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Words of grace touch and charm generous hearts. This collection of international poems, prayers and quotes will bring peace and spirituality to your life. These blessings and meditations are a joyful

You'll be amazed at what you know-and what you don't!Test your knowledge of Beantown and pick up new fun facts:-- Legendary people and historic places-- Unforgettable movies, music, comedy, and sport

For history buffs and trivia lovers!Test your knowledge and pick up fascinating facts.--Daring military strategies and epic battles won and lost --Famous and infamous Yankees and Rebels, generals and

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Take me out to the ball game!Questions to challenge and entertain both casual and die-hard fans.--Great teams and legendary characters of the game --Argument-settling stats and records you should kno

Crank it Up!Test your knowledge and determine whether you're a headliner, an opening act or just a cover band.- The greatest (and weirdest) lyrics and band names- Hit songs, huge concerts and monster

Now completely revised and expanded, Systems and Models for Developing Programs for the Gifted and Talented includes chapters on the major systems and models for developing programs for the gifted, in

My First 100 Science Words 科學 9781728211244The perfect primer from the #1 science author, Chris Ferrie, to get your little genius ready for their first words related to all things STEAM!From the #1 be

Rooted in memory and steeped in magic, The Library of Flowers is a radiant exploration of family, identity, and the expectations we inherit, perfect for anyone who has ever carried the weight of a legacy--and dared to make it their own.For centuries, the Hua women have held sway over the courts of emperors and billionaires with their magical perfumes able to stir hearts and ensure fortunes. And in every fifth generation, an eldest daughter is born with the rarest gift of all: the ability to summon true love.As a long-awaited fifth daughter, Lucy was supposed to be the miracle her exacting mother had been waiting for. But when her magic failed, Lucy fled Vancouver, her legacy, and the expectations that had nearly broken her. Now, years later, she runs a tiny perfume shop tucked away in Toronto's Kensington Market--crafting beautiful, perfectly ordinary scents and keeping her extraordinary past firmly behind her. That is, until a death in the family brings her home...and saddles her with

There's someone at your front door - should you let them in? Find out in a riveting new thriller from global sensation and #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Housemaid, Freida McFadden!Who knows what the storm will blow in...Casey's cabin in the wilderness is not built for a hurricane. Her roof shakes, the lights flicker, and the tree outside her front door sways ominously in the wind. But she's a lot more worried about the girl she discovers lurking outside her kitchen window.She's young. She's alone. And she's covered in blood.The girl won't explain where she came from, or loosen her grip on the knife in her right hand. And when Casey makes a disturbing discovery in the middle of the night, things take a turn for the worse.The girl has a dark secret. One she'll kill to keep. And if Casey gets too close to the truth, she may not live to see the morning.In this taut, deadly tale of survival and desperation, #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden explores how far

Discover the hidden mysteries of America's national parks!America's national parks are most known for outstanding beauty and unparalleled adventure―and these natural wonders also hold some of the world's greatest enigmas. Why did an ancient civilization abandon their stone city in the mountains of Colorado? Flying past Mt. Rainier, did a pilot really spot nine shiny objects that spawned the UFO craze? How do stones weighing thousands of pounds slide across the sand in Death Valley? Join outdoor expert and writer Mike Bezemek as he explores baffling disappearances, unexplained phenomena, and the secret history of our national parks.Featuring 35 diverse stories,Mysteries of the National Parkstakes readers to every corner of our diverse and beautiful country. You'll travel to some of the most beloved national park units, including:Yellowstone National ParkGrand Canyon National ParkDinosaur National MonumentBlue Ridge ParkwayFord's Theatre National Historic SiteAnd many more!Mysteries of t

What are the lives of America's richest families really like? Their nannies see it all...When Stephanie Kiser moves to New York City after college to pursue a career in writing, she quickly learns that her entry-level salary won't cover the high cost of living--never mind her crushing student loan debt. But there is one in-demand job that pays more than enough to allow Stephanie to stay in the city: nannying for the 1%. Desperate to escape the poverty of her own childhood and jump social classes, Stephanie falls into a job that hijacks her life for the next seven years: a personal assistant to toddlers on Manhattan's Upper East Side. At first, nannying seems like the perfect solution--the high pay covers Stephanie's bills, and she's surprised by how attached she becomes to the kids she cares for, even as she gasps over Prada baby onesies and preschools that cost more than her college tuition. But the grueling twelve-hour days leave her little time to see her friends, date, or pursue an

For readers of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and Hidden Figures, What the Children Told Us tells the story of an iconic partnership that set the stage for decades of civil rights activismAs a young Black couple in the 1940s, Kenneth Clark and Mamie Phipps knew the devastating impact of segregation firsthand. But the Clarks revealed the true impact of segregation in a psychological study that would resonate for decades to come, in which they asked Black children which kinds of baby dolls they preferred: brown or white. Two-thirds of the children surveyed chose the white doll, and some even denied their own skin color.This is the story of the towering intellectual and emotional partnership between two Black scholars who highlighted the undeniable psychological effects of racial segregation. Paving the way for the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case and engaging in unrelenting activism over several decades, the Clarks' story is one of courage, love, and an unfailing belief th

From the bestselling author of Olive, Mabel & Me, sports commentator Andrew Cotter takes us behind the scenes with his loyal dog companions Olive and Mabel during a whirlwind year in lockdown on their path to internet stardom with over 87 million video views and half a million followers.Join sports commentator Andrew Cotter as he takes you behind the scenes and into the pages of his diary to reveal just how extraordinary a year it has been, and what really happened after his lockdown superstar Labradors chewed up the internet and found it was quite tasty.Andrew takes a sharply-observed and often hilarious walk through the strangest of days for all of us, reflecting on how precious our time really is, especially the time we have with our dogs. With his two beautiful, comical, endlessly optimistic and eternally hungry dogs by his side, Olive, Mabel, and Andrew have padded around from the Cheltenham Literary Festival to BBC Breakfast, from the studio with Chris Evans to an appearance

Create a successful and happy work/life balance by choosing the right place to live!These days, plenty of people can work from anywhere. So, if you can work from anywhere, does it really matter where you work? As Melody Warnick has found from personal experience, in some ways it matters more than ever. If You Could Live Anywhere examines the powerful relationship between how we work and where we live.With a light voice and easy-to-understand tips, Warnick helps the reader develop a location strategy that puts them in the right place, which can make all the difference to their career success, entrepreneurial dreams, financial life, and ultimately, their freedom to craft a life that doesn't revolve around work at all.

The untold true story of the serial killer who terrorized Cape Cod and captivated a nationIn the winter of 1969, the bodies of four young women were discovered in a cemetery near the tip of Cape Cod. In a place once known as Helltown, the victims had been shot, stabbed, dismembered, and mutilated. As investigators would soon learn, the perpetrator was a young, handsome, serial killer named Tony Costa. A bizarre former taxidermist with a split personality and penchant for violence, Costa ultimately mobilized friends in the hippie community for support and retribution and captivated literary icons and rivals Kurt Vonnegut and Norman Mailer. Costa embarked on a daring cat-and-mouse game with investigators, who―as the body count kept growing―were desperate to put an end to the killing season on Cape Cod.

Every college and university has a story―and no one tells those stories better than former New York Times education editor Edward B. Fiske. Counselors everywhere agree, the Fiske Guide to Colleges is the best way to know the unique personalities of different schools without visiting campus.In addition to Fiske's trademark descriptions, exclusive ratings, up-to-date tips from current students, and tools for broadening and narrowing your list, the Fiske Guide now includes useful information and data on diversity and sexual assault. The Fiske Guide is the #1 source for discovering more than 320 of the best colleges and universities―and finding the right one for you."The best college guide you can buy."―USA Today"I send students to Fiske before I send them anywhere else."―Director of College Counseling, Los Olivos, CA"My college resource bible!"―Diane Overman, Independent Educational Consultant

A groundbreaking, creative book that explores one of the most important, challenging, and fluid concepts in society today: Gender.Gender is at the forefront of our cultural landscape today. From pronouns to politics to pop culture, people are finally finding a new freedom in the fluidity of identity. Now more than ever, it's important to understand, embrace, and intelligently discuss the many sides of gender.She/He/They/Me is a unique and engagingly creative take on an increasingly complex concept. A nontraditional, nonlinear structure allows readers to choose their own path, from a patriarchal culture to a scenario where sex doesn't even exist, and beyond. This method of individual exploration will help readers gain the understanding and confidence they need to engage in meaningful conversations about gender.

When two teenagers break into a house on a remote lake, what starts as a simple burglary turns into a nightmare for all involved. Emmett Burr has secrets he’s been keeping in his basement for more than two decades, and he’ll do anything to keep his past from being revealed. As he gets the upper hand on his tormentors, the lines blur between victim, abuser, and protector.Personal tragedy has sent former police officer Ben Packard back to the small Minnesota town of Sandy Lake in search of a fresh start. Now a sheriff’s deputy, Packard is leading the investigation into the missing teens. As clues dry up and time runs out to save them, Packard is forced to reveal his own secrets and dig deep to uncover the dark past of the place he now calls home.And There He Kept Her is a thrilling page-turner that introduces readers to a complicated new hero and forces us to consider the true nature of evil.

Uncover the forensic science and real-life cases at the heart of Agatha Christie's legendary detective novels! Because sometimes the true crimes are even stranger than fiction...Written by mortician and forensic expert Carla Valentine, The Science of Murder explores the real-life cases that inspired Agatha Christie and shows how the great mystery writer may have kept up to date with the latest developments in forensic science, from ballistics to blood-splatter analysis.Valentine examines the use of fingerprints, firearms, handwriting, impressions, and toxicology in Christie's novels, before finally revealing the role the dead body itself played in offering vital clues to dastardly crimes.

Reach your full potential by learning to exercise self-worth!Is your home too cluttered? Are you struggling financially? Do your friends and family drain your energy? These symptoms all lead to one surprising problem: a lack of self-worth. Worthiness is the quality of deserving attention, energy, and respect. You can't fake worthiness or earn it accidentally. It's like a muscle. You can weaken that muscle, but there are many ways to strengthen it―and The Worthy Project shows you how.Personal development teacher Meadow DeVor guides you through simple but powerful exercises that allow you to clarify which actions strengthen or weaken your sense of self-worth. Everything in your life―your relationships, career, happiness, and health―starts with you. Let go of the self-doubt that is holding you back and unleash your true potential!

An absolutely delightful TikTok sensation: you won't be able to get enough of The Hebridean Baker and his cozy Scottish kitchenFàilte, I'm the Hebridean BakerClose your eyes and imagine yourself in the remote Outer Hebrides of Scotland. Do you see yourself walking along a deserted beach? Climbing a heather-strewn hill with a happy wee dog by your side? Sipping a dram at a ceilidh to the tune of a Gaelic song? Or chatting by a warm stove with a cuppa and a cake? For me, it is all these things, and more... and they have inspired every page of this books; its stories and its recipes.From Croft Loaf to Cranachan Chocolate Bombs, Oaty Apricot Cookies to Heilan' Coo Cupcakes, there's something here to put a smile on everyone's face. Focusing on small bakes that use a simple set of ingredients, these recipes will unleash your inner Socttish baker―it's all about rustic home baking and old family favorites because, as the Hebridean Baker always says, "Homemade is always best!"

The first work of character-driven nonfiction to passionately, lucidly, and sensitively explore the legal practice of medical assistance in dyingThe Day I Die is a major work of nonfiction that tackles the one issue we'll all eventually come to face―our final days, hours, and minutes. With clarity and empathy, award-winning anthropologist Anita Hannig uncovers the stigma against the practice of assisted dying, untangles the legalities and logistics of pursuing an assisted death in America today, and profiles the dedicated advocates and medical personnel involved. In intimate, lyrical detail, Hannig explains why someone might choose an assisted death and how that decision impacts their loved ones. In a time when nearly 80 percent of Americans die in hospitals and nursing homes, medical assistance in dying could transform the way we die for the better, allowing more people to define the terms of their own death.

A life-changing adventure that will inspire a new generation of women solo travelersKate Wills didn't expect to completely remake her life at 33. But after her divorce, she set out to do just that, alone. As a travel journalist, Kate had been jetting in and out of unfamiliar cities for over a decade, but this time―with no press crew or assistants―she felt strangely ill-prepared. So she turned to other female solo travelers for inspiration.Looking back through history, Kate discovered the astonishing women who paved her way. She set off to Israel to follow in the footsteps of Egeria, a 4th-century nun and first ever recorded travel writer; then to China, Bali and beyond. A Trip Of One's Own is a heartfelt invitation to start seriously planning the trip of your dreams, packed with tips and hacks in a thrilling, woman-focused adventure.

Experience the untold story of fifteen women who changed the course of history as part of the Greatest Generation―now in paperback!The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line are the heroes of the Greatest Generation that you hardly ever hear about. These women who did extraordinary things didn't expect thanks and shied away from medals and recognition. Despite their amazing accomplishments, they've gone mostly unheralded and unrewarded. No longer. These are the women of World War II who served, fought, struggled, and made things happen―in and out of uniform.

For these six people, going to prison was just the beginning95 percent of the men and women who go to prison are eventually released. But then what?A gripping work of immersion reporting for readers of Evicted and Maid, Free shines a spotlight on the rollercoaster of re-entry: the exuberance of freedom, the rules and regulations that make you feel like you're still in prison, the often dispiriting work of looking for employment and housing, and more. Veteran reporter Lauren Kessler follows six individuals whose diverse stories paint a portrait of the search for redemption that many former inmates face as they fight to rebuild their lives.

For those who have suffered the loss of a child, When a Child Dies offers comfort, hope, and a way forwardParents who suffer the death of a child are overwhelmed, often immobilized by the depth and scope of their grief. When a Child Dies is written in a simple, straightforward manner, offering information, comfort and hope for those who believe that none is possible.Claire Aagaard has written this book from a unique perspective―that of a professional grief counselor and as a parent with her own history of child loss. It is an honest yet gentle guide, offering the wisdom from her own personal journey as well as that of countless others.

Seventy-five life-enhancing experiences to make the ordinary extraordinary through the science and magic of cannabisAs marijuana becomes ever more optimized, safe, and legal, millions of new users are discovering its benefits. Written in a sophisticated, humorous tone and backed by science, The Joy of Cannabis is a curated set of seventy-five life-enhancing experiences to expand your mind, move your body, spark your creativity, widen your world, and make the ordinary extraordinary.

For those who have suffered the loss of a child, When a Child Dies offers comfort, hope, and a way forwardParents who suffer the death of a child are overwhelmed, often immobilized by the depth and scope of their grief. When a Child Dies is written in a simple, straightforward manner, offering information, comfort, and hope for those who believe that none is possible.Claire Aagaard has written this book from a unique perspective―that of a professional grief counselor and as a parent with her own history of child loss. It is an honest yet gentle guide, offering the wisdom from her own personal journey as well as that of countless others.

The untold stories of women who broke the rules, trekked the globe, and changed the world!―Now in paperback!"Don't take women when you go exploring!"In 1932, Roy Chapman Andrews, the president of the

The untold story of a female journalist who risked her life to expose the truth about CommunismIlluminating a thrilling untold chapter of the Cold War, The Double Life of Katharine Clark shares the forgotten story of a remarkable woman who pioneered a career in a male-dominated profession.In 1955, Katharine Clark became the first female American wire reporter behind the Iron Curtain, forging a career as a journalist, befriending a leading Communist, and risking her life to smuggle away books that exposed the truth about Communism to the world. This dramatic historical narrative shows how one woman with an unwavering commitment to truth, justice, and freedom of the press put her life on the line to reshape American history.

From Danny Pellegrino, creator of the hugely successful podcast Everything Iconic! Stories that will make you laugh, cry, and dig up all your awkward middle-school pictures.Growing up in small-town Ohio isn't easy, particularly when you're a closeted gay kid surrounded by... no one openly gay. Luckily, Danny Pellegrino grew up in the '90s, coming of age when the internet opened up a whole new world for a curious kid itching for life outside of Midwest suburbia. Danny escaped the pains of growing up by submerging himself in a sea of pop culture―bingeing The Nanny until he had the confidence of Fran Fine, belting out Brandy songs until his heartaches were healed, and watching every semi-clothed Ryan Phillippe scene known to man.Now, as a successful podcaster interviewing the same iconic personalities that he idolized as a kid, Danny's life has only become more entertaining and delightfully chaotic.Heartfelt and hilarious, How Do I Un-Remember This? is a collection of real-life stories ex

Michelle Obama's Becoming meets Hygge in this insightful exploration of gender equity, written by the sitting First Lady of IcelandCanadian-born writer Eliza Reid never expected to live in Iceland at all―much less become its First Lady. But after meeting her Icelandic husband at university, Eliza's life transformed when he won the presidency. Her new position granted her remarkable insight into the roles of Icelandic women in business, politics, the home, and more. Eliza's immigrant perspective offers an uplifting examination of Iceland's reputation: one of the best places in the world to be a woman.The woman-focused inspiration of Michelle Obama's Becoming meets Hygge in Secrets of the Sprakkar, exploring lessons we can all learn from the sprakkar (outstanding women) of our Nordic neighbors as we strive for gender equity.

From a childhood reading of A Wrinkle in Time to discovering a new species of star, astronomer Emily Levesque has spent her life exploring the universe, and now she wants to share that exploration wit

A guided, interactive journal that's perfect for anyone who wants to overcome fear and embrace the brave movement. The perfect companion to Michelle Poler's Hello, Fears!Michelle has always had a prob

Three sister wives. One dead husband. Did his wife kill him? If so, which one? Now in tradepaper!"I had the right husband―and the wrong wives." ―one of Blake Nelson's widowsThe Dry meets The Handmaid'