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Marya’s eighth birthday is coming up in a week, and all she wants is an over-the-top birthday party just like the ones Alexa, her rich neighbor, always throws. When Alexa parades into school with fancy invitations, Marya can't help herself—she claims that she’s having the most epic henna party ever. Now she has to convince her family to make it happen. Enter Operation Help the Khans!

Ebla è cresciuta nell'entroterra somalo. L'anziano padre, astronomo e divinatore tradizionale, le ha insegnato l'arte interdetta alle donne di leggere le stelle. Per sfuggire a un matrimonio combinato, si ritroverà nella Mogadiscio degli anni Trenta, complice il camionista poeta Gacaliye. Con lui avrà due figli, Kaahiye e Sagal. La vicenda di Ebla si intreccia con quella di Clara, sua figlia di latte, nata da genitori italiani residenti in Somalia.

When a teenage girl’s single mom is taken by ICE, everything changes—all of her hopes and dreams for the future have turned into survival. Seventeen-year-old Rania is shaken awake in her family's apartment in Brooklyn. ICE is at the door, taking her mother away. But Ammi has This was...

LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD “This exquisite debut wrestles with gender, siblinghood, family, and what it means to be Muslim in America—all through the lens of love.”—Time “Haunting . . . a knife-sharp story of self-discovery.”—People WINNER OF THE CAROL SHIELDS...

"Alltagstauglich Deutsch" bereitet Deutschlernende mit arabischer Ausgangssprache zielgerichtet auf typische Gespräche und Situationen im Alltag vor. Sie lernen wichtige Redewendungen, Alltagssätze und Höflichkeitsfloskeln. 13 Hauptkapitel unterteilt in jeweils vier thematisch verwandte Unterkapitel behandeln wichtige Alltagsthemen wie z. B. Begrüßen und Vorstellen, Höflichkeitsfloskeln, Meinungen äußern, über Gefühle reden, Freizeit, Sport, Medien, Telefonieren u. v. m.

Brad Anderson used to have the Midas touch. Those days are long gone when he discovers that he has one week to save his job and pull the company's largest client out of a tailspin. With the help of a mysterious new mentor, Brad is taken on a whirlwind journey and absorbs the five Secrets to Exceptional Customer Experience. And he learns how to use the Magic Wand Question. With the Secrets in hand, he must find a way to fix a client relationship imploding in on itself.

What happens when two women fall in love with the same man?

Bombay's communal riots of 1992 - in which Hindus were alleged to be the primary perpetrators - were followed by retaliatory bomb blasts in 1993, masterminded by the Muslim-dominated underworld. Over a thousand citizens lost their lives in these internecine bouts of violence and thousands more became refugees in their own city. In a matter of months, Bombay ceased to be the cosmopolitan, wholesome, and middle-class bastion it had been for decades.

Anjali Bose is Miss New India. Born into a traditional lower-middle-class family and living in a backwater town with an arranged marriage on the horizon, Anjali's prospects dont look great. But her ambition and fluency in language do not go unnoticed by her expat teacher, Peter Champion. And champion her he does, both to other powerful people who can help her along the way and to Anjali herself, stirring in her a desire to take charge of her own destiny.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A BEST BOOK OF 2020 CBC – The Best Canadian Nonfiction of 2020 The Globe and Mail’s Globe 100: Our Favourite Books of 2020 Chatelaine’s 10 Best Books of 2020 The Walrus’s Favourite Books of 2020 For readers of Paul Kalanithi's When Breath Becomes Air and Will Schwalbe...

Navigating airports and flying can be a daunting task for any parent. How do you keep your toddler entertained on a long flight? What are the essentials to pack for your infant? "The Ultimate Guide to Flying with Kids" is your go-to guide for stress-free air travel with your little ones. This comprehensive audiobook is packed with practical advice, from pre-flight preparations to in-flight strategies, ensuring your family's trip is as smooth as possible.

What if following your heart meant giving up everything you’ve ever known? In The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen, you enter the moving tale of a young mermaid who dreams of the human world above the waves.

What if a single song drifting from a tower could change two destinies forever? In Rapunzel, by the Brothers Grimm, you enter the enchanting tale of a young girl taken from her parents and raised by a mysterious sorceress in a tower with no stairs and no doors—only a single window and her cascading golden hair. Despite her isolation, Rapunzel grows curious and kind, unaware that her life is about to change.

What if someone no bigger than a flower petal could show us the true meaning of courage? In Thumbelina by Hans Christian Andersen, you follow the enchanting journey of a tiny girl born from a magical flower.

What if the purest heart in the kingdom became the target of the darkest magic? In Snow White, or Snowdrop by the Brothers Grimm, you step into a world filled with mystery, courage, and the haunting charm of old-world folklore.

What if being no bigger than a thumb could lead to the grandest adventures of all? In Tom Thumb by the Brothers Grimm, a clever little boy faces a world much bigger than himself, using wit, courage, and clever tricks to navigate danger at every turn.

In The Brave Tin Soldier, a beautifully touching tale often attributed to the Grimm tradition, a one-legged toy soldier embarks on an unexpected journey filled with danger, devotion, and quiet heroism. Separated from the delicate paper ballerina he admires from afar, the soldier is swept through dark gutters, stormy waters, and the jaws of hungry creatures—yet his steadfast spirit never falters. Every twist of fate tests his bravery, loyalty, and unbreakable heart as he faces trials far larger than himself.

What if one curious girl could tumble into a world where everything is delightfully upside down? In "Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland", Lewis Carroll whisks listeners into a fantastical realm bursting with whimsical characters, clever riddles, and astonishing adventures. Follow Alice as she meets the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts, the White Rabbit, and a host of eccentric inhabitants—each encounter stretching her imagination, wit, and sense of logic to the limits.

What if a single knock on the door could change everything for seven little kids left home alone? In "The Wolf and the Seven Little Kids" by the Brothers Grimm, a cunning and hungry wolf is on the hunt, and these playful, clever kids must summon all their courage, wit, and teamwork to stay safe. From sneaky tricks to daring escapes, their adventure bursts with suspense, humor, and timeless lessons about trust, bravery, and the power of thinking smart.

What if the fate of an entire kingdom began with the shimmer of a single golden feather? In "The Golden Bird" by the Brothers Grimm, a brilliant, otherworldly bird begins stealing the king’s prized apples, thrusting a young prince into a breathtaking quest bursting with magic, peril, and wonder. His journey carries him through moonlit forests, glittering hidden realms, and enchanted trials where every step tests his courage and heart.