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This story surrounds a child waif, a young woman, a young gentleman doctor, and an elderly lady. This tale unfolds the story of a bond that brings these unlikely friends together and merges their separate paths of life into one common path. The bond is "Dumps", or "Pompey", the "doggie". With many twists, turns, and uncertainties, the ending may surprise the reader. All's well that ends well in this doggie "tail". (Introduction by Allyson Hester)

Howard Garis, one of the most prolific children's writers of the 20th century, is credited with writing over 1500 Uncle Wiggily stories, originally appearing in the Saturday Evening Post. In this collection, we have 31 more charming bedtime stories in which the loveable old gentleman rabbit and his woodland friends entertain us. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

This gifted nature writer who is so good at describing animals and their habitat and habits here gives us a look at many of the fascinating creatures that can be found on the seashore. Starfish, the many types of crabs, shrimp, sea weed and finally something called the Precious Wentletrap which I will allow your imagination to think about for a while. His writing is clear and, as always, easy to read. Note that these are presented as educational 'lessons' on the various animals found near the sea and each lesson or chapter ends with a few questions called 'Exercises' which the student is asked...

In today’s rapidly changing workplace, the old leadership playbook no longer works. Command-and-control has given way to collaboration and connection. Leaders are expected not just to direct—but to cultivate cultures that engage, align, and thrive. In the style of his previous bestselling book The Imperfect Board Member, Jim Brown returns with a powerful new narrative. Picking up the story of CEO David Slater—now twenty years further into his leadership journey—Brown reveals the real-world challenges of leading through complexity and change.

Back in the day before automobiles, a good horse trainer and veterinarian was the equivalent of “Mr Goodwrench”. A badly behaving or unhealthy equine was equivalent to breaking down on the highway or running out of gas on a lonely stretch of highway somewhere in Utah. My sources tell me that most of the training methods are ok, but stay away from the medical tips unless you are prepared to become the poster boy or girl for the local SPCA. Listen with tongue in cheek, and check with a professional before attempting any of these techniques on a real animal. (Mike Vendetti, narrator)

I'm not a real beaver. I just play one for the Bloomburg Aspens. You'd be surprised how many times I need to clarify that. It's not a traditional job, but between my yoga studio and playing the beaver, it pays the bills. The beaver mascot gig also comes with one rule: Don't reveal my identity to anyone. Which wasn't a big deal until I met this guy at the bar. A hot guy with a shy smile and a huge… wood. Lukas Pine. A hockey player for the Bloomburg Aspens. He was only supposed to be a one-night stand, but we keep finding each other.

So much is broken. But the men who rule the Knights of Caliburn—the ancient order my four protectors answer to—don't know that. The White Brothers of St. Vincent have no idea what their sworn knights have done for me: vows abandoned, blood spilled, a sacred mission twisted beyond recognition. And time is running out. Kingston is fracturing under the weight of his choices. Kai's playing a dangerous game with men who never lose. Lanz is fading in ways that terrify me. And Callahan—steady, loyal Callahan—is being tested in ways that could shatter us from the inside. We can't hide for long.

1975, GRANADA: En el Virgen del Carmen, un colegio religioso y exclusivo para niñas, una de ellas espera con ilusión ser adoptada. Los años transcurren y su esperanza, cerca de desvanecerse, cambiará cuando reciba el aviso de que una familia está interesada en ella. 2017, UN BRUTAL ASESINATO: Jimena Cruz, una periodista en horas bajas, recibirá la noticia de que un cuerpo sin vida ha aparecido en el Albaicín. Cuando acude a la escena, descubre que pertenece a María, quien fue su maestra en la infancia y a quien consideraba su segunda madre.

The Pirate City follows the three members of the Rimini family on their adventure to the African city of Algier, Algeria. The story begins in the Remini abode in Sicily, where Francisco and his two sons Lucien and Mariano are contemplating their trading expedition to Malta. - Summary by Wikipedia

In this first story in Freaks on the Fells, Mr Sudberry, a successful London merchant takes his family on a Scottish highlands vacation. Over the course of the summer the family has lots of exciting adventures near and around the farm and adjoining fishing stream. - Summary by Linny

A demonically possessed freelance assassin, a porn star psi vamp, and the wickedest witch in the land combine forces to hunt down a mysterious cult abducting and sacrificing children in Denver. It goes hard. All of the trigger warnings. Written by an expert on the Occult and based upon actual events. Dedicated to our mentor, Andrew Vachss.

A Life Lived Chronically: Memoir of a DES Daughter is a powerful and deeply moving memoir by Claire R. Silverstone-Bright, narrated by Kimberly Rog and published by Panda Publishing Agency UK. Before she was born, a widely prescribed drug, diethylstilbestrol (DES), had already shaped her destiny. Once marketed as a medical breakthrough to prevent miscarriage, DES was later discovered to have serious and life-altering consequences for the daughters exposed in the womb.

Set in postwar Poland, The Silence of Winter is a quiet, deeply emotional love story about two solitary souls who find connection in a world shaped by restraint and loss. Jan, a widowed printer, and Zofia, a reserved librarian, build a fragile bond through books, shared silences, and unspoken understanding. As social pressure and fear of consequence close in, their love is forced into secrecy and ultimately separation. Time carries them forward on different paths, shaping them through absence rather than reunion. Years later, when they meet again, love no longer asks for possession or promise.

At eighteen, Jack’s life was simple: weed, his loyal band of idiots, and shifts at the KFC fryer that left him smelling like old oil and broken dreams. He was the ghost of Port Orchard—the stoner kid who spent his nights at boat ramps because he had nowhere else to be. He never had the girl, he never had the money, and he sure as hell didn't have a plan. Then came the Summer of Love. It started with a camping trip and a miracle: he met the dream girl.

Uncle Wiggily, the irrepressable flop eared rabbit, has more adventures and this time he goes underground through the strange world of Wonderland Alice. You are invited to hop along and see what odd and funny things happen. "Once upon a time, after Uncle Wiggily Longears, the nice bunny rabbit gentleman, had some funny adventures with Baby Bunty, and when he found that his rheumatism did not hurt him so much as he hopped on his red, white and blue striped barber pole crutch, the bunny uncle wished he might have some strange and wonderful adventures. "I think I'll just hop along and look for a ...

Travel with Odysseus and her crew as they face man-munching monsters, Greek Gods with rage issues, Sirens brandishing cake batter to tempt sailors to their doom and a forbidden sausage sizzle on the Island of Helios. This is the perfect book for before bed, avoiding homework or for those times...

En este libro el doctor Hawkins nos describe los estados emocionales del ser humano y explica el camino de ascenso desde la depresión y la ira hasta los estados de paz y alegría. Es el trabajo lúicido y genial de un hombre que ha sabido aunar la ciencia, era médico psiquiatra, con la conciencia, realizando una síntesis única que resulta muy aclaratoria para quienes entender el camino del desarrollo humano y el crecimiento personal. El doctor Hawkins es un hombre muy respetado en los círculos especializados y su trabajo recibió elogios de Madre Teresa de Calcuta.

As the dust settles on the battlefield of Carthage, Alexander finds himself struggling to cope with the aftermath of war. Plagued by demonic corruption and mental exhaustion, he searches for any means to restore his strength and secure his rapidly expanding empire.

An epic collection of science fiction tales around space exploration and cosmic horror by the #1 bestselling author of A Game of Thrones – with the titular story, Nightflyers, coming to Netflix in 2018. On a voyage toward the boundaries of the known universe, nine misfit academics seek out...

Thirteen classic stories of horror and the supernatural by some of the greatest writers in the genre. This compilation includes a mix of well-known classics by authors such as Edith Nesbit, J. Sheridan Le Fanu and M. R. James, alongside several tales by less familiar names who were hugely popular and prolific in their day.