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41) Because of You
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Poppy feels like her life is falling to pieces in this coming-of-age novella of blended families and online bullying from best-selling author Eve Ainsworth. Poppy's having a nightmare at home. Her parents have split up and her mum's new boyfriend is moving in. Dad is the one who's always been there for Poppy, but now he's drifting further and further away. It seems like things can't get any worse until it all goes wrong at school as well and Poppy...
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Ce Guide complet est un livre qui offre un guide pratique pour aider les couples à améliorer leur communication et raviver la passion dans leur relation.Les différents chapitres abordent des thèmes tels que les obstacles à la communication efficace, les moyens de retrouver la passion des débuts, l'importance d'éviter les pièges de la routine et des médias sociaux, ainsi que des stratégies pour gérer les conflits de manière constructive...
43) Gib Rides Home
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All Gib ever wanted was to be adopted, but life with a family isn't quite what he thought it would be Gib was sent to an orphanage when he was six years old, and with each year, he knows it becomes less likely that he will be adopted into a loving family. As kids get older, they are more likely to be adopted onto a farm, meaning a hard life of unpaid labor. And after seeing a friend come back battered and near death, Gib is understandably worried....
44) My Big Brother
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Each of our lives will always be a special part of the other.There's Nothing Quite Like A Sibling Bond Written in beautiful rhyme this is an excellent story that values patience, acceptance and bond between a brother and his sister.Here's what readers are already saying about this amazing picture book:"It's just an amazing bedtime story for little kids of multiple ages, and their parents too. " -- Helen"This baby book is so cute! There's a really...
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This extraordinary and gritty memoir shares the unimaginable and cruel home life Martine endured while growing up in South Africa in the 1970s and 1980s. Martine was the forgotten, unwanted child who lived in isolation within her family. All she wanted was to be loved by them. Whenever she came close to being adopted and loved, it was cruelly snatched away from her in a brutal way. Martine was often locked out alone and hungry and slept overnight...
46) Sofia's Choice
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A tale of tough choices, true friendship, and the courage to follow your heart. As autumn leaves paint the landscape, 11-year-old Sofia faces a crossroads. An opportunity to visit Acadia National Park presents a thrilling chance to explore the carriage trails with her horse, Sundance. Her mother's boyfriend invites her to bring a friend to ride his sister's horse. The catch? Sofia must choose between her best friends, Olivia and Anika. While Sofia...
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Aunties volume 3
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2024
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"After an ultra-romantic honeymoon across Europe, Meddy Chan and her husband Nathan have landed in Jakarta to spend Chinese New Year with her entire extended family. Chinese New Year, already the biggest celebration of the Lunar calendar, gets even more festive when a former beau of Second Aunt's shows up at the Chan residence bearing extravagant gifts-he's determined to rekindle his romance with Second Aunt and the gifts are his way of announcing...
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt tackled some of the toughest times the country has been through. His leadership lifted the country out of the Great Depression and through World War II while facing many personal obstacles. Dive deep into history with this biography that piques students' curiosity about historical events through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. This 32-page book includes...
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Many are familiar with the biblical character known as Jezebel. Her name has become something of a tag used to describe a woman deemed to be of a shameless or immoral background. In reality, the woman was a malignant narcissist. Her actions have become a blueprint for narcissism and include terms we recognize today, such as – smear campaigns, character assassination, gaslighting, and so on. In Living with Jezebel, you can now follow the life of...
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Can the ghost of Nora's mother help her stop her dad from getting remarried? It's been three years since Nora's mother died, and while she and her sister, Patsy, want her father to be happy again, they're not ready for him to remarry. They especially don't want him to marry "the Tooth"-the woman with the overbite who could soon be their stepmother. While the girls try to upend their dad's relationship, they soon find themselves competing for the new...
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"In All the Ways Home, Elsie Chapman gracefully explores the complexities of family and loss. The specificity in which Chapman narrates Kaede's journey in Japan is particularly satisfying. An insightful, compassionate, and honest look at a young boy's search for identity and home after the death of his mother."-Veera Hiranandani, author of Newbery Honor novel The Night Diary
Sometimes, home isn't where you expect to find it.
After losing his mom...
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A former United Church minister massacres his family. What led to this act of femicide, and why were his victims forgotten?
On May 2, 1963, Robert Killins, a former United Church minister, slaughtered every woman in his family but one. She (and her brother) lived to tell the story of what motivated a talented man who had been widely admired, a scholar and graduate from Queen's University, to stalk and terrorize the women in his family for almost...
53) Can a Woman Submit in the 21st Century? Unveiling Submission's Role: A Christian Perspective Include
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Embark on a journey of empowerment and self-discovery with "Can A Woman Submit in the 21st Century?" In this captivating guide, Joan Roberts, a seasoned mediator and relationship mentor, reveals the hidden gems within the complex landscape of submission. Delve into the heart of modern relationships as you navigate through the stages of submission, understanding its diverse motivations, and embracing its empowering benefits.Discover a fresh perspective...
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"Unraveling the Psyche" serves as a guide to confront and conquer psychological complexes, empowering readers to embark on a transformative journey toward self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. By understanding the roots of these complexities, implementing practical strategies, and fostering resilience, you can reshape your narrative, break free from self-limiting patterns, and embrace a life filled with authenticity, purpose, and fulfillment....
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Plongez dans une aventure profondément émouvante et inspirante à travers les pages de "Renaître Ensemble : Reconstruire l'Amour et la Communication avec des Enfants Éloignés". Dans ce guide puissant, nous explorons les méandres délicats et souvent tumultueux de la relation parent-enfant, tout en dévoilant des stratégies inédites pour restaurer des liens brisés et retrouver l'amour avec des enfants autrefois toxiques et éloignés.À travers...
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Dans ce livre, plongez dans un voyage profondément humain et découvrez comment la communication bienveillante peut panser les blessures et raviver l'amour. Explorez les secrets de la compréhension mutuelle, de l'empathie et de la résolution de conflits, en suivant Yves et Marianne, un couple en quête de réconciliation. Ce guide vous offre des outils pratiques, des conseils inspirants et des stratégies éprouvées pour reconstruire la confiance,...
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Step into the Light: A Journey from Codependency to Freedom
Are you lost in the maze of someone else's needs, sacrificing your own happiness as you desperately hold onto relationships that drain you more than they fulfill you? Imagine a life where you navigate your relationships with self-assurance, grounded in a sense of your own worth and free from the tethers of codependency. This book is your beacon out of that darkness.
Within these pages lies...
58) The Do-Over
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From the author of Stef Soto, Taco Queen comes this story about sisterhood, friendship, and the intricacies of blended families.
Raquel and Lucinda used to be inseparable. But, ever since their parents split, Raquel has been acting like editor-in-chief of their lives. To avoid her overbearing sister, Lucinda spends most of her time with her headphones on, practicing her skating routine.
Then a pandemic hits, and the sisters are forced to spend the...
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"She called me TETCHED" is the non-fairy tale of a matriarch with no equal. "Mamaw" as many called her, lived a colorful life spanning nearly a century. She survived multiple wars, the Great Depression, and her own personal demons. Her love, humor and blunt hillbilly talk endeared her to all. Her life is examined in love, awe and as cleanly as possible! This "Tetched" one, meaning "touched in the head" reminds all that virgin ears need not apply....
60) Hold My Hand
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Based on a true story of a brother and sister growing up in the not so swinging sixties. contains strong language.
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