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In Ann Harleman's remarkable debut collection, men and women of extraordinary passions look for and sometimes find the hidden heart of ordinary life. Testing themselves and each other, they search for ways to connect. Harleman combines a clear eye with a generous heart, revealing her characters - misguided, selfish, loving, brave - through a compassionate, often humorous probing of their inner and outer worlds.

You are sure to laugh when a Nevada housewife, struggling through her own midlife crisis, shares her experiences while teaching in China. Through a plentitude of cultural nuances and interesting characters, Salyer details her touching and provocative journey leading to a greater appreciation for everything American. Whether you desire to teach abroad, make a life change or merely satisfy your own curiosity, this story is filled with the truths of one woman's journey and teaching experience abroad.

Die Rungholt-Saga. 21 Kapitel kurzweilige Reiseberichte, die es niemals aufs Festland hätten schaffen dürfen. Wenn es nach den Rungholtern gegangen wäre. Haben Sie sich schon einmal überlegt, ob Rungholt, dieser sagenhafte Ort im nordfriesischen Wattenmeer, vielleicht in Wirklichkeit gar nicht untergegangen ist? Nein? Der Autor schon. Sie kennen ja das hässliche Gerücht über Bielefeld, dass es die Stadt nämlich eigentlich gar nicht gibt. Ein urbaner Mythos, längst enttarnt. Und wenn nun der Untergang von Rungholt 1362 auch nur so ein Mythos ist? Sie wissen ja, wie schnell sich derlei Unfug verbreitet.

Dogs have faithfully followed humans into combat since the dawn of time. At first they simply provided emotional support. As soldiers found ways to use the canines' remarkable senses of smell and hearing, their bond deepened. The military working dog team was born. Today, dog teams are active across all branches of the military.

Veronica Conway has been looking forward to trying out for the all-star softball team for years. Except right before tryouts, Veronica’s mom announces that she’s entering rehab for alcoholism, and her dad tells her that they may not be able to afford the fees needed to be on the team. Veronica decides to enter the town talent show in an effort to make her own money, but along the way, discovers a new hobby. Is her mom the only one learning balance, or can Veronica find a way to discover what she really wants to do with her life?

In the Civil War, the government hired women and girls - some as young as nine - to make millions of rounds of ammunition. They worked 72-hour weeks with little training. Poor immigrant girls and widows paid the price for carelessness at three major arsenals. Many of these workers were killed, blown up, and burned beyond recognition. Gunpowder Girls is a story of child labor and immigrant hopes and the cruel, endless demands of an all-consuming war. A Junior Library Guild selection.

Nadia gets the 7.30 train every morning without fail. Well, except if she oversleeps or wakes up at her friend Emma’s after too much wine. Daniel really does get the 7.30 train every morning, which is easy because he hasn’t been able to sleep properly since his dad died. One morning, Nadia’s eye catches sight of a post in the daily paper: To the cute girl with the coffee stains on her dress. I’m the guy who’s always standing near the doors.... Drink sometime? So begins a not-quite-romance of near-misses, true love, and the power of the written word.

It only takes one night to fall in love… “The kind of book you can’t put down, but also want to last forever”—EMILY HENRY “I fell head over heels in love”—BETH O’LEARY “The literary equivalent of opening a glass of wine with your best friend”—MHAIRI MCFARLANE...

Influence isn’t measured in likes, views, or followers. It begins within. In a world obsessed with platforms and algorithms, Discovering W.I.S.E. invites women to reclaim a deeper, truer definition of influence and success – one rooted in authenticity, presence, and purpose.

Flickering neon lights and hot Miami nights turn deadly in this haunting gothic horror. You may not escape, but the truth will. Twenty-five years ago, the Ripley Memorial High School senior class entered the luxurious Kaleidoscope Key resort deep in the remote Florida Keys. By morning, almost...

Nothing is more frustrating than trying to find the right guy to be in a relationship, only to stumble over and over on guys who are nothing like him. Why do women have to endure the endless cycle of wrong guys before they even come close to meeting the right person? Dating can be daunting and discouraging, and many give up in the process in hope that love will come knocking on their door someday. Being willing to go after love is essential, but you have to have the right strategies without turning it into a game.

"Property is theft." This quote is perhaps one of the most widely known phrases delivered by Pierre-Joseph Proudhon, a man known as the father of anarchy. In The Philosophy of Misery, he examines the nature of economy and gives his thoughts about the subversive influence of capitalism. Before the rise of corporate giants, Proudhon recognized the potential for the state and the economy to enslave humanity to profit and accumulation.

Does your family talk about money? Do your kids understand your money values? Do you and your mate agree on how you spend and invest your money? Do you know if your parents are financially secure? These are the questions that Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz and her father, Charles Schwab, ask at the...

Cities all over the world experience large humanitarian influxes, and refugees and citizens alike must navigate the related risks and opportunities. Over the past 25 years, Karen Jacobsen has studied the interaction of refugees and cities and has trained scores of graduate students, many of whom now work with United Nations agencies or humanitarian nongovernmental organizations. Her research team at Tufts and this global network of aid workers give her firsthand knowledge of the impact of forced migration on cities and the lives of refugees living there.

Now president of her father's company, Bishop Aeronautics, Evelyn is presiding over a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of her factory when she is approached by Billy Takemura, a Japanese American soldier who announces that she's building on stolen land. Like Evelyn and Nick, Billy is a...

Now that Will is safe with Deborah, the giantess decides to go after his enemies. She and a few friends destroy the Navarro club and make off with the entire family. Now, they are at her mercy . . .

Crisis of Faith is a powerful story of trauma, recovery, and hope centered around a safe house for survivors. The novel follows Faith, a resilient young woman who has overcome her own abuse and now serves as a mentor to those in need. The story opens with a gripping scene where Faith's newest resident, Hope, escapes from a trafficker, setting the tone for a deep and emotional narrative. As Faith guides Hope through her pain and fear, the novel explores themes of healing, trust, and the challenge of reclaiming faith in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Foundations is an eight-week goal-setting, accountability, and motivational program tailored to your individual needs, and it will give you the strength to accomplish anything you set your mind to. You have the power to take control of your life and accept no less than you deserve. Foundations will give you the tools to make your life anything and everything that you want it to be.

Wanting to escape the city for a quieter life to start a family, Danielle and Malik buy a fixer-upper in a small town. Despite being warned about the feral dogs in the neighborhood, the couple takes in a stray begging for shelter one night. The dog is friendly and immediately takes to Danielle. All seems to be falling into place, except something is off about their new dog...

Tina Edwards loved her childhood and creating fairy houses, a passion shared with her father, a world-renowned architect. But at nine years old, she found him dead at his desk and is haunted by this memory. Tina’s mother abruptly moved away leaving Tina with feelings of abandonment and suspicion.