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The inspiring true story of a four-year-old Chinese orphan who convinces her adoptive American family to return to China to rescue the little boy she couldn't forget.
Adopted by an American family at age four, Jaclyn traveled to her new home with a great burden. Her new family had to leave behind a little boy who had been under her charge at the Chinese orphanage where Jaclyn fought the odds against abandonment, institutionalization, and hunger,...
42) Life's a Drag
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There's more to life than being fabulous… but it's a start
Roz and Jamie have moved to leafy Suffolk from London in search of a quiet life, so it's a shock to find the village embarking on its riotous annual drag competition. Fuelled by large quantities of alcohol and boisterous community spirit, they are soon caught up in a battle for the identity of the village itself against those who'd prefer to stay stuck in the past.
Meanwhile in San Francisco,...
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Ben's philosophy of life is that there are two categories of things that happen, the all-right stuff and the not-all-right stuff. Ben has always lived with just his dad, Mitch, which definitely falls into the all-right category. When Mitch meets Casey and they decide to get married, that turns out to be all right, too. Then Mitch and Casey decide to adopt a baby from China, and Ben isn't sure which category the whole baby thing is going to fit into....
46) Needle Work
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The secret life of a Michigan couple unraveled when police discovered they'd committed 2 horrific murders. When Carol Giles's friend Nancy Billiter was found dead - she had been bound, sexually violated, and injected with a lethal dose of battery acid and heroin - detectives in Michigan traced Billiter's death back to Giles and her boyfriend, Tim Collier. Police also learned that the diabolical duo shared another secret: They had murdered Giles's...
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A soldier's love of regiment; a nurse's devotion to humanity… the final instalment of Sheelagh Kelly's unforgettable Kilmaster trilogy
The Great War is at its height, and while Probyn Kilmaster is proud to pass on his expertise to the raw recruits bound for France, he is unprepared for the carnage which he must lead them into.
Meanwhile in the Yorkshire pit village of Denaby Main, his wife, Grace, contends with bringing up their children alone....
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This third story about the madcap family introduced in Stephanie Tolan's Newbery Honor Book Surviving the Applewhites features even more outlandish adventures and will appeal to fans of the Applewhites and those meeting them for the first time.
E.D. and Jake are doing their best to forget their bewildering kiss-after all, they're practically family-and get back to "normal" life with the decidedly abnormal, highly creative Applewhites.
When the family's...
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Discover How to Thrive in Your Marriage! Do you feel distant from your husband? Are you suffering in silence to keep your relationship intact? Do you feel anxious when trust is broken?In "Forgiving Your Husband," writer and forgiveness coach Tuniscia Okeke clarifies why forgiveness is the key to unlocking love, rebuilding trust, and strengthening your bond. Tuniscia invites you on a transformative journey of self-discovery to mend your relationship...
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Être père est une aventure remplie de joies, de défis et de responsabilités. "Élever des Enfants Forts" vous guide à travers les diverses difficultés de la paternité en offrant des conseils pratiques, des stratégies émotionnelles et des réflexions inspirantes pour construire des relations solides avec vos enfants. Ce livre va au-delà des simples conseils en vous aidant à forger une connexion profonde et positive avec vos enfants, même...
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A hopeful and heartwarming story about finding joy after tragedy, Amil and the After is a companion to the beloved and award-winning Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary, by acclaimed author Veera Hiranandani
At the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule.
Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve-year-old Amil is not sure what home means anymore....
At the turn of the new year in 1948, Amil and his family are trying to make a home in India, now independent of British rule.
Both Muslim and Hindu, twelve-year-old Amil is not sure what home means anymore....
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Poppy doesn't know why her family has been running her whole life, but she does know that there are dire consequences if they're ever caught. Still, her curiosity grows each year, as does her desire for real friends and the chance to build on something, instead of leaving behind school projects, teams, and crushes at a moment's notice. When a move to California exposes a crack in her parents' airtight planning, Poppy realizes how fragile her world...
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Learn to be a leader by exploring the legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower. This Spanish nonfiction book describes Eisenhower's leadership in World War II and beyond. Ideal for young readers, the book also includes a short fiction story related to the topic, glossary, inspiring civics project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color Spanish book explores the path Eisenhower took on his way to becoming the 34th president of the...
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Learn to be a leader by exploring the legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower. This nonfiction book describes Eisenhower's leadership in World War II and beyond. Ideal for young readers, the book also includes a short fiction story related to the topic, glossary, inspiring civics project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book explores the path Eisenhower took on his way to becoming the 34th president of the United States....
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In "Fried Chicken and Chorizo," the author lovingly unfolds a heartwarming tale, deeply rooted in the boundless love bestowed by his cherished Abuela. This beautiful tribute to his grandmother, hailing from Guadalajara, Mexico, gently unfurls the tale of a love that blossomed amidst life's challenges. Against the harsh backdrop of a prejudiced era, her love emerges as a resilient flame of hope, guiding the way to mutual understanding and togetherness....
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What if I told you… good dads, the so-called good guys are wolves in sheep's clothing Many women know the obvious men to stay clear of such as the users, abusers, drug addicts, psychopaths, sociopaths, narcissists, etc.But what about the not so obvious wolves in sheep's clothing? The men who look great on paper but are not good for a woman in the dating world. What about the good dads, the good guys? What about the emotionally unavailable man who...
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For fans of Kate Atkinson, Barbara Trapido, and Alice Hoffman-the magical story of an unconventional family in the English suburbs
Eve has grown up in a decidedly unconventional family, one of seven multi-racial children with different fathers and a mother named Victory who raises them her own way. When Eve is eight, Victory calls upon her hidden talent-second sight, 'the ability to harness chance.' It's a gift that often brings Victory forebodings...
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Sometimes fatherhood can be a complicated experience. You plan for it to go a certain way, but it doesn't turn out the way you want or planned for. This book gives you a variety of stories from fathers that went through struggles personally, with co-parents, and from other people. I talk about having my family split up by a controlling church. This book also covers issues about the broken family court and child support system.
59) Guía S.O.S para Lidiar con Padres Tóxicos o Inmaduros: Cómo Tratar con Padres Tóxicos, Narcisistas o
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¿A tu corta edad te has convertido en la persona más madura de tu hogar? ¿A menudo buscas en otro lado apoyo emocional porque no puedes recurrir a tus padres? ¿Tu casa ya no se siente como un lugar seguro y feliz? Entonces sigue leyendo… "La infancia es la época en la que cada ser humano debería tener el derecho a ser completamente feliz". - Anónimo Ser madre o padre definitivamente no es una tarea fácil. A pesar de ello, las madres y los...
60) Connected
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In today's fast-paced, digital world, building meaningful connections can be a challenge. But with "Connected: Strategies for building strong relationships," you'll learn the tools and techniques you need to create lasting, fulfilling relationships with the people in your life. Whether you're looking to improve your romantic partnership, strengthen your friendships, or build better connections with colleagues, this book has the strategies to help...
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