining book about a little-known world.
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Featured Children's and Young Adult Titles

Lost Voices

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The first book in a trilogy, Lost Voices is a captivating and wildly original tale about finding a voice, the healing power of friendship, and the strength it takes to forgive. Learn more

The Lemonade Crime

The Lemonade Crime

In the much-anticipated sequel to The Lemonade War, brother and sister duo Evan and Jessie turn the playground into a full-blown courtroom and attempt to take the law into their own hands.
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Okay for Now

Okay for Now

Newbery Honor winner Gary D. Schmidt expertly weaves multiple themes of loss and recovery in a story teeming with distinctive, unusual characters and invaluable lessons about love, creativity, and survival. Learn more

Jane Austen

Jane Austen

Jane Austen’s popularity never seems to fade. She has hordes of devoted fans, and there have been numerous adaptations of her life and work. But who was Jane Austen? Learn more